I have to say it has been a long 21/2 weeks. It feels like I have been unemployed for 3 months. It was worth it though, I landed a great job with JP Morgan Chase today.
I have a whole new appreciation for those out of work involuntarily.
Best news - the T/A is not going anywhere. In fact, I got a signing bonus that will pay it off and leave a chunk left over (I think the mod bug is coming)