HOW HAS THIS HORRID ECONOMY AFFECTED YOU AND YOUR FAMILY? ARE YOU MORE CONCERNED NOW THAT UNEMPLOYMENT HAS REACHED 10.2%, THAT YOU MAY LOSE YOUR JOB AS WELL? WILL THIS AFFECT YOUR HOLIDAY SPENDING?

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HOW HAS THIS HORRID ECONOMY AFFECTED YOU AND YOUR FAMILY? ARE YOU MORE CONCERNED NOW THAT UNEMPLOYMENT HAS REACHED 10.2%, THAT YOU MAY LOSE YOUR JOB AS WELL? WILL THIS AFFECT YOUR HOLIDAY SPENDING?

by MissQueen - American Patriot Posted November 07, 2009 08:37:46

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+12 raves 7leads November 07, 2009 10:12:52

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Thank goodness I don't have to rely on Obama and his crew of misfits. I am more concerned about this health care bill that is going to be stuffed down our throats. If the health bill passes, I hope the entire government that voted for it is GONE FOR GOOD. lol
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WILLY November 11, 2009 03:53:51

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Already has done its wonders on my family..My husband is out of work and has been for a while and I take care of kids..Now we are losing our rental and going to court next week w/ lanlord.And we used up all his pention to survive. Holiday, what holiday ?? Our Christmas will be spent at church where it should be..
MissQue... to WILLY 2 days ago

I will keep your family in my prayers.... it breaks my heart how much people are suffering... God Bless you
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WILLY to MissQue... 2 days ago

Thanks my friend but Its too late unless I get a miracle now.. I went to court with my landlord and I have till Dec. 30th to leave..I dont have the money to go anywhere, well atleast enough and Im scared..I posted a question not too long ago about anyone having info re: help from our lovely govt so I dont end up in a filthy drug infested shelter in N.Y. with my familly..Look it up if you can and let me know if you have any ideas..Thanks my friend..God Bless..Willy
MissQue... to WILLY 2 days ago

Please forward me the url to your question...
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Richie November 10, 2009 14:52:23

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time to take back out government
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harold November 09, 2009 22:29:13

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I feel bad that finances are fine for me.But,they weren't in the 70's.Suffering from wounds and the hatred for Vietnam Veterans.Believe me it was tough.I wish i could help everyone through this.I just know my wife and three boys made it and so will yous.hang in there the tide is turning.the truckers are rolling and that's a good sign!
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MissQue... to harold November 10, 2009 00:08:20 (edited)

There is no reason to feel bad that you and your family have come through your own struggles, and are now able to get through this recession.... none of us can save the world. Sometimes just a simple act of kindness can make a difference is all it takes... depression and shame is a horrible side effect to those who through no fault of their own have lost everything... I have a neighbor who is widowed ... recently her grown daughter and grandson (13) moved in with her, adding to expenses... her grandson is a doll... always polite... I started noticing that when I would put my trash out side my door to take to the containers later someone was taking it there for me... come to find out it was her grandson...if he sees me bringing in groceries or packages, he always offers to help. I love to make spaghetti, chili, soups, stews and the like... there's always more than enough to freeze or share... its too much for me, so I share.. and I feel good when they say what a great cook I am... everybody wins
kevracer November 09, 2009 16:13:55

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I lost my job in April got a new one in June
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MissQue... to kevracer November 09, 2009 20:14:25

Good for you... how concerned are you about losing your current job?
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kevracer to MissQue... November 09, 2009 21:30:03

not at all, so long as I do my job, I'll have a job here for at least 2 years
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MissQue... to kevracer November 09, 2009 21:37:41

Of course I don't know if you have a job contract for 2 yrs or not, so will not speak to what I don't know... but what I do know, is anyone who thinks they are 100% safe in this economy are fooling themselves.
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kevracer to MissQue... November 09, 2009 21:39:07

I have a 2-year contract. No, I'm not 100% sure, but fairly confident
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sasquatchette November 09, 2009 08:18:44

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Well, when I was picking my field of study in college I picked a recession-resistant field and I made sure I performed well enough so that I wouldn't get caught in whatever layoffs the company had.
MissQue... to sasquat... November 09, 2009 09:14:57 (edited)

Is there a recession-resistant field these days? Many good people have lost their job for no reason whatsoever except that the company was forced to downsize to survive, went bankrupt, was bought by the government and jobs now sent to Mexico or Asia, etc...., but it is good to know that you are a hard worker, and of course that is a good thing.. but no one is above losing their job in this recession.. no one.
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sasquat... to MissQue... November 10, 2009 05:15:51

I didn't mean to imply I was "above" such a thing. But I disagree that everyone has an equal risk of losing their jobs. Everyone has a responsibility to evaluate what is important to them in a job, whether that be "something I'm passionate about," or "something that makes me a lot of money." For me, I needed to feed my family, so I looked for job stability, and based on that I picked public accounting and decided to like it.

