please pray for me

[Ryan Pultz]

OK i know this is off topic but I am in a little of a bind the stress of work has been adding up working 66 hours a week and on top of all the my mother may have cancer of the liver and I cant take off work to go visit her in California. Any way i got told buy my boss if there was one more screw up on my shift it was going to cost me my Job. any way i have a three year old and a wife to take care of not to mention the Fishing addiction. so if you all could just creep one on up to the big guy in the sky for my thank you very much. God only know what will happen if i loose my job in the economy

[Fishalot]

I thank you for the privilege to Pray for you. Any time Ryan.

Fishalot :smile:

[NAUTI-NOTIONS]

Maybe he's trying to tell you life is to short to spend it in such a stress filled enviroment. and loosing the 66 hr. hell hole might be a blessing. sometimes bad things turn out for the better, so with that said
I pray for:
your boss apprecates your effort
your family stays healthy and happy
your wife supports you
you don't get caught on the board during work hours.
and most of all "A GREAT YEAR OF CATCHING"
what ever your quary.
Sam

[FM2]

Ryan,
I can understand how sometimes life seems futile and not balanced. At times God displays signs around you that point a different direction and sometimes these are not so obvious. Try to put aside the stress of the situation and focus on the most recent events you have been experiencing and the picture may become clear. Only God knows the plan of where He wants you to be and as long as you remain Faithful and Trusting, God will provide you the answers.

I will pray for you brother!

[Nanook]

You and your family are in our prayers Ryan.

Rick

[Threemuch]

Sorry to hear about your troubles Ryan. Things can only get better!

I should have my boat in a couple weeks, then we can go pray together...at the church of the bent rod!

[Pilar]

Yes, go to church. Stress relief is a big winner. I also find blues music helpful. Don't take this wrong Ryan but attend at least one AA meeting before convincing yourself that your situation is desperate. Some of the stuff you hear there will curl your hair and your troubles will seem less troublesome.

As I heard once when a friend was threatened with termination ... he said .. 'I was looking for a job when I found this one!' OK, well I thought it was funny.

My condolences for your Mom, I hope that she is OK. Hang in there man.

:rolleyes:

[Doubletake]

Ryan, my family will be praying for you and your family. There is no better counsel than that which comes from the Word of the Lord.

Psalm 16:7-8
7 I will praise the LORD, who counsels me;
even at night my heart instructs me.
8 I have set the LORD always before me.
Because he is at my right hand,
I will not be shaken.

Take care

Doubletake

[Tacklebuster]

Ryan,
Sorry to hear about problems. When it rains, it always seems to pour. Try and concentrate on the problems that are within your capabilities to fix. Let the good Lord handle everything else. Sometimes his plan is wierd and hard to understand but it ultimately is his plan and is for the best. Forget about the economy (out of your control.) If your boss fires you for something, you will find another job. This may sound strange but if I had to be job looking, now is not a bad time cause this spring it will be busy. Forget about what people are saying about the economy, Fact- the unemployment rate is lower than it was back in 92 or so when things were "great times". You will support your family because there are always places looking for good people no matter how bad the times are.
As far as your fishing addiction, I couldn't imagine any other addiction as healthy for the soul as the one you have aquired. Find peace and tranquility on the water. What ever happens, happens and that's the way it goes. You will be in my prayers tonight at the dinner table. Keep your chin up and your head high brother, better times are ahead.

[Cutter]

Ryan, Let me start off by saying this Trust in God, all you have to do is ask him. I was in kind of the same spot this last spring. My job was more than stressful, too much to talk about but this had a lot to do with me blowing up at family members on my vacation last summer, all I wanted to do was fish, just a little bit. I found out my dad had the start of prostate cancer, lots of stress. I just sat down one night and ask God for his help. Almost immediately I got an answer at what I should do. I was transfered to a new division about 2 months later, leaving behind all my friends that I had gone to college with and really the only people I knew around here, at the time this was a real bummer. Let me tell you this, the new job, I'm a super star, so much so I have been promoted and I discovered iFish. My dad is doing much better and is improving. Everytime I ask God for his help, which is a lot of the time, I always recieve an answer. TRUST IN GOD. I will pray for you and yours tonight. Isn't it great to have such a cool relationship.

