[chat] Back to work!

[usa2k]

After 18 months or so of an Automotive Industry slump, I am back at my old company with full credit for seniority (That means mostly my 5 weeks of vacation time! Plus a 1 week paid shutdown between Christmas and New Years.)

I believe the US market is starting its upswing. From my 28 years in this industry, build shops and suppliers usually lead the economy by a year or so as Automotive retools for a fresh surge. At least that is my experience - we slump sooner, and start climbing sooner.

Just thought I would share.

[burris]

Good news for the economy....but...the best news for you..

Good Luck..

[Russell]

Congratulations. I'm sure the past months were incredibly difficult.

[usa2k]

Difficult - yes

I was taking classes and trying not to go stir crazy.
I'm CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certified now.
There are a few more I will pursue - time permitting.
I also took some college classes.
The IT Training was paid courtesy of Michigan's No Worker Left Behind program.

Things are looking up
The wife was working, so I had benefits during that time.

Thanks for the well wishes everyone!

[stevech]

And I'm trying to stop working and retire, or semi-retire!

[bwyatt]

Good news usa2k! Thanks for sharing!

[usa2k]

Its been great getting up at 5AM every weekday!

[voxabox]

usa2k, congrats!!!