Ripper Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 So, after losing my job, keeping my moms house from being foreclosed on, and trying to stay afloat until I found another job, it just didn't work out. The assholes at my last job looked for a way to deny me unemployment, and found it. Through a bullshit loophole(basically they knew my old phone was cut off and I stupidly let them know I was using a prepaid phone. Since they knew there was no way to pull the phone records they claimed I didn't contact them starting with the date my original phone number was cut off...quite cute I must admit) So i had a appeals to the unemployment office which was basically my last chance and I got to tell ya, that shit is set up for the employer to win. I disproved all their arguments coming into it, so they just changed their story, and they STILL ruled in their favor. So, long story short, I lose everything now. Apartment, car, everything I own to a pawn shop, and I am going back home to live in a back room at my moms. In a pure shithole of a town. So since there is no internet access there, I am guessing this is it for a really really good while. Well, I had a good time here over the last...wow...6-7 years huh? hopefully the layoff won't be too long, although realistically I know where I am going to have to move and know the job market there. So chances are I will be working at Walmart for minimum wage pretty soon. But that is life. Its funny to look at where the year started and where it ended. pretty fucked year. But I guess you need the bad to appreciate the good. Or some bullshit like that. Anyway, guess i am signing off for a while. maybe talk to you guys again soon.
Lord of The Curry Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 You're one of the more upstanding guys we have around here. All the best in the future man.
kkktookmybabyaway Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 It's time for Ripper to choose his own adventure. Does he want me to: A) Say something insensitive/make yet another stupid joke? or B) Actually be sincere? Not sure what you are in the mood for. The choice is yours.
Ripper Posted November 27, 2008 Author Report Posted November 27, 2008 From you? A. It would feel weird otherwise!
Big Ol' Smitty Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 That really sucks Ripper. Hang in there and best wishes.
treble Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 The first thing he had to pawn was his spell-check.
Ripper Posted November 27, 2008 Author Report Posted November 27, 2008 The first thing he had to pawn was his spell-check. My "e" key sticks one time and all of a sudden I need spell check.
Matt Young Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 So it's back to Alabama, eh William? Man, I truly feel sorry for you and what you're going through. Not in the sense that I pity you, but rather that it sucks to see a good person such as yourself having to suffer through this. I speak from experience and from seeing it happen to others- many times, after you lose everything, you come out of it better than ever. It's all about having the right motivation and attitude, and I know you do. You'll be all right, man. Hope to see you back here soon.
Guest Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 Sorry about that. Hopefully you get back on your feet in short order.
CanadianGuitarist Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 Hang in there, man. You'll be welcomed back.
Guest Agent of Oblivion Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 I could probably put in a good word for you if you want to work in a warehouse in northern indiana in the middle of winter. You'd be our sixth or seventh black person!
CBright7831 Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 Losing a job can be one of the worst feelings in the world so I can relate to you on that note. Good luck.
Twisted Intestine Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 I know, I got fired from McDonalds once and MAN was I livid.
Black Lushus Posted November 27, 2008 Report Posted November 27, 2008 Good luck man and remember, if a nigga can make it to the White House, Ripper can get back on his feet!
kkktookmybabyaway Posted November 28, 2008 Report Posted November 28, 2008 From you? A. It would feel weird otherwise! After reading your posts in the past about how illegal immigrants are vital for our low consumer prices, remember that also applies when dey turk ur job and give it to some guy named Babu Ralph in the New Delhi Utah call center/tech department. I'm downright amazed at your commitment to your mother and hope she is doing as well as can be. Stay strong, man. And if I can help out let me know -- except for the whole "find a job" thing. Oh, and I'm not paying nobody's mortgage. But if Boo needs some flea medicine, I'm your hook-up. Just let me know the address where I can send the order.
dubq Posted November 28, 2008 Report Posted November 28, 2008 Best of luck Ripper! I hope you come back soon, though! You should think about working abroad. A buddy of mine had a similar situation and it ended up being a great experience for him.
