That just plain ol' sucks! I feel so horrible for you. there will be a better job out there for you. Your boss is such a jerk for not letting anyone know, even though I am sure you suspected it just alittle it sounds. At least you get to have some time off, in NYC of all places! For time #2! I STILL didn't make it there, so better luck next year. Oh, and I am picturing your doggie all dressed up for christmas, he looks so cute! And I will raise a magical magarita to your and Sinead's appletinis. Grrr.... we should all take today off and meet up in NYC, that would be fun! If only I could...