Jules. Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Some of you may know that hubby has been poorly these last 12 months on & off with his ME/CFS. It's come to a head recently & he is being made redundant from the middle of this month but he's in no fit state to seek work yet, having had another bad relapse which started in August. Things have been tight too moneywise as he only gets paid SSP & I currently work 2 days a week. I sold my last month to help us out. But, the mortgage repayment protector has come to the rescue yet again, but the income protection policy refuses to pay out as its an existing condition ( understandably) so we've just cancelld that one & will be £21/month better off now So its role-reversal time I recently asked my employer for full-time permanent hours & its been agreed form 1st November, & I'm currently being paid for the extra hours I'm working this month, too. In this day & age I presume its not usual for employers to up contracts to full time, & I'm very grateful. Had this not happened I was going to look for a part-time job elsewhere for the days I was not working at my present place of work. So I won't be around as much on here, & I am doing my last hen party next Saturday as I can't manage them & full-time work. I will be required to work Saturdays for 4 hours, that's the only drawback, but its not every Saturday & I wil get a whole day off in the wekk to compenate, so I can still take DS2 to school. I'll find out my Saturday rota soon, & I hope it won't clash with the Manchester Christmas markets meet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good Luck to you and yours Jules - a difficult situation for you both but what a lovely, positive, outlook I'm sure you'll make it work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurmurf Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Jules, it sounds like you've had a tough time recently and that the role 'reversal' may take a bit of getting used to - but best of Omlet luck with sorting it all out and lots of healing omlet love for your OH too! We'll always look forward to seeing you on here when you can make it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Best of luck Jules. I hope you OH's health improves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good luck and hope OH starts to improve soon - you know where we are should you need anything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good Luck Jules. I hope your OHs ME/CFS goes into remission soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good luck with all your changes and I hope DH comes out of his relapse soon Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 All the best Jules, and I hope that your OH will improve soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Well done for being proactive Jules I hope everything goes well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good luck with it Jules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 All the best Jules xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenNutter Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Jules, I hope things start looking up soon, make sure you still check in with us from time time wont you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Sending you all the best Jules and loads of Good Luck wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 My brother had ME for some 30 years - he reckons he is free of it now, although colds will still hit him hard, so I understand what you are going through. He was lucky to work for a very understanding employer and times were made available for him - flexi of sorts. When he felt good, he worked and built up enough time for days off when he was ill again. His sleeping times were kaput, so he went in early and came home to sleep in the afternoon and by adopting a certain routine in that way, he was able to adapt and recover gradually. At least by the change your OH will get the rest that he so badly needs to recover. Takes time, but light is at the end of the tunnel as long as he doesn't overdo it. Sending you all hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 You sound very positive about it all, sending lots of love and positive vibes to you both xxxxxxxxxxxxx hope the transition goes smoothly and that your OH starts to feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henriette Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 With all good wishes to you and your job and your OH and his health. Your positive attitude will surely be rewarded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 (((hugs))) to you Jules xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Oh lots of love to you both, hopefully having some of the money pressure taken away will enable your OH to rest and get well again. Well done you, a big change, don't forget us on here and I really hope it all works out well for you both BeckyBoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 You sound so positive and upbeat, well done . I hope it all works out for you - you deserve it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Well done Jules, sure you'll cope well. Come and destress on here. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 So sorry to hear that you have had such a tough time. I hope that you get back on your feet and that your OH is well again soon. All the best and lots of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good luck with the full time work and I hope your OH feels better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 All the best to you all - do let us know how things are going when you get a minute. Thinking of you lots, Cathy and girls x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clur Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Just adding my best wished and congratulations on gettong full-time work. Hope your husband is well on the road to recovery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Good luck with the full time hours Hope your OH feels better soon. Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
