Officially unemployed

[mrmustang]

So, after working 80+ hour work weeks for the last 5+ years building up our MAACO business it was very surreal to watch it all being auctioned off for pennies on the dollar after losing our lease. Just over 9 hours ,my emotions were strangely in check as item by item was sent over the auction block, some going for more than I would imagine, other larger ticket items going for far, far less (my $80,000 paint booth selling for $2,500 as an example). As they say, one door closed, another yet to be opened Believe it or not, I'm going to miss it, even with the trials and tribulations of owning my own business. The customers(good and bad), daily interaction with my employees, negotiating with my suppliers, inventory, payroll, taking care of the building, equipment, property, etc. Even dealing with the out of state landlord and her own unique quirks. Have a few more days of clean up to do at the shop before I hand the keys over to the landlords representative, mostly clean up and such. Yet no doom and gloom, we (Deb and I) are of the mindset that everything happens for a reason, so now, I guess I have to decide what I want to be when I grow up, and where we want to do it. Deb and I, from time to time, have talked about moving to an area with just three seasons, but for now we'll stick with where we are and not make any rash decisions this time around. Discuss our options, and move on with our lives.

Thinking of maybe finding a building (if I knew of an up and coming area to purchase one in) to convert to multiple living spaces, maybe have a nice set up for Deb and I (with room for the cars ) rent out the rest and live off the income..I can dream, can't I :cool:

Have a great day.....


Sincerely,


Bill S.

[carbon fiber]

sorry to hear that man. if you're serious about relocating, check out charlotte, north carolina. it continues to grow even in this economy. there is potential for a business here painting cars. people around here are motorsports junkies. hope things look up for you and your family. cf

[Gumball]

We will keep you both in our prayers.

[skullandbones]

If you are of that mindset, I would say you are just waiting your next adventure that hasn't happened yet.

My wife and I met at a technical school in Delaware and ended up as lab partners and then scheduled (independently) a side trip to an arboritum. We were the only two. So ended up married a year later. She is also a strong believer in everything has a reason.

So I wish you luck on whatever that adventure will be down the road. WEK.

[mrmustang]

If you are of that mindset, I would say you are just waiting your next adventure that hasn't happened yet.

My wife and I met at a technical school in Delaware and ended up as lab partners and then scheduled (independently) a side trip to an arboritum. We were the only two. So ended up married a year later. She is also a strong believer in everything has a reason.

So I wish you luck on whatever that adventure will be down the road. WEK.


Thanks,


Bill S.

[Vman7]

Bill, Sorry to here about your business :( I know from all the posts you have made over in the other forum, people know who you are, and they might just know someone who needs what you can offer. So just hang in there, I know it can be daunting, I have been unemployed for a very long time.

Not sure if you believe in God or not, but for me God is a big part of my life, and He always has a reason and a plan. Sometimes we just go through these times to help build good character.

Like Skullandbones' wife said "...everything has a reason".

So I would like to just encourage you to hang in there and stay postive :)

David

[blueoval_bowtie_guy]

Bill,

The metric tap and die set I bought at your auction on Saturday is missing a tap. Can I return it? ;)

Steve