Life I Need Some Good JuJu Here Guys... - Page 13

**Gonzo** · 02-12-2010, 11:31 AM

Well, Shit...

It's been a rough few months for the Gonzo clan and I could use some good Mojo...

I found out a few days ago that my mother has a baseball sized growth on her right kidney.
The Doc said he's seen this before and it's likely not Cancer, (I don't know what the hell it would be, a cyst perhaps). Apparently, the treatment for this involves injecting a small radioactive rod into the growth and killing the infected tissue. Unfortunately, this will likely kill the kidney as well.
This usually wouldn't worry me much because my mother was always a very strong woman. However, since her retirement about 8 years ago her health has steadily gone down hill.
My mom's a great person, she worked as a CNA for over 30 years while moving every 1-3 years for my dad so he could further is millitary career.
Lifting Senior Citizens in and out of bathtubs and off of toilets for that long has taken it's toll on her.

They both retired at a fairly young age and have been able to enjoy it until recently.

At this point you pray for small victories.

All of this crap coupled with my job worries, worries for my son and all the other bullshit I deal with daily wears a guy out.

One thing I'll say is that Lumpy has been awesome with all of this. She's been a great help and very supportive. She absolutely loves my parents and is always there for them.

Another bright spot is that I'm being considered for a promotion.
Funny how things like this go, I'm either worried about getting canned or I'm excited for a new opportunity. WTF?

I was going to take an extended break from this place but I am in need of the stress relief that CP provides so I'll be in and out.
(gimme my $$$ back Sofaking)
I try not to share too many personal issues on here but with all of the support you guys have given me, it's only fair I keep you updated.

**Gonzo** · 02-25-2010, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Take the month off. You've earned it. Then you pretty much made some extra money and you still have a job. It sounds like things are going your way. I had a feeling they would.

Well, I'm not ready to start notching wins yet. I have so many close friends and coworkers that I'm sure I'll be taken care of. My boss was genuinely saddened today when we talked so I know I can use a VP as a reference for a new position. Things will work out. It's just everything at once is freaking me out a little.
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**Mr. Flopnuts** · 02-25-2010, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Gonzo

Well, I'm not ready to start notching wins yet. I have so many close friends and coworkers that I'm sure I'll be taken care of. My boss was genuinely saddened today when we talked so I know I can use a VP as a reference for a new position. Things will work out. It's just everything at once is freaking me out a little.
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Hit him up for a letter of recommendation. I'll bet you if he feels that way he'll accommodate you. They're great for the resume.

**Gonzo** · 02-25-2010, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Hit him up for a letter of recommendation. I'll bet you if he feels that way he'll accommodate you. They're great for the resume.

I think I will.
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Sweet Daddy Hate · 02-25-2010, 11:16 PM

Best wishes to you and the family, bro.

Now go bang silly!

Duck Dog · 02-26-2010, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Gonzo

Did you all know that you can negotiate severance packages with some companies?

I did...

Giggity

Yes I do. And I did too.

So did my wife.

**Gonzo** · 03-01-2010, 12:30 AM

Well,
Tomorrow, (actually today) is the official 1st day of me being non-employed since 1998. I'm trying to actually enjoy the time off. Fixing stuff around the house, spending more time with my family, (especially my son) and just trying to get healthier. The uncertainty of not having a job weighs heavy on my mind. I know everything will work itself out sooner rather than later but I have control issues and want the issue resolved immediately.

My mother's surgury is Tusday at 14:30 and she's scared shitless. She tries to hide it, but I can tell.
We could use all of the good mojo ya'll can muster for a speedy recovery.
My father is nervous as hell too. (they have been married since 1967)He's been driving her nuts while she prepares for the procedure.

Anywho....

Thanks again for all the support guys.
Surprisingly enough, it does help both me and Lumpy.

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Sweet Daddy Hate · 03-01-2010, 01:38 AM

It is done.

Hammock Parties · 03-01-2010, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Gonzo

I'm trying to actually enjoy the time off. Fixing stuff around the house, spending more time with my family, (especially my son) and just trying to get healthier.

Simply Red · 03-01-2010, 07:21 AM

You should take the day off and pellet down Blue-Jays.

Hang in there, my door is alrays open. .... Alrays.

**Gonzo** · 03-01-2010, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Simply Red

You should take the day off and pellet down Blue-Jays.

Hang in there, my door is alrays open. .... Alrays.

thanks man....

Raff out Roud
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**bevischief** · 03-01-2010, 08:28 AM

Hang in there something will pop up.

**Gonzo** · 03-01-2010, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bevischief

Hang in there something will pop up.

Yeah, I know....

Here's the weird thing.

I was let go because they did a divisional realignment. So, they're going to have a guy from Missouri run my stuff as well as his. However, they paid me through August. PLUS they're paying for my health insurance through April. So, lets recap: They're paying me anyway, but to sit on my ass instead of utilizing me to streamline and run the business.

They also have a position open that I have a shit load of experience and training in. But they drag their feet so much to make a decision that instead of placing me in said position, they gave me a huge payday and sent me home.

Basically, they're waisting about $75,000-$100,000 when you include the amount of training and travel I've done over the last year.

Now I'm an UFA and can take all the information locked in my head plus all the training straight to a competitor and use it against them, (if I want).
I signed a non-compete agreement but there are ways around that.

Here's what will likely happen, my company will probably call me before april and assign me. However, it would be working for a different department and they would be unable to reclaim my severance package.

