Unemployment Brings Opportunities

In the last 24 hours, I talked to two good friends who are losing their jobs. I can relate. I lost mine at the end of October. As usual, I told them how sorry I was...that it is very scary and daunting. But on the flip side, it's amazing how the old adage, when the going gets tough, the tough get going. One of my friends is looking at his job loss as a chance to start a brand new career. He is really excited. The other has decided to go solo, and start her own company. She is looking forward to working from home and seeing her kids more. Both these people have long roads in front of them. Both have new worries and mortgages that must be paid, but I can't help but feel their renewed sense of purpose and energy. I can't help but think had they not lost their jobs, they might be doing what they don't want to be doing for another 20 years. Adversity often brings new opportunities, just waiting to be grabbed. I find myself in the same position. Money is tighter, but I look forward to the day again. I am painting and writing again. Now if we can just keep our mortgage's current, maybe we will find a new happier road in life. Maybe it's just another insight to Americans as survivors.