https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:06:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1945808 Tue, 07 Aug 2018 13:38:40 +0000 viva 1945808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really love your attitude, Cindy. Sending you best wishes for the future - healthwise and otherwise.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1945154 Sat, 04 Aug 2018 23:04:38 +0000 unfrumped 1945154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Giid to focus on stabilizing health! Best wishes for that.<br /> Use the extra time to try to enjoy more of the “ free” things in life! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1944398 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 22:36:04 +0000 bj1111 1944398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>He’s a for texting your firing. </p> <p>You have such a healthy approach to self-care. Yay for supportive hubs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1944160 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 13:12:37 +0000 Janet 1944160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, I'm late to this, but sorry about the job, and for the health problems. But I know the few times I've been let go from a job, it's always ended up being a blessing in disguise. Take care of yourself -- I'm quite sure this change in employment is for the better!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1942934 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 21:17:14 +0000 Style Fan 1942934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am sorry that you are having health problems, Cindy.&nbsp; Taking care of yourself can become a full-time job.&nbsp; I will send some good thoughts your way.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired/page/2#post-1942471 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 04:30:14 +0000 Ginkgo 1942471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beaming good thoughts your way. &nbsp;The best is yet to come. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942441 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 01:16:19 +0000 Gigi 1942441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your boss sounds like a jerk to fire you via text. And it sounds like he doesn't understand health issues. Grr. I'm glad you have a financial cushion and can take it easy for a while as you get your health under control. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942350 Sat, 28 Jul 2018 16:01:12 +0000 L'Abeille 1942350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Cindy. Seconding what everyone else has said re: that sucks, your health is most important, and best wishes going forward. </p> <p>What I want to add is some lateral thinking: maybe your craving for a Dippin Dots palate, so incompatible with your job requirements, is what we used to call Providence, preparing you for a change. Enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942347 Sat, 28 Jul 2018 15:44:36 +0000 Suz 1942347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, I'm so sorry that you're experiencing health problems! That's the worst part of all this. Meanwhile, getting fired is no fun. But it sounds as if you have a great attitude toward it all -- look at it as an opportunity for change, take some time to consider whether you will file for wrongful dismissal or whatever, and play in your closet, heh heh!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942314 Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:22:32 +0000 Peri 1942314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go Thistle! I'd go for the unemployment benefits just for the revenge of making him pay.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942264 Sat, 28 Jul 2018 04:36:25 +0000 Anonymous 1942264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, your health absolutely must come first. Your old boss will very likely be begging you to come back, if he has not already done so. Don't go back unless you really really want to and with a nice raise or benefits and time off for doctor's visits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942201 Sat, 28 Jul 2018 00:40:30 +0000 Anonymous 1942201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to read all of this, but I honestly think getting fired can be a good thing. &nbsp;If finances aren't a major worry yet, enjoy this for what it is - an opportunity to rid yourself of a lousy employer and to get your health back under control. &nbsp;Good things are ahead, I know it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942166 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 22:14:01 +0000 karen13 1942166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry this happened to you this way, but it sounds like it may help you focus on more important things - taking care of you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942118 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 19:09:41 +0000 Barbara Diane 1942118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad to hear that you can focus your time and energy on your health. Great attitude!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942106 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:28:22 +0000 cindysmith 1942106@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jane, I fully expect him to ask me to help out or come back, and I will be saying no. Since I've been clean &amp; sober, when I'm done with something, I'm done. I wish him all the best, but I'm done. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942102 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:14:53 +0000 rachylou 1942102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I want to first say Congratulations! ‘Cuz you’re free... ‘cuz that DOES all sound illegal. And second, I wouldn’t fault you for just taking your freedom and running, and not bothering to give him what-for. Or even if he’s a nut and you have some sympathy for him.</p> <p>I’ll miss the goat in the walk-in tho. Or was it chickens? Also so very legal... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942097 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:02:59 +0000 JAileen 1942097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m sorry you and your employer’s relationship came to this. He’s lucky he’s never had health issues. You sound lke your psyche is doing well - yay! Good luck in both health and eventual job search. