I hate to hear that GeorgiaZ and I sure will. It is happening all over - I talked to my friend in Visalia, CA and 11 resteraunts were closing, laying off kids…the GM plant is laying off here…it's everywhere. I think there are harder times to come, sadly.

Thanks ladies, I feel blessed to have my job here at the hospital. Especially in the ER where there is always a need. So many dont have that security. But for what it means for our community and so many small communities around us that depended of Alcoa too, everything will suffer. restaraunts, groceries, local shops even walmart will all hurt. I am also blessed to have friends to lean on.  Thanks from my heart!

Oh Georgia, I'm sorry to read such discouraging news.  I'll also be praying for everyone affected by this decision.  It's vital that we lean on the Lord, especially in times like these.

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GeorgiaZ said:

There was a press conferrence this morning at 11 held by Alcoa Aluminum Plant.  It has been what has made out little town of 5000 since 1948 when it opened and started production.  Please keep us all in your thoughts as all this unfolds.

Sorry to hear about the plant closing Georgia.We have an Alcoa plant near here also. Matter of fact,my father retired from there after working 36 years. I know this plant has been laying off also. My daughter's small town lost their Rubbermaid plant and half of those employees left for other parts and the others have gone back to school,but even after school  there isn't much to offer in small towns as far as jobs when their bigest employer leaves. My prayers are with you.

Wow, my husband is the a flightline supervisor for the Bomber here…

He retires in 4 years or so and then wants to work for the FAA or something..no telling what, or where we will be.

My cousin has been a welder in Austin for years…good jobs.

I'm so sorry to hear about the job losses.  It is indeed frightening and with the coming election, a lot could hinge on potential changes.  I'm already wondering where the extra money will come from with all the talk of raising taxes. 

I pray God will indeed open doors where they need opening and give a sense of peace to the people who are no doubt crying out for help.  There's a whole lotta shakin' going on… but He said He was able to keep us from stumbling and would put our foot on solid ground.  Good for you on the new job training.  May God bless all he puts his hand to in his new career! 

GeorgiaZ said:

I totally agree Kayis, what else would we have. We have our home paid for and cars paid for and we may eat some funny meals, but we will not go hungry.  God does always provide and hold us up when ever we ask.

Jayne, John just turned 53 on Sunday and is going to college for the first time.  He is in his 3rd semester of welding associates degree. A 2 year program. I am so proud of him I just cant stand it. He dropped out of school right before he turned 17 to join the army and spent 2 years in Korea.  Didnt even get his GED until he was 45. Just something he always wanted to do and as the old saying goes…we aint gettin any younger! I'm fixin to turn 50! Cant believe that either.

This tickles me. I love to hear stories like this. I didn't start going to college until I was in my 30's and I felt very odd until! Until!!!  I met Lena. She was A 72-YEAR-OLD lady in my geology class. She was so angry at a lawsuit gone wrong against her, she decided to START school to get a legal degree. I loved her moxy. She is fabulous. This was about 5years ago and we were both graduating with our associates, I wonder how far she has gotten? 

I'm so excited for your husband. Congrats to you both.