Hi Blizzard. I really appreciate your reply. I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one dealing with these things. In order to provide reference to all who are following this thread, here's my Facebook post in its entirety, copied and pasted, not edited in any form before posting here. This is what started the firestorm that played out via texting, not on Facebook. I said very little to the offended party, as I didn't want my emotion to cause me to throw gas on a fire.
Hello friends and family. Jason here. I need to ask a favor. Lately, I am being asked on a pretty consistent basis to look at, repair, or install electrical components for friends and family. Please note, this post is not directed at anyone specific. It is a general post, meant for anyone who has an electrical problem they need help with from me. If I have helped you lately, or if you are waiting for me to help you, keep in mind that you are not the only person who has asked or is waiting. Rather, you are one of several who have requested help. Here's how you can help me. Bear in mind that the summer is very short. I am busier at work than I have ever been in my life. When I put my tools in the van at the end of a work day, especially on Fridays, I really don't want to see them again until the next time I am scheduled to work. I have repair and maintenance issues at my own house that I have been putting off. My employer recently sent me out of town for 3 days, where I worked 37 hours over those 3 days... in a very dirty, noisy, grueling environment. For my own physical and mental well being, I simply cannot assist with any electrical problems outside of my normal working hours at this time. If you need help with an electrical problem, you will need to run it through the company I work for, or call someone else, unfortunately. It is possible that I can be more available when work slows down in the Fall. During these short summer months, I would appreciate the ability to enjoy time with my family on weekends. My kids will be too busy for me before I know it, tied up again with school and work responsibilities. My family attends church pretty faithfully, which means 2 services on Sundays. While we love our church and the opportunity to worship there, it is often difficult to find time to rest on Sundays. That being the case, Saturday is the only day I have to unwind from the work week. What seems like a "quick simple repair" is most likely a minimum two hour investment for me. Most of you know I like to cook a little barbecue on Saturdays. This is one way I retain my sanity. However, if I am cooking barbecue, I have to stay near the house, obviously. I have tried to give barbecue to anyone who is interested, and everyone I've given it to has been so grateful. I love to see the smiles on people's faces when I hand them something that cooked for 4 or 5 hours minimum. I consider that a ministry, and I really enjoy it. My job that I do all day every day... is that a ministry, something I love to do outside of normal working hours? Not so much. Sorry this post is so long. If you've taken the time to read all of it, thank you. This has been weighing pretty heavily on me lately, as I really do like to help people. But I need a break from the daily grind, and quitting time has to be that break for right now. Thanks so much for your understanding.