We did have layoffs, but in reality, management just used it as an excuse to get rid of people who were poor performers.
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harold to sasquat... November 09, 2009 22:17:54

you can always get a loon degree.they are always in demand!
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MissQue... to harold November 10, 2009 07:17:28

LOL
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Barbara Hasler November 09, 2009 00:17:25

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I have slipped into survivor mode. I am making my lunch for work every day and making dinner every night. I have been making my Christmas gifts from supplies I already have at home. I have been in the knitting mode so I am whippping out socks and scarves. I have done 2 sweaters, also. There is no money involved as this comes from materials I have on hand. I just finished a table runner from found fabric and decorative materials. I have halted paying for entertainment. I have friends over for homemade minestroni, etc. soup. We play games and have great conversations. It is time for us to entertain ourselves and not spend money for some paid entertainment to do it for us!
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MissQue... to Barbara... November 09, 2009 01:20:21

Barbara I just love your answer.. and a gift made and given from the heart to me is always very special... you are a genius and a survivor... you are making all the right moves... God Bless
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zack November 08, 2009 18:53:28

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It hasn't been too bad really I had to get a temporary second job on the weekends just to be sure we have enough for emergencies. My boyfriend and I are lucky enough to have good jobs unfortunately that can't be said for a lot of other people.
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MissQue... to zack November 09, 2009 01:23:12

Wonderful.. and how lucky you are to have found a part time job... many that have lost their jobs are not so blessed.. I applaud you for taking responsibility and doing what you have to do... Kudos!
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zack to MissQue... November 09, 2009 01:30:29

thank you
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CHARON November 08, 2009 05:37:36

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I know a lot of people with no job... and I think the worst is yet to come.
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MissQue... to CHARON November 08, 2009 07:52:18

Sadly, so do I.. and I agree.. the worst is yet to come
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Jasmine November 08, 2009 03:51:05

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I work hard and am going to school! I'm not a whining liberal who is lazy and expects a hand-out!
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JTGator American patriot "... November 08, 2009 03:45:35 (edited)

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Today we shopped at a thrift store and bought second hand items. Also we stay home a lot more. we have a dose of the.
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MissQue... to JTGator... November 08, 2009 07:56:58

The good news is.. you still have a home to come home too.... so many have lost so much.
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Unnamed November 08, 2009 03:42:52

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I'm actually doing very well. I just feel terrible for people who have lost their jobs,homes,insurance.Seeing people sitting on the side of the road with everything they own because they lost the job and house it's just sad to see!
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MissQue... to Unnamed November 08, 2009 07:58:39 (edited)

I live in a middle class neighborhood... and this has become the norm... the new poor are the former middle class... this is America... people should not have their belongings put out on the street!
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Unnamed to MissQue... November 08, 2009 17:49:54

That's true
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Fed Up Mom in NC November 08, 2009 03:36:38

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Oh yeah...we are sweating it right now. My husbands has already had to cut back on hours and may get layed off if things don't pick up soon.
MissQue... to Fed Up ... November 08, 2009 07:59:59

Keeping my fingers crossed for him... but no one is immune from it right now.. no one.
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Edie November 08, 2009 02:37:30

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I will do my part when I go to the polls to vote. Just so I do not miss one of these fools involved in this mess we are having jamed down our throat I will mark my answers before I go then transfer them one by one.
MissQue... to Edie November 08, 2009 08:00:42

You and millions more of us my friend.. thank you!
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Torchmanner November 08, 2009 02:00:57

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MissQue... to Torchma... November 08, 2009 02:31:53

Yep... everyone has to do their fair share to bring in a few bucks these days, even the pets.. LOL
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lclon November 08, 2009 01:53:59

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This economy has not effected my family. All my immediate family members still have jobs and healthcare. Some are retired with good income. I don't spend a whole lot for Holiday. This is not saying that I don't feel for those who have lost jobs. I wish that everyone who wants job would get one. According to the economists, the economy has begun recovering and that unemployment will be the last to recover when the economy start rebounding. Things will get better. Right now people who have lost their job is going thru a storm. They will eventually come out of this storm. There is always sunshine after the rain. May God bless all with whatever they need while going thru the storm.
MissQue... to lclon November 08, 2009 02:01:49

Thank you for your kind words... perhaps they will help someone who is going through the storm right now.
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"Abe" November 08, 2009 01:46:25

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There are not enough words to describe it !! This "administration" and Congress (all of them - minus a very few) have "ruined" this economy and this country !!

God and our patritism and faith are our ONLY HOPE!!
MissQue... to "Abe" November 08, 2009 02:03:14

I couldn't agree more..