I'm way past tired of passing judgment on these situations, all I've got to say is, people had better start adapting to the "New Economy" or die/do drugs/be an alcoholic.
MUCH easier said than done with 4 kids and very young ones...
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I can't comment on this guy's overall schedule, but if the RIP and possible hours(?) or the more flexibility of being at home gives him some more free time, why not try and pick up some odd jobs that could make a bit of extra cash?
Won't replace the loss probably unless he learns a new skill, but sure beats sitting around and feeling stressed/sorry for yourself