Boo!
I have had a bit of a week-My job that I have had for 9.5 years at the CBC was made redundant, just like you have read in the news. We were told our department was presently safe, so this came as a big shock.
I am not sure how much they will save by cutting part time me, but there you go. My vision of life as a great game of snakes and ladders is proving true. Where is my next ladder? Who knows.
For now I am enjoying putting finishing touches of my forth coming kids book, and I still have work ( and benefits) till the end of July. Keep calm and carry on, as they say...or to use my favorite Dead Dog Cafe quote:
"Stay Calm, Be Brave, Wait for the Signs"!
Oh, Tania, I'm so sorry to hear that! Best of luck to you.
Posted by: Megan | June 11, 2009 at 11:57 AM
So sorry to read that... I do hope that one day, this difficult moment will end up being an opportunity for something better you don't even dare to imagine, but meanwhile, I really wish you courage to face that situation.
Posted by: Adélie | June 11, 2009 at 12:02 PM
Sorry, Tania! That's not good news. I have friends who work at CBC (librarians and archivists) and wonder if they'll keep their jobs. I got laid off from my part-time job in January from another media company and it sucked. But guess what? I immediately found another job to replace it. I'm sure you will find your way to something better.
Posted by: Jennifer | June 11, 2009 at 12:37 PM
Oh Tania - That is just crappy news. I'm so sorry. Change is always hard, especially when it's unexpected. I say take time to nurture yourself with the things you love...tea, flowers, books - whatever makes you feel good. Great things come from change and you are brave enough to face them when you're feeling ready. You are such a talented, bright, intelligent woman - the world is just waiting for you. Trust that there will be new, wonderful adventures. I believe in you!
Posted by: Lori | June 11, 2009 at 10:12 PM
That's too bad.
You can always tell yourself that If ever you loose your job, July is good timing however ... envision.. making jam, eating strawberries, rasberries, reading in the shade of a tree, swimming in a lake, having lazy afternoons, enjoying your garden and don't forget petting girl cart :-)
Posted by: Sophie | June 11, 2009 at 11:00 PM
So sorry to hear about this - what a shock for you!
I think the snakes and ladders theory does sum it all up well.
Best wishes for new opportunities.
Posted by: victoria | June 12, 2009 at 12:22 AM
Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that! You are super talented and very resourceful so I'm sure you'll keep your chin up.
Posted by: kickpleat | June 12, 2009 at 01:19 AM
Tania, So sorry for your bad news. I am sending you hugs and strengh during this difficult time.
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Pijuan-Nomura | June 12, 2009 at 08:46 AM
i'm so sorry to hear that tania - i'm sure the next ladder going a long way up is just around the corner. :)
and who knows, maybe your kids book author/illustrator career is going to take off in a big way!
Posted by: barbara | June 12, 2009 at 09:09 AM
:( oh no, i'm so sorry to hear the news.
but in the meantime stay busy. i'm sure this is just paving the way for exciting opportunities to come!
Posted by: elisabetha | June 12, 2009 at 10:22 AM
Oh man, I'm sorry. I know you loved your job. It's voluntary but I'm going to be looking for a job too this summer. The financial crisis freaks me out from time to time when the mental blocking-out wears off. Crossing fingers that everything will work out nicely in the end. Ladders, right?
Posted by: Anja | June 12, 2009 at 01:21 PM
BOO! Something amazing will come out of this! We are going through the same thing in our house with P, as stressful as it seemed, it is all ok, besides now I come home to dinner made for me every night! Of course there is that little hassle we call money but everything will be ok.
Posted by: Melissa | June 12, 2009 at 04:34 PM
oh tania... i'm so sorry to hear your news.
hang in there...
hugs
Posted by: lisa s | June 12, 2009 at 06:30 PM
Oh no! Man, that stinks. I'll be hoping hard that you find something else that you'll love (and get paid for!).
Posted by: Anna | June 12, 2009 at 07:30 PM
Hopefully the break will allow you to relax and thrive in other ways. You will survive!
Posted by: Grace | June 15, 2009 at 04:25 AM
everything happens for a reason though it is sometimes hard to see the reason! is this time for you to take off as an illustrator, book writer, printer all round crafty goddess?
take care
Posted by: katie | June 15, 2009 at 04:55 AM
I always liked seeing the beautiful things you would find at work and post here! Losing a job is so scary, especially one that seemed so well suited to you, but there is always room for something wonderful to take its place. Your next chapter awaits you!
Posted by: Julie | June 15, 2009 at 07:55 PM
I'm so sorry! I lost my part time job last year and just two months ago my husband was told his job was being "impacted" so we're both looking for work. Hang in there! It's bound to get better soon :-)
Posted by: Leslie | June 16, 2009 at 01:56 PM
Sorry to hear the news Tania.
Good things are coming your way!
Posted by: michelle y. | June 16, 2009 at 07:31 PM
hey, i have internet now so i can follow your blog while i'm here!
that still baffles me why they have cut your job when it's going to make such a small difference to the cbc's money woes. chin up, tania...something good will be on its way to you soon i hope!
xo
Posted by: krissy | June 17, 2009 at 01:26 AM