Tough times/ Bad Economy

sea_n_ski · 10-18-2008, 04:59 AM

Let's face it most of us are summer residents and spend a weekend here and there the rest of the year. We have always made it a point to do as much business as possible int he lakes region because we love it so much. I always fill up when in area. We buy things local to keep the businesses alive. We even go up to Mills Falls to do our Christmas shopping.

I just had the trim painted on my hours and the painter had no work. I felt bad, so I had him paint the main areas inside. Although it wasn't a big job, it made his day.

We always wait until we are around Meredith before we eat out or buy anything.

My point is if we don't support these local businesses they won't be there when we need them. Its got to be rough on the people who own businesses around the lake. Let's face it, regardless of what all the experts say good or bad, we are all tightening our belts and spending less.

We need to make sure when we support our local merchants. Spend the extra buck at the local hardware store instead of going to Home Depot back home.

This thing will turn around eventually. Until it does, those of us that are seasonal residents need to do everything we can to support the lake economy. Otherwise it will become a ghost town.

SAMIAM · 10-18-2008, 09:45 AM

Good for you Sea n Ski.....I'm with you there.Rarely go to a big box store.rather get great service for just a little more money....recently got new computers at Lakes Region Computer in center Harbor and got great service.Try calling Staples if you have a problem.

KonaChick · 10-18-2008, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by sea_n_ski

Let's face it most of us are summer residents and spend a weekend here and there the rest of the year. We have always made it a point to do as much business as possible int he lakes region because we love it so much. I always fill up when in area. We buy things local to keep the businesses alive. We even go up to Mills Falls to do our Christmas shopping.

I just had the trim painted on my hours and the painter had no work. I felt bad, so I had him paint the main areas inside. Although it wasn't a big job, it made his day.

We always wait until we are around Meredith before we eat out or buy anything.

My point is if we don't support these local businesses they won't be there when we need them. Its got to be rough on the people who own businesses around the lake. Let's face it, regardless of what all the experts say good or bad, we are all tightening our belts and spending less.

We need to make sure when we support our local merchants. Spend the extra buck at the local hardware store instead of going to Home Depot back home.

This thing will turn around eventually. Until it does, those of us that are seasonal residents need to do everything we can to support the lake economy. Otherwise it will become a ghost town.

I do agree with what you're saying and my husband and I try to do the same thing, however some "local" businesses have priced themselves right out of people's wallets. Anyone been to Jackson Star lately?? I don't think it's the summer or weekend people that make a difference so much but the year round people who have to pay the inflated prices all the time. They are the ones leaving to drive to Concord, Tilton, Conway to do their major shopping. The price gauging has got to stop if (some) local businesses want to stay competitive and thrive IMHO.

sa meredith · 07-29-2009, 11:26 AM

Well, as the starter of this thread, I felt it appropriate to post this.
On August 31st, the owner of the business I have worked for the past 21 years, will lock the doors, and will not be opening them on September 1st, or ever again.
A lot of blood, sweat, tears, and ass kissing as I climbed the ladder over the years. And now, to be kicked right off the ladder...oh well.
We certainly hung in there as long as we could, but in the end, the family owned business just can't go head to head with the superstore when it comes to big ticket items. Think "Home Depot" vs. "The Neighborhood Hardware Store".
So now I am a victim of the economy...but when one door closes, another opens...right?
Now, about those boat payments, fees for valet service, and the annual lease on the land for camp....

Irish mist · 07-29-2009, 12:28 PM

Terrible news. I hope you find some work quick.

LIforrelaxin · 07-29-2009, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by sa meredith

.......So now I am a victim of the economy...but when one door closes, another opens...right?......

Sorry to hear this, and I am sure it will not feel like it now, but in the end things do always happen for a reason.... I have been laid of twice in my career and both time, after a little struggle to get back on my feet have realized it was the kick I need to get myself going in a new direction.....

Hopefully things will fall into place for you best of luck

tis · 07-29-2009, 05:41 PM

I am very sorry for you too sa and your boss and your company as well. It is so sad and scary what is happening to this country! Is your company in NH?

eillac@dow · 07-29-2009, 06:44 PM

SA, I too feel very bad for you. It is a shame.

Things do happen for a reason and they will get better. I worked for the Gillette Company for 21 years and was let go about 2 years ago. I was able to take a year off and and have now been employed for 1 year.

I wish you the best.

VitaBene · 07-29-2009, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sa meredith

Well, as the starter of this thread, I felt it appropriate to post this.
On August 31st, the owner of the business I have worked for the past 21 years, will lock the doors, and will not be opening them on September 1st, or ever again.
A lot of blood, sweat, tears, and ass kissing as I climbed the ladder over the years. And now, to be kicked right off the ladder...oh well.
We certainly hung in there as long as we could, but in the end, the family owned business just can't go head to head with the superstore when it comes to big ticket items. Think "Home Depot" vs. "The Neighborhood Hardware Store".
So now I am a victim of the economy...but when one door closes, another opens...right?
Now, about those boat payments, fees for valet service, and the annual lease on the land for camp....

