I think I'm going to get fired.

[kelle017]

My boss texted me asking if I will be home so her husband can come over and talk to me. 

[kelle017]

I texted her asking what about no response? so then I texted her again asking if they no longer want me to watch their kids because I'd rather know now than wait around to find out. I realize text isn't my best option, but I am freaking out.

[kelle017]

Yep, I'm jobless. She got back to me. She said it wasn't because of the fireplace thing and they aren't mad, and they say they still love me and know I love their kids. They want to explain, but I don't want to hear it. I don't really feel like it will make me feel better. I feel absolutely blindsided.

This is the worst possible timing. I already had taken a slight pay cut to watch their kids. I was planning on bringing the baby with me, and since their kids were young I had plenty of time to have that job. They are about to move 5 minutes away from me.

I have a college degree, but I graduated 5 years ago and haven't used it since. I don't know how I'm going to find another job that will either cover child care costs and make working worth it, or that I will be able to bring my baby with me.

I just can't stop crying and freaking out about things. Dh tells me it will be okay.

I go to church with these people, I've known them 10 years. I'm worried that will get awkward seeing them.

I still have their housekey and my ergo is at their house. Dh works pretty close so I will have him return it/pick it up.

I trying to calm down for the baby's sake, but it's proving impossible.

[gogadgetgo]

I'm sorry about your job. I think it would be beneficial to hear why they let you go, whether in person or in a letter/email. Hopefully that will diffuse some of the awkwardness of seeing them in the future.

((Hugs))

[bugandbibs]

I am very sorry. My guess (as a parent) is that the actual accident wasn't the issue, but maybe how you handled it? I do think it's worth hearing what they have to say. Plus, if you end things on a positive note they may be a good reference for you. The accident may have been a catalyst for them to re-evaluate their priorities and lifestyle.

You like childcare, so I would keep looking for that. Maybe start your own in home center? Or post on a site like care.com.

[kelle017]

I guess eventually knowing why would be good. I'm still in the shock phase at the moment and kind of need to process it first.

[bugandbibs]

Mar 10, 2013 16:02:25 GMT -5 kelle017 said:

I guess eventually knowing why would be good. I'm still in the shock phase at the moment and kind of need to process it first.

Of course you need some time!

As a professional you need to follow through with them in a timely matter. Also, you need to be the one to return their key and gather your belongings. It sucks, but it would be inappropriate to send your husband.

Again, I very sorry this is happening.

[themysteriouswife]

Mar 10, 2013 16:50:09 GMT -5 bugandbibs said:

Mar 10, 2013 16:02:25 GMT -5 kelle017 said:

I guess eventually knowing why would be good. I'm still in the shock phase at the moment and kind of need to process it first.

Of course you need some time!

As a professional you need to follow through with them in a timely matter. Also, you need to be the one to return their key and gather your belongings. It sucks, but it would be inappropriate to send your husband.

Again, I very sorry this is happening.

I agree. You need to do the exchange.

Sorry.

[Kristinmo]

Mar 10, 2013 16:50:09 GMT -5 bugandbibs said:

Mar 10, 2013 16:02:25 GMT -5 kelle017 said:

I guess eventually knowing why would be good. I'm still in the shock phase at the moment and kind of need to process it first.

Of course you need some time!

As a professional you need to follow through with them in a timely matter. Also, you need to be the one to return their key and gather your belongings. It sucks, but it would be inappropriate to send your husband.

Again, I very sorry this is happening.

I agree. You have to do it. 

And I'm sorry about the bad news. 

[kelle017]

You ladies are right. I do need to do it myself.