It's the end of the world as I know it and I feel fine

My department is being restructured with the majority of my work going to my Director (who spent a considerable amount of time socializing, so I guess he needed something to do), which means that as of today, I do not have a job.  Many people are shocked and dismayed.  Other than the fact that my current income will end after a period of time, which sucks, I see this as a positive development.  I already have plans!

First, after I pick up my stuff later on this morning, I have a whole day to study for Stats!  And I feel good about it because I had an excellent session with my tutor last night and have a work plan.  One of my teammates put together an amazing set of cheat sheets for the exam.  I feel incredibly supported.

Second, I have given my girls' babysitter notice.  She has been wonderful about it and has offered to watch the girls if something comes up.  Again, I feel incredibly supported!  This means I am saving a few bucks AND I get to spend more time with my lovely daughters, at least in the short term.

School is my next priority.  After I nail the Stats exam, I am going to motor on my individual project, my paper on revenue forecasting, my HR paper, the Walmart case...

Then I plan to maximize the value of my outplacement package.  It includes things like videotaping me while going through a mock-interview.  The outplacement counselor said they have tons of jobs in their job bank, too.  It's all good!

At home, I will be working on the exterior landscaping.  Buy some dirt and try to find "bunny-proof" plants.  I bought an early-blooming heather the other day and the local bunnies have been dining on it.

I am also going to ramp up my training for Ottawa Race Weekend.

So, as you hear that I lost my job, fret not.  I know I will look back on this time and reflect that it was the best thing that could happen!