Over the past two months, I have had some flare ups that have caused me to be out of work. Along, with that I have had some problems with my 15 yr old that has also cause me to be out of work. The two coupled together has accounted for 3 days out over the last month. I have exceeded my vacation and sick time for the year. The work has started to slow down here and my absence does not pose a big inconvenience. However, I am concerned that if this continues when time comes to start cutting I might be amongst the people cut.
Just needed to get that out. Now, I'm done with it. I do know that my trust is in God and He has promised me that my needs (have to remember not wants) will be met.
Thank you both for you help. Although, FMLA is a great alternative; unfortunately I can’t afford not to have an income coming in. I am a single mom. It’s just me and my children. I’ll hold on as long as I can. But if it has to become a reality then it has to become a reality.
Thanks again. After I posted that last comment, I felt like I was whining. I don’t know that I am at the point yet where I may qualify for disability. It’s just when the flare ups hit I feel so bad. I’m better today. THANK GOD!
Hi Aleida,
I’m sorry you are having pain and it is interfering with work. We all know that feeling. I was fortunate to have plenty of vacation and sick time. Maybe you will be able to find the right combination of medicine that will curb the pain. I wish you the best and I’ll pray for you. Even though we have our faith, it is still difficult to understand.
Liz