Just got the word that starting tomorrow, I'm on what they refer to as "rotating layoff". Basically, I get a month off, the company files unemployment, continues paying my insurance, and I keep my tenure. After the month ends, I return, and the next round (3 people per round), takes their turn.

Very nice of them to do things the way they did, I guess!

More time to fish and smoke, I suppose, but the quality sticks will saved for better times.