[Fishin Magician]

Ryan what kind of work do you do?????????? I work with hundreds of companies who are looking for good people.
John

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[bajaspecial]

Ryan...my thoughts are with you and your family.

Mid December I was terminated from my job because I told other employees that the owner was deducting hours from my timecard without my consent or knowledge. I had been biting my tongue for almost two years...I was getting paid good, 3 mile commute. So all the BS I had to put up with was nothing compared to when I found out he was stealing from me. I had found out later that I wasn't the only one he'd done it to in the past.

A week later my first daughter was born. So, in essence it is truly a blessing in disguise...I get to spend all this time with her I wouldn't have if I hadn't gotten fired.

The bad part is it's a tough job market out there. I have 14 years experience in what I do, and there's 30-40 other people out there looking for the same job I am, and they're willing to accept much less than I am. One job I filled out an app for on the Hotjobs.com website had over 300 replies!

My advice...do what you have to do to make it work. Bite your tongue, be happy you have a job, and wait until that opportunity arises...it will!!

I want to branch off a moment and talk about the cancer if you don't mind. I was in the Nature's store the other day and noticed these books on the shelf. They were titled "Sharks Don't Get Cancer" and "Sharks Still Don't Get Cancer"

Here are links...

http://www.powells.com/cgi-bin/biblio?inkey=7-0895295202-2

and the sequel:
http://www.powells.com/cgi-bin/biblio?inkey=16-0895295202-1

Has anyone heard of this and if so is it worth the effort?

Also as I was looking for the link to the book I found this article...didn't have time to read it all, but looked interesting...

http://www.healthy.net/asp/templates/interview.asp?PageType=Interview&ID=181

Good luck to you Ryan. As by the way, I haven't been fishing in almost 3 months, so when you get the opportunity, let me know and we'll both get the lines wet.

Scott

[Doc Spratley]

Ryan,

I, too, have been working long hours & high stress. I'm working to reduce both because I'm realizing that family must come first. Make sure that your family and your mother are your highest priorities. Trust in God that everything else will work out. If you lose the job, I am confident you'll get another one. Seems like there are plenty of people on this network willing to help you out. You're in my thoughts.

[Alligator]

Ryan,

First I have to say, may God bless you!

Second to each of you that has replied to Ryan May God Bless you beyond measure.

Tonight as I right this my wife studies Gods word with her Ladies' bible study group in our living room. I'm confined to my office.


BE gracious to me, O God, be gracious to me,
For my soul takes refuge in Thee;

And in the shadow of Thy wings I will take refuge,
Until destruction passes by.

I will cry to God Most High,
To God who accomplishes all things for me.

He will send from heaven and save me;

He reproaches him who tramples upon me.

God will send forth His lovingkindness and His truth. Psalms 57

In Jesus, My prayers are with you!

Les Smith //// Alligator
call me anytime.
631-7184

[blacktail]

Ryan,

You are in my prayers.

Mike

[Mr.Kitch'nPass]

Ryan:
This is Mrs. Kitch'nPass. Dave and I read your post and just wanted you to know that you are also in our thoughts and prayers. We will also say a special prayer for your mother. Remember that God will always make a way when there seems to be no way. If you need anything please email us direct. May God bless and keep you and your family.
Brenna and Dave

[letsfish]

what a great bunch,great support guys! But what an awesome God, trust in Him solely, He will walk you through this.
You are also in my prayers and thoughts.
Get excited things are going to happen and for good! Jim

[Smily]

Hi Ryan,
I know sometimes words don't help the feeling of being overwhelmed. However, you did a great thing by being bold and just asking for prayers. We all need to pray for each other specialy when in need like this. There is something I keep in mind when I get ovewhelmed and that is in
John 16:33
I have said this to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."

God Bless

:smile: Smily :smile:

[fishchaser]

Remeber God only gives you what he knows you can handle. Chin up. It will all work out in the end. Good luck

[cannonball]

Ryan, I was in your exact position in 1995, my mom was very sick and work couldnt have given me more **** . Here's my thoughts:

Things will get better, they cant take your birthday away and your family loves you.

