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What is your zip code?: 77365

What is your industry or field of interest?: Accounting, Administrative/Support, Financial/Insurance, Human Resources

How Many Children Do You Have?: 3

A little about yourself...: I have been working since age 14yrs. I recently relocated from Michigan to Texas due to the insurance company i had been working for, for 8yrs closed down my department. My goal was to come to Texas and get back into auto insurance but, things didn't go as planned (i have really tried). Since i been here, I've worked at a bank for 6 months and now I'm a claims assistant working in workers comp. (totally different from auto ins.). I been with the comapny for 1 1/2yrs. I recently had a baby, he's now 5 months old. I had complications due diabetes i didn't know i had during my pregnancy. I was put on bedrest when i was 6 months until the end of my pregnancy, which enabled me to receive STD (60% of my regular pay). After, the pregnancy i had more complications and the doctor's kept me off work and the STD went into LTD just about 2 months ago. Well, my doctor is releasing me back to work 12/27/09 but, for the month of December i will have no income because the disability company feels that i am no longer disabled. To top it all off, i recently seperated from my BF for 8 1/2yrs because he decided he didn't want to get married. I just moved from a big home to an apartment with no income to pay rent, buy food or pay bills. I really didn't not expect to be denied my LTD benefits, they paid me 1 check the end of Oct. So, that's why i am here on your site. I need to really find work, guidance and myself again because as of now, i don't have none of that. Thx

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At 6:21pm on February 12, 2010, Katherine Billionaire Brown said…: WOW Karen, My heart really goes out to you! I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God Loves You!

At 11:21pm on January 18, 2010, Terry Starr said…: Hi Karen,
I wanted to know how things are going with you? Have you been able to find support here and hopefully a real solution to help you on your journey...let me know.
Best,
Terry, Co-Founder, Bfly

At 8:05pm on January 17, 2010, Shanah S said…: Hey Karen:

Touching base with all. Checking also to see if you are in the market yet for health coverage. Let me share with you the benefits of our health coverage vs traditional insurance. I would like to offer up some testimonials too.

At 10:34pm on January 3, 2010, Nike Morakinyo said…: Hello Karen, woa, I was in your shoes at one point in my life but girlfriend, thank God for my Mary Kay business, it really took me to the next level, I used to work in corporate America, but I tell you there is nothing compared to what I do now. You keep all you make, you have girlfriend time with positive minded people, women that wants more, women that has a vision and women that dare to dream BIG.
I love what i do, i was even able to quit my job to do my Mary Kay business full time!. It's my best Christmas ever with my children. If you want, we can talk over the phone.
you can also check out my website at www.marykay.com/nmorak
this is the Best thing that has ever happened to me, it may sound crazy but can you believe that women make over $100,000 in one single month in Mary kay?

At 2:41pm on January 3, 2010, Shanah S said…: Hey Karen:

I hope that all is well for you. Have a great week? Please stop by and comment on my blog soon.

At 5:42pm on December 20, 2009, Shanah S said…: Hey Karen:

I haven't seen you online in awhile. I hope that this means that things are getting better for you and your family?

Have a great week? Please stop by and comment on my blog soon.

At 10:11pm on December 6, 2009, Julie Cohen said…: Karen - You're welcome. Sounds like you're taking some great steps. Continuing your networking is really important. Maybe you can look for a group of local women in the same situation as you and share childcare support. Would be great to get support and connections so you know you're not alone.
Best,
Julie

At 2:18pm on December 6, 2009, LTM Awakening said…: I hope all going better for you. Hang in there, continue to count your blessings.

LTM

At 11:17am on December 6, 2009, Shanah S said…: Hey Karen!

How are you doing this fine Sunday morning? I am getting ready to begin my morning and wanted to touch base with all of my friends today.

I especially wanted to seek you out this morning to see how the job / career search is going. Have you made a decision yet about whether this opportunity will suit you? We have a gift for all new IBOs this month good till the end of the year. Please call me @ 800-246-0469, leave a message and I will call you back to discuss it.

If you prefer to just be a member you can cover your entire household for $39 a month. It is affordable. We have plans less than $20 a month also. Let me help you Karen. Some medical coverage is better than none. I am using the advocacy program that will help me lower my child's knee surgery bill significantly. Glasses that normally cost $150+, cost $14 with this plan. We can help you and your family.

At 6:32pm on December 4, 2009, Julie Cohen said…: Hi Karen - Sorry to hear about your situation. It must be very difficult dealing with your health challenges, personal issues and your work situation. I hope you are feeling better. Sounds like you are able to get back to work. From your profile, you said you were not able to get work in auto insurance. I want to commend you for finding the position as a claims assistant. Although it is different work, my hunch is that you were hired because you have transferable skills - skills from your past experience that could be applied to a new position. If you are still running in to problems finding work in auto insurance, you'll want to look at related industries where your skills can be used. What other types of insurance companies can you work for - health insurance? life insurance? What other experience do you have that can be applied in other positions and other industries? Finding a job can feel like a full time job. I'd encourage you to research companies in your area in businesses that are related to the experience you have. Also, be sure to let everyone you know in the are that you are available. You'd be surprised that a friend's friend may know someone in need of your experience and help. I would also look for local organizations that help single mom's find employment. You can do web searches for 'job assistance' in your geographic region, or even look in your local Yellow Pages under "Job" or "Career." I hope this helps and at least gives you some ideas on a few next steps. Let me know if you have other questions. Best, Julie - Butterfly Career Coach