tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post2754495790861117441..comments2024-03-28T22:49:03.563-05:00Comments on Lag Liv: Now, Later, BeforeLLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04431706155081017734noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-40588291589451464412012-09-15T12:39:41.971-05:002012-09-15T12:39:41.971-05:00Sounds like you all have a really good financial p...Sounds like you all have a really good financial plan. You are well ahead of many people in terms of your savings socked away and progress on your loans. I hear you on uncertainty being far worse than change. I, too, have a need to control. Change I can handle through research, preparation, mitigation. Uncertainty gets me completely tied up in knots. So (((HUGS))) hope there are some more certain paths laid down for you soon.ptlawmomhttp://www.ptlawmom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-86239485067785455362012-09-14T09:01:12.995-05:002012-09-14T09:01:12.995-05:00Hi LL, I was so happy to meet you in church this p...Hi LL, I was so happy to meet you in church this past Christmas Eve. I love reading your blog. I'm so sorry that you are going through such a tough time right now. We were recently transferred to Colorado. I just want you to know that your blog really helped me get our house ready to be sold, "nothing smaller than a cantalope" became my mantra! Your experience is difficult, to say the least, but your writing reaches & helps others. Thanks for that!<br />Lori (friend of Patty with the perfect hair!)Lorinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-6218354542788702842012-09-14T06:04:10.742-05:002012-09-14T06:04:10.742-05:00Hang in there!
And you maybe did not factor int...Hang in there! <br /><br />And you maybe did not factor into your plans other sources of income. <br /><br />You give us a lot by writing here over all these years, and we will still love you just as much as we do now if you put a few ads on your blog! Or add Amazon affiliate links to things (even if you only do it on older posts where you've linked products or books - e.g. RRA) <br /><br />Your reviews are always genuine, so I, for one would welcome ads with open arms if it gives you a little shoe/play money (and a smidgeon less freedom from worry). <br /><br />RJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-82125228184214866672012-09-13T09:22:40.838-05:002012-09-13T09:22:40.838-05:00You are being really strong. I'm glad the math...You are being really strong. I'm glad the math can work. You might want to consider forbearing your private loans (not the Feds - I think if you work 10 years in the gov & pay the normal amount on those each month, those are forgiven). mphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01963205845669905050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-23212898601868151532012-09-13T08:45:13.247-05:002012-09-13T08:45:13.247-05:00You're amazing. Love how you've regrouped-...You're amazing. Love how you've regrouped--and so effectively. <br /><br />Your lovely little family will be fine because you're all awesome at it, LL--even little Claire. And look at all the support and good wishes out for you! Hugs!maya https://www.blogger.com/profile/11164383180083433329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-78067910531236396752012-09-12T23:43:20.125-05:002012-09-12T23:43:20.125-05:00LL, I am so sorry to hear of JP's job loss. I ...LL, I am so sorry to hear of JP's job loss. I recall all too well that awful sinking feeling when you get the news. You and JP have a strong relationship and that will help you endure. It's difficult to pick up the pieces and you are already on the way. Definitely go for the unemployment benefits. It's pretty stingy in Texas but it will help. Many prayers for you and the family. Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01247751682401645984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-13234883783657030122012-09-12T19:26:24.102-05:002012-09-12T19:26:24.102-05:00Long time lurker, first time commenter. Ugh, I am...Long time lurker, first time commenter. Ugh, I am so sorry to hear about your husband's job. I am the sole income earner right now and it's tough. Do you mind saying roughly what JP's field is? My company is located far from Texas but we hire a ton of remote employees. I might have some leads, but it depends on his area of specialization.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-67973005080816515752012-09-12T10:57:03.073-05:002012-09-12T10:57:03.073-05:00I always enjoy your posts and am sorry to hear abo...I always enjoy your posts and am sorry to hear about the loss of your husband's job. I don't know if you're a person of faith but I do believe that even when all of life's disappointments hurl themselves at us, when comforts such as a job/financial security are taken away, that reliance on a higher power can bring comfort and peace that a paycheck cannot. I am praying for your family and even though your education, determination and talents will surely get you through, praying for peace and rest in a time of change. You have a beautiful family! hmaney1https://www.blogger.com/profile/06419283660693690790noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-14121653281519413362012-09-12T10:44:14.102-05:002012-09-12T10:44:14.102-05:00Yes, unemployment... it's there for a reason. ...Yes, unemployment... it's there for a reason. It sounds like you're starting to regroup. You'll be okay! It's only been a week. Of course you were reeling, but you're already starting to get back on your feet.