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Traci Barnes's avatar

This is just another crossroad in life and our friendship. We’ve been through about everything together and I will stand by you as another roadblock interrupts our life. You are never alone during trails and tribulations and I hope knowing that gives you some form of comfort and peace. You have grown immensely and have learned your worth and I’m so happy to have watched you unfold to this amazing, talented human that you are. When you’re in doubt or despair, I will be here. I, for one, know better things will come your way as long as you’re trying and putting in the effort, which you are! I couldn’t be more proud of you, Lisa Sue!

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Lisa Explains It All's avatar

🥹🥰

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Laura Belin's avatar

I’m so sorry! I was laid off from my first writing job in 1997. I loved that job and I had the best colleagues ever. It did lead to a better job for me in the same field, but still—so sad while you’re going through it.

It’s terrible that they gave you no notice.

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Lisa Explains It All's avatar

Thank you! I never dreamt my job could be in jeopardy just because of the sheer amount of responsibility I had. I'm crushed, but I'm finding the more time and space between me and that phone call, the more I believe the Universe has something truly badass in store for me. Glad you landed on your feet back then. We're lucky to have you!

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Hugh's avatar

Pulling for you, Lisa! I went through something like this a few years back and I know just how rough it can feel at times.

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Lisa Explains It All's avatar

Thank you! It's definitely been a little disheartening.

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Hugh's avatar

https://www.readfrontier.org/ This is an example of a team in which I believe you would truly prosper.

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Lisa Explains It All's avatar

I'll give them a look! Thanks for the tip!

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