After much suffering waht got me through in the end was this idea:
When at work, work hard and concentrate on what is at hand. When not at work forget about work and concentrate on quality time with your family. Also never forget to allow a bit of time for yourself and what you enjoy.

[Navigator]

Ryan:

May God be with you and your family. I will keep the right thought for you in my prayers.

[Ryan Pultz]

Thank you all for your words and prayers of encouragement I really did need to hear them. God will work things out this I know and sometimes life deals us a hand that seems like its to big to handle but I have gotten through it so far and I will do so again. I just want to thank each and every one of you for the prayers God bless you all.

Fishin Magician:
I work in an office right now I am the Administrative assistant to the C.O.O.(Chief Operating Officer) And also wile I am at my desk I dispatch at times ten drivers. Kinda like an over glorified secretary. I am very computer literate and type about 40wpm you name the computer program and if I don't already know it I can learn it in no time.

Threemuch:
Just give me an email we will hit the church I have to warn you as of know I work a lot but always get one day a week off.

[Seefood Man]

Hi Ryan; Nice folks here, uh. You can ask a fishing question and get one or five or even 15 replys. But ask for a prayer, and I'm sure this will turn into a three pager. Ryan, I will be happy to include you and your family in our daily prayers, but please be aware calls to Heaven from Colorado are $10,000 a minute, calls to Heaven from Oregon are a local call. :smile: Besides, lately I feel the line has been busy every time I've called from here. You might have a better chance getting thru from where you are. All our best to you and your family Ryan.
Sincerely Pete & Nancy Grace

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[CATCH AND EAT]

Ryan, we got you covered bro. Prayer is a powerful tool and can provide great strength. Hey pray for your boss, he needs it too. He may be under more pressure than you know about.

God bless

Bernie

[Jennie@ifish]

Our prayers are with you too!
Hang in there, please!
God will get back to you, I promise!
Jen

[Pilar]

:smile: :grin: :wink:

[SandyRiverFisher]

Hey Ryan,

Im sorry to hear about your troubles and thought you should know that your not alone. I have two kids, a one year old and a four year old. I have spent the last five years working to support them and put my wife through school, while at the same time dealing with my wifes extreme high blood pressure and other health problems which caused my second boy to be born three months premature, so he too has severe health problems of his own.

Having been there myself my advice to you is to find a new job, any job. Once you have a prospect or two put in you two weeks with your current employer. Its always interesting to see just how understanding they become when faced with losing a good employee, I know, I have been there as well. Whats most important is supporting your mom. Even if it means taking a lower paying job to do it, just be confident that you will bounce back. Chances are that once you threaten to quit your current boss will accomodate your need to support your mother, and you might possibly get a raise out of the deal, who knows! 66 hours a week is too much anyhow, you need to spend more time with your wife and daughter. As for the fishing addiction, just get out and enjoy the water when you can. Dont stress out about it when you can't. You've got to roll with the punches, things always work out in the end, just be carefull not to neglect your family along the way. Nothing is more imprtant than family.

[BigSpinner]

Hey man hang in there, you and your family are in my prayers.

Jeremy,

[JPSFISHY]

Ryan, I don't go to church, I lost my folks at a young age. Too young. I sure missed out on a lot of things, that alot of my friends over the years, have taken advatage of. With the help and support of very dear friends, they have not only helped to keep me afloat all these years, but they have helped me to realize the "positive " side of the time I had with my folks. My folks, and my friends have made me who I am. Loosing my 20yr job 2 years ago was crushing and unexpected. I didn't have time to plan. You do.!!! You have family!!! Love and be thankful!! You have alot to be thankfull for. We all do. Try to focus on all the positive things you have in your life. It's hard to do. I know!

[Hog One]

Ryan

Your family will be in our families prayers.

Keith

[Sliderite]

My prayers are with you and your mother. Keep a positive attitude.

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[David Johnson]

Ryan,

You got my prayers too budy.

Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;in all your ways acknowledfe him, and he will make your paths straight.: