Layoffs

So this past Friday a mechanic whom I had been working for a few months was laid off. It's been about a year since I've actually seen somebody get laid off so I had almost forgot the gut wrenching feeling. It's a crazy feeling when you work with someone everyday get to know them and a little about their lives, goals, family and than all of a sudden their world get changed. I made me realize I'm very fortunately to be in the apprenticeship at this time because until we graduate we have kind of a bubble of protection. My prayers go out to all of those who are having a hard time finding working. Sometimes I really concerned for my own future. I have no doubts that I'll make a good mechanic and be a productive worker but I wonder will that be enough in the future to keep me employed. I'm not a guy with a many connections so all I really have is my work to speak for me. But I'm sure just about everyone knows a good worker or two that are unemployed. Well I hope everyone enjoys their holidays, and may the new year bring better fortune.