Russ has been working for Union Pacific for 13 years. We have always considered it our retirement job; good benefits, pension, decent pay. This has always been our plan, but now we’re not so sure. In addition to Russ losing his foreman position about a year and a half ago, they have been closing shops like crazy, & just 2 weeks ago, they laid off 47 guys in the shop. That’s over 60% of their workforce... and just 3 weeks before Christmas! We have been heartbroken for the families that have just lost their livelihood, some of them are friends of ours. Russ made the cut, but we can’t help but wonder for how long, this doesn’t exactly instill confidence in the company. We’re praying about what to do so I guess we’ll see where the Lord takes us, but we’re sticking it out with UPRR unless we feel directed to do otherwise. With all of the layoffs, Russ' schedule changed, he has Sundays and Mondays off on day shift...DAY SHIFT! We haven't had that in 13 years! I used to hate