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    • Chip Valecek
      Chip Valecek SVS Team SVS OG @Sara Hickman last edited by

      @Sara-Hickman there is no dislike button other wise I would be pressing it. Sorry to hear about your job. I am sure everything will work out.


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        jdubz last edited by

        Being laid off was the first step to starting my company nearly 9 years ago. I don't for a second wish I was still working for my old company or that I didn't start the business because of it.

        The motivation to make it work went a long way to ensuring it was a success.

        Josh White
        https://www.instagram.com/joshwhiteillustration/

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        • Coreyartus
          Coreyartus Moderator last edited by

          I love your "freelance by force" phrase. The universe is pushing you to higher and better things. Look at this as an opportunity, and go forward with gusto!! šŸ™‚

          Children's Illustration Portfolio: https://www.coreyartusillustration.com
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            Amanda Jean last edited by

            Hey, yeah it is an unfortunate situation. Had the same thing happen to me a few years ago.

            Two and a half years into a job I really enjoyed (paid to make art, and paid well) plus finding an almost harmonious work/life/health balance, I was told I had to go because of budget cuts and they could no longer afford an extra artist.

            I've been on a rollercoaster ever since. But nothing lasts forever, it's part of life and sometimes a blessing in disguise. It all comes down to how you see it.

            Feelings come and go. You got this šŸ™‚

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            • juliepeelart
              juliepeelart SVS OG last edited by

              @Sara-Hickman so sorry for your news. šŸ˜ž We are cheering for you!! šŸ™‚

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              • ArtofAleksey
                ArtofAleksey last edited by

                Sorry Sara šŸ˜ž ya never know when you just completely end up without a job. You can do this, you already have the determination.

                instagram and twitter: @artofaleksey
                alekseyillustration.com

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                • Sara Hickman
                  Sara Hickman last edited by

                  Thank you everyone for your kind words and support. Right now I am praying that there is not a repeat of yesterday today. My husband works for the same company different departments.

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                  • Sara Hickman
                    Sara Hickman @Sara Hickman last edited by

                    @Sara-Hickman phew the husband's department is safe.

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                    • Zachary Drenski
                      Zachary Drenski last edited by

                      Life takes us by surprise sometimes but these situations often lead to better things. I'm rooting for you @Sara-Hickman !!

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                      • MOO
                        MOO SVS OG @Sara Hickman last edited by

                        @Sara-Hickman Oh no! I'm rooting for you with Freelancing!

                        Marsha Ottum Owen

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                        • Nyrryl  Cadiz
                          Nyrryl Cadiz SVS OG last edited by

                          I’m so sorry you lost your job. I sincerely hope things will go smoothly for you in freelancing.

                          Portfolio: nyrrylcadiz.com
                          Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyrryl_cadiz/
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                          • Sara Hickman
                            Sara Hickman @Zachary Drenski last edited by

                            @Zachary-Drenski Thank you. I truly believe everything happens for a reason. There is something more out there for us.

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                            • Sara Hickman
                              Sara Hickman last edited by

                              Thank you, everyone. I have decided the pity party has ended. I did my hair and makeup today. I have on real clothes. There are bigger and better things for me on the horizon. Thankfully we have a small savings account and HOPEFULLY, we will not have to dip into it. As a Christ-follower, I know that my needs and the needs of my kids will be provided for. Thank you for all the words of encouragement. They really do mean a lot to me.

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