<br /><br />Sending more hugs your way!CMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01559451322234777335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-72969879443962847862012-09-12T10:33:44.273-05:002012-09-12T10:33:44.273-05:00Ugh! I'm so sorry to hear about JP's layo...Ugh! I'm so sorry to hear about JP's layoff. Hang in there. Wallow when you need to and know that folks are pulling for y'all. <br /><br />This makes me want to go into problem solving mode, so I am going to offer a few suggestions. Feel free to ignore. <br /><br />Are there any resources he can pursue through alumni career services or the athletic department? <br /><br />Both the Phillips66 (marketing, refining, chemicals, natural gas processing) and the ConocoPhillips (oil and gas exploration and production) websites have really up-to-date job opening listings that are monitored for responses. There may be something specific listed that JP would be interested in. Not likely to be much in Dallas-Ft. Worth... both companies have Houston HQs with big offices in Bartlesville OK and smaller offices scattered around.<br />Here are the websites:<br />ConocoPhillips http://www.conocophillips.com/EN/careers/Pages/index.aspx <br />Phillips66 http://www.phillips66.com/EN/careers/Pages/index.aspx<br /> <br />Phillips 66 also says they have a twitter thing here @P66Careers Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-38563043670590218842012-09-12T09:21:08.683-05:002012-09-12T09:21:08.683-05:00I am glad to hear that you decided to go to part t...I am glad to hear that you decided to go to part time daycare. That is such a smart I idea that I considered suggesting, but I figured that you would come to that decision. I would hold out on dropping out of daycare as long as possible because it would make job hunting next to impossible for JP. We decided not to put our son back in daycare when my husband relocated and a year later, I am still a stay at home mom, but to be fair I haven't been looking too hard and I love my current job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-72755997936684861102012-09-12T08:02:03.682-05:002012-09-12T08:02:03.682-05:00I also strongly support getting unemployment benef...I also strongly support getting unemployment benefits. JP should look into that as soon as his work with his company ends because it can take a little while before the payments kick in.Sandyenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-63457709971407071702012-09-12T07:27:05.472-05:002012-09-12T07:27:05.472-05:00Phew, six months is a long time! Glad you were ab...Phew, six months is a long time! Glad you were able to work something out with daycare and JP's loans. Claire is her own girl, I love it! Maybe she's a swimmer?Beccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05156777853779141522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-6668973311655108712012-09-12T06:49:24.466-05:002012-09-12T06:49:24.466-05:00I am not sure what your husband does for his work,...I am not sure what your husband does for his work, but my old company, TD Ameritrade, has an office in Ft Worth. I left there on very good terms. Best of luck with the search, something WILL work out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-86702473069865539592012-09-12T01:14:33.553-05:002012-09-12T01:14:33.553-05:00Glad to hear running the numbers gave you some com...Glad to hear running the numbers gave you some comfort. If you aren't already, don't forget to factor in unemployment benefits. JP should definitely be eligible and would likely get the max benefit. It's not a lot of money but it'll help pay the mortgage. I'm confident you'll find a way to make this work until JP finds a new position, even if it means doing some tutoring or teaching some swim lessons in the meantime. Jessicanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-9747645185633350412012-09-12T00:08:13.244-05:002012-09-12T00:08:13.244-05:00Landon looks so amazingly mature! When did that ha...Landon looks so amazingly mature! When did that happen? <br /><br />I hope you find all the strength you need to carry your family through this tough time!CPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09049860284871030328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-35122032273611339202012-09-11T23:21:41.215-05:002012-09-11T23:21:41.215-05:00Since you're telling JP - let me be one of man...Since you're telling JP - let me be one of many to tell you - Lag Liv, I'm so sorry, but it's going to be okay. <br /><br />and omg is Landon 5 or 15? he looks SO DANG OLD in all these recent pics! Halliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00213593870039027367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552008288188142238.post-11383812970447775262012-09-11T22:56:18.112-05:002012-09-11T22:56:18.112-05:00Hang in there, Lady. You and your family will get...Hang in there, Lady. You and your family will get through this. You seem to have such strong bonds with each other and genuine love and all the happy goodness that goes with gettin' through the tough times. Agree with prior commenter-- this was a huge curveball. But you and your hubby seem like you are smart people and you'll weather the storm. And those two munchkins sure are motivation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com