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  • pepe2008
    pepe2008 Posts: 5,158 Forumite
    LouiseJ wrote: »
    Buffy, well done for making that difficult decision, you will feel a different person once you are away from those poisonous people and have time to re-group.

    A brave but COMPLETELY RIGHT decision:T

    Well said Louise! Buffy, well done on taking that decision. There is a lot out there for someone of youur talent, commitment ( I would have told to$$er to shove it months ago ) and understanding.
    Theres training roles, efl, even ofsted (?) to look at for employment. Loads of work overseas for British Teachers.
    I haven't read the whole thread ( as per! ) but keep up your resolve.
    Pepe x
    :D:D stay wonky :D:D

    ....one-way ticket to Portugal booked !
  • urg123
    urg123 Posts: 1,997 Forumite
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    Hi Buffy

    Good for you - you have so many different things pulling you in lots of different directions that you have been torn.

    Taking a step back and making a decision is a great move for you - you are back in the driving seat.

    You are the person who knows you best and you are the only one who know's what is right for you.

    How does it feel to have made this decision?

    urg x x
  • Its feels pretty damn good. Today is my birthday and I went to work thinking I would feel guilty about making the decision but I didn't.

    I really didn't. told my bestwork friends I was looking and won't be there next year. it went ok, they were upset but I must do this. I want to be happy again.

    Told Mum too, and actually she said, I am glad because you have been so unhappy, you do it you'll be alright. which was a suprise!

    The next few months are going to be hard but there is a light. there really is.
    Nevertheless she persisted.
  • GeorgeUK
    GeorgeUK Posts: 7,737 Forumite
    Told Mum too, and actually she said, I am glad because you have been so unhappy, you do it you'll be alright. which was a suprise!

    Looks like when she's down and using you as her crutch (or kicking post), she's still thinking about you. Good news that.

    Did 'slug' get wind of your news yet or are you going to spring that on him later? Just remember not to hurt him if he makes and stupid comments - at least until you have a new job.

    And happy birthday (for yesterday).
    Hopefully this is the start of a new exciting chapter that you can sink your teeth into and put a smile on your face.
    After falling off the gambling wagon (twice): £33,600 (24,000+ 9,600) - Original CC Debt: £7,885.91

    Dad Gift 6k ¦ Savings & Inv Tst: £2,500
    Loan 10k: £0 ¦ Dad 5.5k: £2,270 ¦ LTSB: £0 ¦ RBS: £0 ¦ Virgin £0 ¦ Egg £0

    Total Owed: £2,270 (+6k) 11/08/2011
  • chevalier
    chevalier Posts: 7,937 Forumite
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    Really hope that you boss isn't too down on you when he finds out you are leaving. Hope that you find some interesting work elsewhere. The world literally is your oyster so don't limit yourself to just the county you are in. And don't decide on a job, just cos it means you can stay at your mums....

    You have to choose a job NO MATTER WHERE IT IS that you know you will be happy in. It would just mean that the debts got paid back slower....

    good luck
    chev
    I want a job that is less than an hour driving away from my house! Are you listening universe?
  • beanielou
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    ^^^Whay chev says too, hun :)
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  • Agree with Chev and the others. Well done on making the decision Im sure it will pay off soon. A longer DF journey isnt always a bad thing.
    :j
    May 2013 new beginnings:j
  • urg123
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    Really chuffed for you Buffy. It's a whole leap forward. Glad to hear you are smiling again.
    Happy birthday for yesterday. :beer:

    Love

    urg x x
  • The worst news. After my decision to hand my notice in (and I said nothing to anyone!) my boss, has complained about me.

    Copied from Daily Chat.

    I am in big trouble at work. My boss has complained and I am now in "informal capabilities" - which basically means my boss can say what he likes and I have to disaprove him.

    Obviously this would go on my reference, so I cannot give my notice in until it is off my file - a half term apparently. Which is just great as I had just decided to give it in.

    I am in bits to be honest. my union guy is good but the whole school has gone mad. its crazy.

    I am going to copy this to my diary.

    see you all later xxxx



    I wish I could write more but I am pretty messed up. things have been !!!! for months and just when i thought I was going to cope this happens. I just, I am speechless.
    Nevertheless she persisted.
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,555 Ambassador
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    Awww Buffy dont let the little peeps get you dowm.
    Im away til mon,text if you want xxxxxx
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    Lou~ Debt free Wanabe No 55 DF 03/14.**Credit card debt free 30/06/10~** MFW. Finally mortgage free O2/ 2021****
    "A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of" Jane Austen in Mansfield Park.

    ***Fall down seven times,stand up eight*** ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger. ***Be the difference.***
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan.
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