SA that is really terrible, I wish you the best of luck in finding a position that will allow you to enjoy the things in life that you have worked hard for.

Like you, I have been through a few downturns in the economy. One of them ended up pushing me toward a new career. I hope it works out for you as well.

Best wishes

Skip · 07-29-2009, 07:59 PM

Let me add to the list of those expressing sympathy for your plight, and the demise of the local business you devoted so much of your life too.....

Its truly ashame to read stories such as yours, and it really jumps out at you when it happens to one of your friends, even though our friendship is internet related. It truly personalizes and puts a face to the mind numbing statistics that I read daily on-line and in the print press.

I wish you the best and am sure you will come out stronger in the end....

Skip

hazelnut · 07-29-2009, 11:46 PM

sa that is a bummer! Whereabouts do you reside full time. I'm not sure if you mentioned that to me. Might as well start networking right here on the forum. Ya never know who knows someone who knows someone....

Perhaps a job as a book reviewer is in order... You've done well by me that's for sure.

BTW, I'm finished with #3 and moving on to #4 in the series. Thanks again!

10-18-2008, 04:59 AM	#1
sea_n_ski Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Atkinson & Meredith, NH Posts: 45 Thanks: 2 Thanked 7 Times in 3 Posts	You have to support the lakes region Let's face it most of us are summer residents and spend a weekend here and there the rest of the year. We have always made it a point to do as much business as possible int he lakes region because we love it so much. I always fill up when in area. We buy things local to keep the businesses alive. We even go up to Mills Falls to do our Christmas shopping. I just had the trim painted on my hours and the painter had no work. I felt bad, so I had him paint the main areas inside. Although it wasn't a big job, it made his day. We always wait until we are around Meredith before we eat out or buy anything. My point is if we don't support these local businesses they won't be there when we need them. Its got to be rough on the people who own businesses around the lake. Let's face it, regardless of what all the experts say good or bad, we are all tightening our belts and spending less. We need to make sure when we support our local merchants. Spend the extra buck at the local hardware store instead of going to Home Depot back home. This thing will turn around eventually. Until it does, those of us that are seasonal residents need to do everything we can to support the lake economy. Otherwise it will become a ghost town.

07-29-2009, 12:28 PM	#5
Irish mist Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 686 Thanks: 128 Thanked 85 Times in 49 Posts	Terrible news. I hope you find some work quick. Last edited by Irish mist; 02-27-2011 at 11:49 PM.

07-29-2009, 07:59 PM	#10
Skip Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Dover, NH Posts: 1,615 Thanks: 256 Thanked 514 Times in 182 Posts	Best of luck.... Let me add to the list of those expressing sympathy for your plight, and the demise of the local business you devoted so much of your life too..... Its truly ashame to read stories such as yours, and it really jumps out at you when it happens to one of your friends, even though our friendship is internet related. It truly personalizes and puts a face to the mind numbing statistics that I read daily on-line and in the print press. I wish you the best and am sure you will come out stronger in the end.... Skip

10-18-2008, 09:45 AM	#2
SAMIAM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 2,911 Thanks: 337 Thanked 1,687 Times in 593 Posts	Good for you Sea n Ski.....I'm with you there.Rarely go to a big box store.rather get great service for just a little more money....recently got new computers at Lakes Region Computer in center Harbor and got great service.Try calling Staples if you have a problem.

07-29-2009, 11:26 AM	#4
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	The end! Well, as the starter of this thread, I felt it appropriate to post this. On August 31st, the owner of the business I have worked for the past 21 years, will lock the doors, and will not be opening them on September 1st, or ever again. A lot of blood, sweat, tears, and ass kissing as I climbed the ladder over the years. And now, to be kicked right off the ladder...oh well. We certainly hung in there as long as we could, but in the end, the family owned business just can't go head to head with the superstore when it comes to big ticket items. Think "Home Depot" vs. "The Neighborhood Hardware Store". So now I am a victim of the economy...but when one door closes, another opens...right? Now, about those boat payments, fees for valet service, and the annual lease on the land for camp....

07-29-2009, 05:41 PM	#7
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,767 Thanks: 754 Thanked 1,462 Times in 1,018 Posts	I am very sorry for you too sa and your boss and your company as well. It is so sad and scary what is happening to this country! Is your company in NH?

07-29-2009, 06:44 PM	#8
eillac@dow Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Dow Island & Weymouth, MA Posts: 365 Thanks: 295 Thanked 94 Times in 48 Posts	SA, I too feel very bad for you. It is a shame. Things do happen for a reason and they will get better. I worked for the Gillette Company for 21 years and was let go about 2 years ago. I was able to take a year off and and have now been employed for 1 year. I wish you the best.

07-29-2009, 11:46 PM	#11
hazelnut Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,348 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 508 Thanked 462 Times in 162 Posts	sa that is a bummer! Whereabouts do you reside full time. I'm not sure if you mentioned that to me. Might as well start networking right here on the forum. Ya never know who knows someone who knows someone.... Perhaps a job as a book reviewer is in order... You've done well by me that's for sure. BTW, I'm finished with #3 and moving on to #4 in the series. Thanks again!