It's almost like dealing with the government for **** sake...
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**Gonzo** · 03-02-2010, 10:00 PM

Update on my Mom:

Mom had her surgury today...

The doc said it's likely cancer from the looks of the tumor. However, it looks as though the cancer was completely contained around the kidney. She did lose the kidney but the other one seems to be in perfect health.

After the surgury, they wheeled her up to her room. She was still quite groggy but awake. I have never seen anyone in so much pain in my life. Not even when Lumpy had three days of back labor.
Mom was clicking the morphine button like mad but it wasn't enough. The doc may give her an epideral, (sp?) if the morphine doesn't cut it.
I have been through some painful situations in my life. Broken and dislocated knee, broken ribs, broken hand and a few concussions but I never want to go through anything like that.
I'm just praying that all the cancer was contained so she won't have to go through anything like this again. The doc is optomistic that they got it all. We'll find out by Thursday.
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**Mr. Flopnuts** · 03-02-2010, 10:02 PM

I'm so sorry to hear that bud. Prayers for a speedy, healthy recovery.

As far as your non compete goes, it won't stand at all. You have to be able to make an income. Don't even worry about that, it's all for show.

**Gonzo** · 03-02-2010, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

I'm so sorry to hear that bud. Prayers for a speedy, healthy recovery.

As far as your non compete goes, it won't stand at all. You have to be able to make an income. Don't even worry about that, it's all for show.

That's kinda what I figure as well...

The agreement actually states that "I" won't attempt to contact any company client within 1 year of separation.

So, ok... I won't.

02-12-2010, 11:31 AM
Gonzo Stuff & Things Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Yukon Casino cash: $10126924	I Need Some Good JuJu Here Guys... Well, Shit... It's been a rough few months for the Gonzo clan and I could use some good Mojo... I found out a few days ago that my mother has a baseball sized growth on her right kidney. The Doc said he's seen this before and it's likely not Cancer, (I don't know what the hell it would be, a cyst perhaps). Apparently, the treatment for this involves injecting a small radioactive rod into the growth and killing the infected tissue. Unfortunately, this will likely kill the kidney as well. This usually wouldn't worry me much because my mother was always a very strong woman. However, since her retirement about 8 years ago her health has steadily gone down hill. My mom's a great person, she worked as a CNA for over 30 years while moving every 1-3 years for my dad so he could further is millitary career. Lifting Senior Citizens in and out of bathtubs and off of toilets for that long has taken it's toll on her. They both retired at a fairly young age and have been able to enjoy it until recently. At this point you pray for small victories. All of this crap coupled with my job worries, worries for my son and all the other bullshit I deal with daily wears a guy out. One thing I'll say is that Lumpy has been awesome with all of this. She's been a great help and very supportive. She absolutely loves my parents and is always there for them. Another bright spot is that I'm being considered for a promotion. Funny how things like this go, I'm either worried about getting canned or I'm excited for a new opportunity. WTF? I was going to take an extended break from this place but I am in need of the stress relief that CP provides so I'll be in and out. (gimme my $$$ back Sofaking) I try not to share too many personal issues on here but with all of the support you guys have given me, it's only fair I keep you updated.
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02-25-2010, 11:16 PM	#184
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03-01-2010, 12:30 AM	#186
Gonzo Stuff & Things Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Yukon Casino cash: $10126924	Well, Tomorrow, (actually today) is the official 1st day of me being non-employed since 1998. I'm trying to actually enjoy the time off. Fixing stuff around the house, spending more time with my family, (especially my son) and just trying to get healthier. The uncertainty of not having a job weighs heavy on my mind. I know everything will work itself out sooner rather than later but I have control issues and want the issue resolved immediately. My mother's surgury is Tusday at 14:30 and she's scared shitless. She tries to hide it, but I can tell. We could use all of the good mojo ya'll can muster for a speedy recovery. My father is nervous as hell too. (they have been married since 1967)He's been driving her nuts while she prepares for the procedure. Anywho.... Thanks again for all the support guys. Surprisingly enough, it does help both me and Lumpy. Posted via Mobile Device
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03-01-2010, 01:38 AM	#187
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03-01-2010, 07:21 AM	#189
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03-01-2010, 08:28 AM	#191
bevischief .... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somewhere Kansas Casino cash: $8659352 VARSITY	Hang in there something will pop up.
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03-02-2010, 10:00 PM	#193
Gonzo Stuff & Things Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The Yukon Casino cash: $10126924	Update on my Mom: Mom had her surgury today... The doc said it's likely cancer from the looks of the tumor. However, it looks as though the cancer was completely contained around the kidney. She did lose the kidney but the other one seems to be in perfect health. After the surgury, they wheeled her up to her room. She was still quite groggy but awake. I have never seen anyone in so much pain in my life. Not even when Lumpy had three days of back labor. Mom was clicking the morphine button like mad but it wasn't enough. The doc may give her an epideral, (sp?) if the morphine doesn't cut it. I have been through some painful situations in my life. Broken and dislocated knee, broken ribs, broken hand and a few concussions but I never want to go through anything like that. I'm just praying that all the cancer was contained so she won't have to go through anything like this again. The doc is optomistic that they got it all. We'll find out by Thursday. Posted via Mobile Device
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03-02-2010, 10:02 PM	#194
Mr. Flopnuts FINALLY! The wait is over. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The Future Is Now!!! Casino cash: $19947565	I'm so sorry to hear that bud. Prayers for a speedy, healthy recovery. As far as your non compete goes, it won't stand at all. You have to be able to make an income. Don't even worry about that, it's all for show.
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