Day 2, 3 & 4

I am kind of enjoying no work responsibilities. I actual forget that I am unemployed for hours at a time - I think I am making progress. I received confirmation that I was eligible for unemployment, which was a relief. I was not nervous that I would not qualify but that I did the process wrong. It is amazing, I have rolled out global programs and done some incredible things in my career and was challenged on how to enroll for unemployment compensation.

So I took my daughter to a one of those places where your kids crawl around in tubes 20 feet off the ground with other dirty children. At first I panicked because there is no way of knowing if they are safe unless you climb in the structure. Yep, I did that once, never again - I realized at that moment I was claustrophobic and potentially stuck -- but yes - I digress. Anyway, I found myself talking to other parents and avoided at all cost any discussion about my employment situation. I can't say it to other strangers - I can't say I am "unemployed." I tried to be Ms. Happy by stating I think the situation in Michigan was turning and there was hope. Unfortunately, I was speaking with a cynical dad who began a history lesson on the economy from the great depression. He did not see it like I did. Let's just say his glass was half empty.

Realization 2 - Don't talk economy or politics with grumpy daddies. And I need to say it - like an alcoholic. Hi my name is ____ and I am unemployed. The first step to recovery is acceptance.