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Across the Board Apology to my respected fellow MQers. sm - ververyoldMQMT

Posted: Nov 30, 2010

First, I suppose I have come across here in a tone that was bitter and hateful. I ask forgiveness for that. Now, to tell me I am wrong for venting my hatred (wow, where did that come from) and venom on here was extremely hurtful to me. I have read many, many, many posts here on this board; which is meant to be a place where we can share and vent supposedly without recrimination and some empathy. And there are many who are also long-time employees who have serious medical and financial hardships that they can do nothing about. The so called 800 number for help, are you a supe or suit That 800 number is totally useless. I have used it before.

Our government has a lot to do with not being able to get medical coverage. I hope Schmidt down below is lucky enough not to have to suffer such hardships. Would it be nice for MQ to have some sort of plan where we part-timers could get a group coverage, of course it would. But, that is not going to happen. All benefits have been taken away, but I still remain loyal here.

As I said, I have gone somewhere else when I have lost power or my computer crashed just to do my job. This in addition to a serious, and I do mean very serious health condition, as well as my husband who is on disability and extremely critical right now.

All these things happened this past 2 weeks, and then of course the normal NJA on holidays.

If I appeared to be spewing venom, then I sincerely, with every ounce of my being apologize. The tears are flowing from me now. Are u happy Schmidt?

I'm Confused - MT

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I am so sorry, but I'm confused. You said you wanted to come here without recrimination and some empathy. You don't want empathy? I sincerely emphathize with you, whether you are wanting it or not. Best of luck to you.

re: very old - OMG

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Oh pleeeease! tears flowing?? You did get ugly and mean below. It's like you can "dish it out, but can't take it"!

It seems that you read posts on here often, so you should be aware that there are MANY MT's in your situation, but that doesn't seem to stop the majority for giving help to a fellow MT or answering a simple question graciously!

How about just drop it all, there is nothing informative or constructive in this conversation. the OP just wanted info about downtime, not a scolding.

Just my 2 cents...

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