I'll have the summer off...

[HALEY]

Western Pennsylvania could lose 25,000 more jobs this year as the unemployment rate climbs as high as 8.5 percent, PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Chief Economist Stuart Hoffman predicted Tuesday.

The forecast follows a state report that joblessness in the seven-county region jumped to 6.5 percent in January, up from 6.2 percent a month earlier. About 89,000 workers were jobless.

The federal government reported last week that unemployment rose to 8.1 percent in February, the highest jobless rate in 25 years.

[judy]

Too bad Haley that after 10 years, you may lose your job.

I think you have a great attitude though, and you will make it work. You have what it takes.

Let the government support you with unemployment for a while and enjoy time with Micah.

[Marilyn]

Haley, most everyone here has already said it all. So sorry this is happening. Wish you well in whatever happens. Enjoy the time with Micah!!!

[HALEY]

Originally Posted by Marilyn

Haley, most everyone here has already said it all. So sorry this is happening. Wish you well in whatever happens. Enjoy the time with Micah!!!

Thanks Marilyn, its out of my hands, nothing that i can control, so i'm not getting upset about it. just going to enjoy my time off with Micah.. and that's it.. I already started looking for another job, but like i said there's not to many good paying jobs around here. Alot of places are closing, so when i do get an interview, i'm going to be against alot of people for that one job.. it's going to be a hard long road to travel. But something will come up.. My boss thinks they we as a company will close June 1st. so i have some time here.. I really don't think scrap prices will go up in a month. or the economy will get better, so i'm just venting and preparing myself for the hit...

[Emmsmom]

I am sorry to hear about your job.. The economy is really hurting everyone in some way right now. Thankgoodness your hubby's job is still going strong. I think we are all worried and crossing our fingers that our jobs are safe. Enjoy your time with the little one while you can. As for the unemployment... I can't blame you you earned it so take advantage of it while you can. Hopefully you will be able to find a new job in no time!

I had no idea you lived in Pa. I am in Va so not too far away.

[HALEY]

Originally Posted by Emmsmom

I am sorry to hear about your job.. The economy is really hurting everyone in some way right now. Thankgoodness your hubby's job is still going strong. I think we are all worried and crossing our fingers that our jobs are safe. Enjoy your time with the little one while you can. As for the unemployment... I can't blame you you earned it so take advantage of it while you can. Hopefully you will be able to find a new job in no time!

I had no idea you lived in Pa. I am in Va so not too far away.

Thanks Michelle, when it comes down to it i rather lose my job, than Mike lose his job...
You are close to me, how is it around your area? I bet the Steel Mills if you have any are all closed, and most of our car dealership and small businesses are closing? My hometown is starting to look like a ghost town now

[Emmsmom]

I know that the steel mills in West Virginia are starting to close up. I am not sure if we have any in my area.

[HALEY]

Originally Posted by judy

Too bad Haley that after 10 years, you may lose your job.

I think you have a great attitude though, and you will make it work. You have what it takes.

Let the government support you with unemployment for a while and enjoy time with Micah.

Judy i really don't want anything from the the government ever!! I figured i paid into my unemployment for years, and they took half of my retirement so i am entitled to this money! and yes i'm taking back my money so i am going to enjoy the summer with Micah... it's just sad to come to work everyday and wait for my pink slip... but i'm all packed up and ready to go for when the time comes