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End of an Era (at least for me)
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| Well, yesterday I made it official as I went into the office where I
used to work, handed in a formal letter of resignation and signed the
forms for COBRA. I also had to sign a paper saying that I had returned
all equipment that had been lent to me while I was working there. This
was due to the Family Medical Leave Act ending ... it only covers 12
weeks, and that 12 weeks is up.
I had invited two colleagues to come to lunch ... and instead, five
people showed up! I thought that was really sweet, and it helped me to
emotionally get ready for the meeting at the office. After the meeting
to officially resign my position, they asked if I would be able to
handle a position that did not involve going out to see the consumers
in their homes. I told them that at this point, no, I was not able to
do that. Also, I was told that if, at any point I am able to return to
work that they will rehire me "in a heartbeat." Although I do not think
that is going to happen, it is nice to know that there may be options
out there for me. I was also invited to a party (they have monthy
parties) and they said that I would be the 'guest of honor' and that
they had not done that before because they really expected me to return
to work.
In other news, the first reports from the muscle biopsy have only
revealed that there is muscle atrophy (which I am well aware of!) and
that this is not hereditary. Other than that, the test reveals that I
have a 'Connective Tissue Disorder,' which at this point is a little
like giving a description of someone by saying that they are a human
being. But then again, I was told that it could take up to six weeks
for all of the results, and it will only be 2 weeks this Friday.
I will continue to pray for patience...
Susan
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| Zuska wrote:
> In other news, the first reports from the muscle biopsy have only
> revealed that there is muscle atrophy (which I am well aware of!) and
> that this is not hereditary. Other than that, the test reveals that I
> have a 'Connective Tissue Disorder,' which at this point is a little
> like giving a description of someone by saying that they are a human
> being. But then again, I was told that it could take up to six weeks
> for all of the results, and it will only be 2 weeks this Friday.
Hello Susan,
A while back, you mentioned an MRI. Was that of the brain?
I read the MS newsgroup and some get diagnosed based on lesions in their
spine (MRI of the spine) if nothing shows up on MRI of the brain.
Of course I'm not a doctor nor do I have a clue what you do or don't have.
Just sharing in case it helps rule something out (about you).
J
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| Zuska wrote:
> Well, yesterday I made it official as I went into the office where I
> used to work, handed in a formal letter of resignation and signed the
> forms for COBRA. I also had to sign a paper saying that I had returned
> all equipment that had been lent to me while I was working there. This
> was due to the Family Medical Leave Act ending ... it only covers 12
> weeks, and that 12 weeks is up.
>
> I had invited two colleagues to come to lunch ... and instead, five
> people showed up! I thought that was really sweet, and it helped me to
> emotionally get ready for the meeting at the office. After the meeting
> to officially resign my position, they asked if I would be able to
> handle a position that did not involve going out to see the consumers
> in their homes. I told them that at this point, no, I was not able to
> do that. Also, I was told that if, at any point I am able to return to
> work that they will rehire me "in a heartbeat." Although I do not think
> that is going to happen, it is nice to know that there may be options
> out there for me. I was also invited to a party (they have monthy
> parties) and they said that I would be the 'guest of honor' and that
> they had not done that before because they really expected me to return
> to work.
Hello Susan,
I'm sure there were mixed emotions about this watermark day, but for now, I
think you've made the right decision, until you get a working diagnosis and
word as to whether medications or physio or something will help your
situation. It's wonderful that they've left the door open for you to
return. That just shows what a valued employee and workmate you were there.
Sounds like you'll be busy for a while. But it is an adjustment to no
longer having a routineg and a "goal" in life. Sometimes our work places
are like a 2nd home to us, as well.
If you ever start feeling down, vent here. We'll understand and if you feel
sadness on having to have left your employment, remember to smile because
it happened (your employment there) and was good..
J
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