I am sure most of you have heard of the massive layoff's in the financial sector. Today Fidelity laid-off 1300 employees. I did not loose my job but I did have several very close friends who did. Fidelity is scheduled for a second round of layoff's in Q1 2009 and the next set will be an additional 2700 employees.
As I have witnessed the tumultuous economy and the impact that it has had friends and family I see one common thread, greed. From loan brokers, energy speculators, investment brokers, and the consumer who spends beyond their means and doesn't take responsibility for their gluttonous consumption over-extending their means and depleting resources.
I have challenged my family to reverse the trend of greed. Instead of consuming more then we need we are going to donate two bags of groceries to the local food shelter each week. The local food shelter here is already low on food far before the normal time. I have also encouraged the kids to think of ways that we put our wants aside and help assist on meeting other peoples needs.
Jen
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I like your idea of giving two bags of groceries to the local food center each week.
I'm glad you still have your job, but I am sad for those who are unemployed. They are laying off at EA also. We don't think he will be affected, but you never know. I don't want Eric to lose his job, but on the other hand I feel really bad for those who are getting layed off. I just hope that it isn't us soon, than that makes me feel quilty, that I'm glad it isn't us.
Would you still like us to make our homemade candy and treats for your wedding? This year we are making truffles(5-6 flavors), carmel and chocolate dipped big pretzels, hershey's fudge, egg nog fudge, cordial cherries (we have never made these before, so I'm not sure how they will turn out), toffee, peanut butter cups. I can also make a cheesecake if you want. Just let me know what you would like.
Monika
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