Originally Posted by jp4m2 (Post 1171309)

That's so nice of you thanks......My son got his first job in an automotive factory a few months ago & is making pretty good money (that's a big plus) , so he's elated, unfortunately good jobs are few & far between around here ( I guess it's everywhere) so there's a lot of attitude when it's brought up, believe me we don't bring it up , he's been working for two months & I've only told my one sister, my MIL who lives in the same town, doesn't even know .... I knew my son was not destined for collage, it just wasn't him, I'm ok w/ that, it's not for everyone,so I was a little worried for him, this has been a blessing for him...I have told him to keep the job but look into skilled trades training at school for a Journeyman's card, down the road it may come in handy...the second proud moment was he went to apply for a truck at a dealership ( we didn't think he had much of a chance w/ only two months work under his belt & very little credit at this point) but it went through, all by himself, he was elated....he only told 5 people & only two where positive remarks....he felt bad....he didn't seek these people out to brag they came to the home & asked who's truck...I felt bad for him....this is his truck...

Originally Posted by Ozzie'sperson (Post 1171398)

There's a quote about a friend doubling the joy and cutting the grief in half ... to me, that's what a real friend does.

Good friends -- especially using that criteria -- are hard to find. That's one of the reasons I guess I am still so astounded by YT. So many truly kind, caring, and just plain ole nice people in one place.

Tell your son congratulations! He has plenty to be proud of. It's a shame that more family can't share in his joy.

Originally Posted by YorkieMom55 (Post 1171902)

My dad graduated from HS and became a Journeyman. He designed and built the machines that the auto factories used to make the parts (crankshafts) for the cars (in the 60's & 70's) I was so proud of my daddy. I took a tour of a Ford factory once and saw my dad's machines with the name plate of his factory and his initials on it. He also loved trucks.
That's not just a new truck...:cool: ...it's a :chicken: magnet!!!!

That's wonderful news, thanks so much for sharing with us. You must be so proud of him.

Originally Posted by jp4m2 (Post 1171998)

Your Father was clearly a very smart guy..I think sometimes the blue collar guys don't get the credit they deserve for the hard work they contribute to the work force...;)

Originally Posted by jp4m2 (Post 1171558)

You guys awe awesome to open up to a stranger & give your personal stories that can be so painful & have complete understanding of each others hurts....I almost cried when I logged on to read some of these...it's terrible when we almost have to apologize for something good happening in our lives....It's a little weird to feel you have friends but yet we have never met, it feels good :) ...Thanks guys...sometimes it's the similarities that help us form bonds ;)