Angle-plex Posted November 28, 2008 Report Posted November 28, 2008 Bunch of fags posting in this thread. Come on, thesmartmarks. You let me down.
NoCalMike Posted December 1, 2008 Report Posted December 1, 2008 Come give California a try........if you end up in Sacramento, you can come to my UFC parties.
Maztinho Posted December 1, 2008 Report Posted December 1, 2008 From you? A. It would feel weird otherwise! After reading your posts in the past about how illegal immigrants are vital for our low consumer prices, remember that also applies when dey turk ur job and give it to some guy named Babu Ralph in the New Delhi Utah call center/tech department. I'm downright amazed at your commitment to your mother and hope she is doing as well as can be. Stay strong, man. And if I can help out let me know -- except for the whole "find a job" thing. Oh, and I'm not paying nobody's mortgage. But if Boo needs some flea medicine, I'm your hook-up. Just let me know the address where I can send the order. My nextdoor neighbor is named Ralph... and I live in Utah... odd, he didn't look Indian.
Lt. Al Giardello Posted December 1, 2008 Report Posted December 1, 2008 We had our moments, but I always thought you were a good poster. Even when you went on hiatus, I kinda missed you. Hope everything turns around for you, good luck bro. If you are that desprate for work, Alberta is a booming place for employment.
Gary Floyd Posted December 1, 2008 Report Posted December 1, 2008 Damn man, hope things turn out for the best.
ultradust Posted February 17, 2009 Report Posted February 17, 2009 I was part of the massive Philippine layoff of Jan 15 - around 1000 employees of 2 large US companies lost their jobs in a single day. There was even talk of a local outsourcing company who simply shutdown unannounced. There was crying in the city at that time --good thing I had internet income running 2 months before --so I really wasn't worried like the rest who had to contend with a new larger job market looking for scarce jobs. 1000 people may be small compared to the US - but this is the first time this has happened to the Philippines! In the meetings of the "fired people, I felt I had to extend a hand and said "Why don't they visit my website - http://www.jomarhilario.com - I teach a free three month lesson via email on how to create income using blogs." Though I was shy at first, I think they really needed to know that there options out there. Specially now. I extend the same invite to you. Once your anger or disbelief is over. Signup to my blog and start learning the step by step lessons that enabled me to smile when things are grim.
The Thread Killer Posted February 17, 2009 Report Posted February 17, 2009 I was part of the massive Philippine layoff of Jan 15 - around 1000 employees of 2 large US companies lost their jobs in a single day. There was even talk of a local outsourcing company who simply shutdown unannounced. There was crying in the city at that time --good thing I had internet income running 2 months before --so I really wasn't worried like the rest who had to contend with a new larger job market looking for scarce jobs. 1000 people may be small compared to the US - but this is the first time this has happened to the Philippines! In the meetings of the "fired people, I felt I had to extend a hand and said "Why don't they visit my website - http://www.jomarhilario.com - I teach a free three month lesson via email on how to create income using blogs." Though I was shy at first, I think they really needed to know that there options out there. Specially now. I extend the same invite to you. Once your anger or disbelief is over. Signup to my blog and start learning the step by step lessons that enabled me to smile when things are grim. WOW! That's SPAMTASTIC!
Art Sandusky Posted February 17, 2009 Report Posted February 17, 2009 I shoulda come down to GC more often before a week ago. If you see this at some point Ripper, all the best! You were one of the good ones.
FroGG_NeaL Posted February 18, 2009 Report Posted February 18, 2009 No doubt. I missed this somehow. I'd just like to throw in some well wishes for Ripper to go with Kotz's. Dude was always one of my favorite posters. I always liked how if everybody in a thread were agreeing on the topic, even if he honestly agreed, he'd post the opposite opinion and even back up the otherside of the arguement just to get better discussion and raise other veiwpoints that weren't being considered.
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