tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post2962396222422328407..comments2024-01-23T23:07:00.959-08:00Comments on GRACEful Retirement: They are ComingGrace.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03557395027685855901noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-44276361869251691392011-11-07T05:19:49.717-08:002011-11-07T05:19:49.717-08:00I worked in supervisory and management positions i...I worked in supervisory and management positions in county government in California for over 20 years. While I was there, it was IMPOSSIBLE to fire anyone for anything. It did not matter what they did or did not do once they got past probation, unless they stole or physically attacked another employee. And even then it took a year and an exhausting process to get rid of them.<br /><br />These "memos" that supposedly exist and have become public? Haven't seen any mention of these in the newspapers here. The unions would be all over that and it would be headline news. Sounds like rumor and hearsay to me.<br /><br />I hope these folks hold up their end of the bargain and I'm not hearing any excuses in six months about why they have to stay another six months.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-70301513873409794182011-11-06T10:20:46.413-08:002011-11-06T10:20:46.413-08:00Anon--you could not be more wrong. Talk to anyone...Anon--you could not be more wrong. Talk to anyone in social services in California right now. Internal memos have come to light showing that managers are being told to fire anyone they can and to oppose ALL claims for unemployment except for lay-offs. This is particularly true in financially hard-hit counties around the major cities in CA.Grace.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03557395027685855901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-4733617574868557892011-11-06T07:38:54.347-08:002011-11-06T07:38:54.347-08:00I'm concerned about someone that loses a job w...I'm concerned about someone that loses a job with a state agency after 20 years for a single disciplinary issue. Supposedly, this would have only resulted in a reprimand in the past.<br /><br />No State of California agency that I know would do this. There must have been a history of disciplinary issues or a crimial matter involving the agency. I certainly don't buy the part about other folks losing their jobs for the same reason. <br /><br />In addition, the State agency's HR department is unlikely to oppose an unemployment claim unless there is a serious problem such as theft from the agency or other criminal activity.<br /><br />It's also odd she thinks it necessary to leave the state. If this were a simple disciplinary issue, it would be less disruptive to her family for her to look for another job where she is. The father of these kids does not seem to be in the picture. Won't he step up?<br /><br />My guess is this person is no different than your kids. You are not knowledgeable about the real problem or you are turning a blind eye to it. I hope I am wrong or at least this adventure does not end up costing you a lot of money.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-49130449828374024902011-11-05T07:40:56.724-07:002011-11-05T07:40:56.724-07:00This is a nice story to read first thing on a Satu...This is a nice story to read first thing on a Saturday morning. As the world seems to get harsher and meaner everyday, the true human beings step up and do what they can.<br /><br />You are one of the good ones, Grace.Bob Lowryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843991725692979189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-61433312523335450802011-11-05T07:30:46.096-07:002011-11-05T07:30:46.096-07:00Grace,
You sound like my mom she would offer to pa...Grace,<br />You sound like my mom she would offer to pay her adult children to do work for her as well. And yes some of them would take it.<br /><br />Good luck. This could be fun; you will be like the Golden Girls.Savvyworkinggalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08159197609419858161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-73359862889530624752011-11-04T22:09:00.667-07:002011-11-04T22:09:00.667-07:00Grace you are a wonderful woman! I hope your frie...Grace you are a wonderful woman! I hope your friend finds something fast, it is amazing how nasty all employers are becoming these days.<br /><br />Good luck with everything<br /><br />JudyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-73954579463188397752011-11-04T19:27:13.020-07:002011-11-04T19:27:13.020-07:00What a good friend you are. I hope the two of you ...What a good friend you are. I hope the two of you have/will have hashed out some ground rules. If it's in writing there will be no "But you never..." arguments from her or her kids.<br />"But you never SAID the dog wasn't allowed on the couch..."<br />"But you never TOLD me I couldn't run my race cars along the freshly painted walls..."<br />"But you never REQUIRED me to chip in on every heating bill..."<br />"But you never said that the kids COULDN'T have sleepovers..."<br />Again, you're a peach. Hope it works well for both parties. <br />Your fellow Pacific Northwester (Seattle),<br />DonnaDonna Freedmanhttp://www.donnafreedman.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-74390506173730672612011-11-04T15:31:35.913-07:002011-11-04T15:31:35.913-07:00I suggest that my mom pay my brothers for work don...I suggest that my mom pay my brothers for work done rather than give hand outs. A hand up is always a good thing.<br />Bless you.<br />Your friend is very fortunate to have you in her life!Janettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10054888725603183006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-83238413743202470582011-11-04T15:17:35.202-07:002011-11-04T15:17:35.202-07:00Grace,
What a wonderful gesture to your friend. ...Grace, <br />What a wonderful gesture to your friend. And what a great excuse to declutter and clean! You'll be glad you did!<br /><br />I'm hoping your friend finds a job fast, and that you'll have her at least in the area, if not in your own home.Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13940623529019637336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-88816250332828552692011-11-04T15:16:03.031-07:002011-11-04T15:16:03.031-07:00LOL Anon--I take your point. But actually, I offe...LOL Anon--I take your point. But actually, I offered to pay, and not that much either. It's a way to get them some cash they really need, and to get my work done. The fun part has been all of us working together--fortunately twenty dollars and pizza are getting me a full day's work.Grace.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03557395027685855901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-59496563833808996152011-11-04T14:38:36.462-07:002011-11-04T14:38:36.462-07:00You had to pay your adult children to help out? A...You had to pay your adult children to help out? After all you do for them, they aren't begging you for chances to help you out when they can?<br /><br />Hope you enjoy your friends stay, you are doing a very nice thing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-19698964189337679832011-11-04T13:03:45.938-07:002011-11-04T13:03:45.938-07:00Grace, good for you. Im actually going to suggest ...Grace, good for you. Im actually going to suggest that if itsnot one hundred percent done, it will be okay. having them participating in preparing their space may be both enjoyable and self esteem raising.Barbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15195838412173806659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-41316183591798102262011-11-04T11:39:27.887-07:002011-11-04T11:39:27.887-07:00How wonderful of you to share your home. I hope s...How wonderful of you to share your home. I hope she takes her unemployment claim to all levels possible and doesn't take the first denial as the end.Juhlihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14440147890620303894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-34938972315950190992011-11-04T11:15:44.914-07:002011-11-04T11:15:44.914-07:00it's lovely that you can make a place for her ...it's lovely that you can make a place for her and her children, so sad with all these layoffs happening.<br />good luck with the cleaning!Louisehttp://eliminate-my-debt.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-11040551085826649232011-11-04T11:06:56.276-07:002011-11-04T11:06:56.276-07:00So sorry for your friend - what an unfortunate sit...So sorry for your friend - what an unfortunate situation. You are fabulous for taking her & her family in. Wishing you success & speed in your cleaning!Hawaii Plannerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04760426766801381563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-13288687831055169972011-11-04T10:55:57.714-07:002011-11-04T10:55:57.714-07:00I'm sure there will be benefits and costs, plu...I'm sure there will be benefits and costs, pluses and minuses, but thank goodness there are people like you in the world.Linda P.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5601819916630680133.post-62887106385806336622011-11-04T10:29:02.217-07:002011-11-04T10:29:02.217-07:00OMG, Grace! How wonderful you are for taking your...OMG, Grace! How wonderful you are for taking your friend in. But how unfortunate that this happened to her. Can she hire a labor attorney? They only get paid if she wins. Sounds like she will!<br /><br />Happy cleaning. I suppose.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com