People I know are starting to get laid off from their jobs. Frankly, I’m expecting to get the same talk any day now, or at least someone in the studio getting let go. My department hasn’t had much (if any) work for the last couple of months, and with three of us tenured in that department something’s got to give.

In addition to a friend in Chicago, a local good friend’s husband was recently laid off. She says they’ll do fine, that they’re in good shape and is optimistic about finding new employment, but it’s still a little scary.

While our gang of friends try to get together for a brunch whenever we can (and is not often), we were planning for this Saturday afternoon. With the recent news, and everybody’s financial belt tightening, instead of going out and spending money on brunch I’ve decided to serve brunch at my place. Hopefully this will be more cost-effective for everyone involved.

I spoke with Franklin last weekend while I was contemplating hosting this and he had a great idea for quick quiches instead of me making omelettes for everyone. Some potatoes, fresh fruit and maybe some muffins and I figure that should be a pretty good spread. Add to that mimosas and bloody marys and we’re good to go!