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942095 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 17:58:58 +0000 Jane 1942095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindysmith, good thinking on all the issues. I’m glad you have time and space in your head to care and think about your lovely self. </p> <p>Respect to DH for his straightforward approach. </p> <p>I’m thinking that your boss will ask you to come back. His reaction sounds knee jerk. He will be feeling remorseful. </p> <p>If he does revert back, what might you say? Would you be able to secure a positive reference - which might be important? </p> <p>But again, well done with your pragmatic approach and thinking. Just brilliant. </p> <p>Thinking of you x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942090 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 17:34:35 +0000 Anonymous 1942090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have the best attitude! &nbsp;I know this will all work out for the best. &nbsp;Just focus on your health and be happy you're moving on to something better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942079 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:49:35 +0000 cindysmith 1942079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for the kindness and support. I'm actually a bit relieved to be able to concentrate on doctor appointments for a while. And excited to get rid of all those blah clothes I had to keep just for work </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942077 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:42:36 +0000 Angie 1942077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sorry, <b>Cindy</b>. Not so fab. Rest, restore and much love to you. We are here to support in any way at all. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942073 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:34:53 +0000 DonnaF 1942073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Thistle. Sounds like it very much should have been an employee-employer relationship. But first, you need to take care of your health. I hope not having to deal with the stress of work gives you a health boost. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942067 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:54:42 +0000 cindysmith 1942067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Texstyle, I may not be letting it go for such noble reasons as you have listed. If I get honest, I'm just too lazy to deal with the paperwork LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942063 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:47:10 +0000 texstyle 1942063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Your health is the most important thing to focus on. I think I would have given up on the job voluntarily - so maybe it's for the best, even if he didn't handle it professionally.&nbsp; I imagine you *could* apply for unemployment but if I were honest I would say that it would be somewhat deceptive if you knowingly entered into a contractor relationship and then chose to say later you thought&nbsp; you were an "employee" and should be treated as such. Sure, the workforce commission might side with you (and they usually do) but is it truly fair? Maybe if it were your first job and&nbsp; you didn't know better but that's not the case.&nbsp; <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I think you're making the right decision to move on and get your health in order.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942034 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:33:42 +0000 cindysmith 1942034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Efbgen, I'm glad you put your health first, and I hope you are doing well now! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942031 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:29:32 +0000 Anonymous 1942031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to say I am sorry but I have to be honest and say - if the boss doesn’t care about the health of his/her employees it’s best not to work for that individual.<br /> I quit my job 2 years ago to undergo my first of 2 cardiac surgeries- I felt I would be out too much and opted not to inconvenience doctor that much. My replacement has been out more than in but it’s not my call or problem.<br /> Take care of you and you and DH will be better for it and if you want to return to work- a job will come. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942024 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:19:56 +0000 cindysmith 1942024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thistle, you're definitely right and it's something to consider. My physical therapy was arranged by a government agency, and I have an appointment with them Monday; I'll sit back and let them guide my next moves. I'm so fatigued from all the medical issues that I'll be grateful to let someone else take the driver's seat &amp; make decisions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942015 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:02:50 +0000 Thistle 1942015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you are in the US, not only was him not withholding taxes not legal (unless you have a specific contract - sounds like you don't - and even then if the work doesn't fit very strenuous criteria, the contract is void in the eyes of the US government), but firing you over health issues isn't, either.</p> <p>I don't know your age, but female over 40 are both protected classes. They would need to have done a proper performance evaluation to fire you.</p> <p>Which means you're also eligible for unemployment. Once you tell the unemployment office you were fired by text message, with no reason other than your doctor appointments, I can't imagine them withholding that, either. Which, your former employer pays. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942013 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 14:01:44 +0000 RobinF 1942013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well that’s stinky! Doesn’t sound like he was the best boss anyway so maybe you’ll be better off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so-this-happened-i-got-fired#post-1942008 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 13:57:11 +0000 cindysmith 1942008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah Peri, it's probably not legal; but I also don't care enough to do anything about it LOL </p>