that sucks! what a rotten time lay people off...
it's a sign of the times - more and more businesses are going under. not that it will make your situation any better - but I don't think you are going to be alone - it is going to get worse before it gets better.
I"m starting to think I shoudl invest in drugs and alcohol - because as this economy gets worse, the only thing to bet on is that people will want to get high/drunk to avoid the reality that is the US economy...
the budget may be tight - but somehow the people on food stamps and welfare always seem to have money for cigarettes and booze...
keep your chin up and don't give up. something will turn up.