Robben Ford Discussion

Ruedy · Member Joined: 21 Mar 2005 Posts: 30

Man, that's a bummer, JohnnyZ.

I got layed off end of May, 2 weeks before my 50th birthday, after 22 years at the same place (well sorta, we got bought out by a corporate giant) so I know what you're feelin'. But I'm back at work, at the same place. (The wolrd's goin corporate.)

Even more of a bummer to sell your axe but your sentiments regarding the reason shows your love of the music.........Are you SURE you want to do that?

JohnnyZ

marinblues · Posted: Sat Oct 15, 2005 1:17 pm Post subject:

Johnny,

I am really sorry that you have lost your job. I know how you feel. Stay positive and optimistic as you usually are, and something will turn up.

Your Baker is beautiful.

Marin
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bluesman · Senior Member Joined: 28 Oct 2003 Posts: 219 Location: UK

Hi Johny,

I’m very sorry to hear bed news but I’m sure very soon things will get better.
No worries about guitar – everything is replaceable in life except life.
I wish you all the best.

JohnnyZ · Posted: Sat Nov 12, 2005 3:18 pm Post subject:

Got a wonderful offer in this afternoon's mail (I was told to expect it), and I will be starting my new job on Monday morning! Not bad- only 5 weeks without work, considering the last time I was laid-off, 6 years ago, I was out a whole 10 months. People, I'll tell you, working in high tech industries in Massachusetts can be financially rewarding, but after 30+ years working in this region, including 4 layoffs, I know the meaning of job security- if you didn't get the pink slip on Friday, have a great weekend, and hope for the best in the upcoming week! Laughing

Hopefully, this job will keep me employed for a very long time, especially since I've just turned 50. I'm the type of person who throws all loyalty to the company. One thing that I was told by the CEO of this company is that, they value their employees' personal time off, especially with their families. Imagine that! Put in a hard day's work, and go home, have supper with your family, and enjoy yourself!

Anyway, I want to thank everyone here in this forum who've expressed support and encouragement during my "down time". Believe me, you've kept my spirit up. I will never forget.

Oh, and, what a way to start my new week- going to the Blues Review show on Sunday night! Definitely must be a good sign!

And, once again- thank you all. I definitely want to party with each and every one of you!

Later,
JohnnyZ
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UncleSalty · Posted: Sat Nov 12, 2005 6:18 pm Post subject:

That's great news, Johnny! Congratulations! Are you still going to sell the Baker?

Cheers

Salty

BlueRunner · Posted: Sat Nov 12, 2005 6:56 pm Post subject:

YEEEEEE-ESSSSSSSS!

Congrats, JohnnyZ. Hope the new job turns out to be all that you've hoped for, fun challenges and interesting times.
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roadwarriorfortheblues · Posted: Sun Nov 13, 2005 10:51 am Post subject:

Congratulations JZ ! Wishing you lots of success at your new job.

"... A company that values their employees' personal time off, especially with their families".... You must have found a job somewhere in Europe !?!?
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frank0936 · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 6:58 am Post subject: Congrats!

That's great news, JZ. I know you'll be a great asset. I wish you luck with your new job. Have a great week!
Frank

AndyR · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 11:09 am Post subject: Great news JZ...

Congrats, JZ !!!! Very Happy

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JohnnyZ · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 3:31 pm Post subject:

Thanks again, everyone. The posts are much appreciated, and some even quite humorous!

RoadWarrior- great response about my new job being in Europe! But I'm pretty sure I didn't say that I had 6 months vacation each year... Laughing

AndyR, you had one helluva great music weekend!

JZ
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JohnnyZ · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 3:36 pm Post subject:

What the heck- while I'm here, I want to ask about an upcoming show in my neck of the woods this weekend- Tommy Castro. I recall seeing his name in several, even many, posts in this forum, but it's been a while. I'd like to see some convincing to go see his show...

Thanks,
JZ
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roadwarriorfortheblues · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 3:47 pm Post subject: Tommy Castro

JohnnyZ · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 3:59 pm Post subject: Re: Tommy Castro

Ian Hurtt · Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2005 8:12 pm Post subject:

Just caught up here, great to hear the news! Cool