Hello everyone,
Not sure how to start today's post.
I have been out of work for near a week now, but knowing I will return to work on the 10th of December. Only to become temporarily unemployed again on or around the 23rd of December.
I am feeling somewhat stir crazy. Wanting to do SOMETHING. So...I made some pumpkin rolls. The peppermint / gingersnap turned out really tasty.
I received something in the mail from the 'unemployment' agency. My claim was denied. Apparently, they didn't receive a copy of my DD-214 ( My certificate of "release or discharge" from active duty ) even though I faxed a copy of this form two days after.
I fought through calling the 'automated' fricking system they have and got pretty frustrated. I would almost prefer talking to someone that doesn't quite comprehend English.
What did I do? I re-filed my claim and actually got to a screen in which I could voice my opinion. I calmly typed " how many times do I need to submit a copy of my DD-214" and asked them plaintively, please have a human call me if there are any questions.
I feel for anyone....especially my fellow Veterans' who have had to deal with unemployment. Please leave a comment....as this will help me address the issue when I become President in 2016.
Have a great day, and fantastic weekend!
Trevor M Dodge
HI TREVOR,
ReplyDeleteJUST THOUGHT I'D GIVE YOU A COMMENT ABOUT THIS SUBJECT. SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR HASSLE WITH UNEMPLOYMENT. I'M STILL UNEMPLOYED FROM HOME DEPOT AND MY UNEMPLOYMENT RAN OUT 1.5 MONTHS AGO. RIGHT NOW I'M LIVING ON SAVINGS AND A PRARE AND TRYING FOR SSI DISABILITY. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS AND GOOD LUCK.
FRIENDS ALWAYS, LARRY MCDOWELL
Thanks Larry,
ReplyDeleteCan only imagine how frustrating it would be to have to deal with the unemployment office every week to file, then knowing that your time is up. I remember back when they were going to extend benefits...not very comforting in a stagnant job market. Merry Christmas to you and yours also! Hoping things look up for you too.
Friends always! Trevor Dodge