topic Re: Carolyn in Community Chat

Carolyn

Kachina624 — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 04:07:03 GMT

Doesnt appear to be grieving. No red swollen eyes. In fact, she looks happier than we are. Good for her! Soldier on, Carolyn, good for you.

Re: Carolyn

Kachina624 — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 04:10:42 GMT

This is from her new Facebook page. Since it's a private page, not public like the QVC page, it's possible you must join Facebook to view it.

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on the bay — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 04:21:49 GMT

I'm not on facebook but I was able to see all of her post and comments from others with the name of her page carolyngracie1 facebook, thanks to some posters info here.

I am not able of course to post on it.

I would have to join facebook.

It was nice to see. I thought her eyes looked very puffy. Maybe she had been crying.

I think with all her fans she will really enjoy all her continued interactions. It looks like a good start!

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mspatmac — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 05:16:02 GMT

Gave up Facebook years ago and have no intention of activating it again. As much as I like Carolyn I won't be following her, nor do I follow any host. Our interests are not the same but I wish her the best in whatever she does.

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Linmo — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 05:26:17 GMT

She looks great. Maybe this is her way of letting everyone know that she's OK.

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Venezia — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 05:49:06 GMT

I just had a quick look at it. From the comment she posted 3 hours ago, I'd say it's pretty clear her being let go was unexpected. Talking about the support shown helping to sooth her heart and soul after "the past few days".

But then that's what I'd expect a big corporation like QVC to do; no drawn-out procedure. Just a "please come to the office" and "we won't be renewing your contract". It would definitely be a shock to the system.

(But I also wouldn't expect her to post any photos of puffy, red eyes - she'll want to put a brave face on it and get on with her new life.)

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wifey2qt — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 10:43:47 GMT

She is living her best life!

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Caaareful Shopper — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:24:22 GMT

@Venezia Right. There's not much doubt that they both left at the decision of QVC, not at all a retirement decision.

This excerpt is Dan Hughes posting on his personal FB page this morning:

"The sheer number of people who have responded to my termination from QVC has been overwhelming."

Seems he wanted to say that loud & clear.

Dan also said he has talked to Carolyn at length and they both feel similarly in that they will stay very active and move on from this.

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PINKdogWOOD — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:36:10 GMT

WHAT??????????????????????????

Am I reading these correctly??????????????? Both Carolyn AND Dan have been "let go"?????????????????????????????? I am blown away at this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Two of the BEST hosts they have left here among a number of newbies through the last couple of years. The seasoned hosts would alway take a new host under their wing for some time, apparently corporate feels this isn't necessary anymore. Wow, this is really too bad.

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Mindy D — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:40:55 GMT

@on the bay wrote:
I'm not on facebook but I was able to see all of her post and comments from others with the name of her page carolyngracie1 facebook, thanks to some posters info here.

I am not able of course to post on it.
I would have to join facebook.

It was nice to see. I thought her eyes looked very puffy. Maybe she had been crying.

I think with all her fans she will really enjoy all her continued interactions. It looks like a good start!

@on the bay @She's not wearing makeup or false eyelashes in the photo. Maybe that's why. She has hooded eyelids. I never noticed this before.

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Another new name Sue — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:53:11 GMT

@Kachina624 thank you for posting this. I'm not a Facebook member and don't wish to join, but it's nice to see her smiling face and know that she's moving on. I have never followed anybody, but I would consider following her if I were a Facebook member.

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shelbyshelbyshelby — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:58:41 GMT

Carolyn , of course she is hurt and she should show some emotion .

She will be missed and she will in time have a better life .

Her hair appears to have been cut and it looks good . Not all people can wear long hair . My hair looks good very short .

Time heals all wounds .

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blueroses47 — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 15:02:38 GMT

Carolyn was no doubt shocked and upset to be let go from her job, especially if she had no indication of what was coming. Who wouldn't be? But she seems to be a person who has her priorities in order. She's of a certain age, she's had serious health issues, lost close members of her family, etc. So, I think after the shock of it, she's going to be just fine, as is Dan Hughes.

All the hosts who have been let go seem to be doing just fine.

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Venezia — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:24:59 GMT

@Caaareful Shopper - What is Dan using as his page name? Not sure if that's what it's called, but someone told us what Carolyn was using and that's how I was able to read what she'd posted.

I'd be interested to see Dan's full post. To my mind, he was the only male host they had who dealt with all the home improvement, sports, etc. shows. I wonder who'll do those now. I bought quite a few things from his shows over the years (tools, ladders and such) because he demonstrated things and knew what he was talking about.

I noticed that Carolyn said she was no longer able to interact on her QVC FB page, even though it's still up. Of course, QVC wouldn't want her (or any other terminated host) to be able to say anything unapproved on their page.

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50Mickey — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:43:56 GMT

@Venezia wrote:
@Caaareful Shopper - What is Dan using as his page name? Not sure if that's what it's called, but someone told us what Carolyn was using and that's how I was able to read what she'd posted.

I'd be interested to see Dan's full post. To my mind, he was the only male host they had who dealt with all the home improvement, sports, etc. shows. I wonder who'll do those now. I bought quite a few things from his shows over the years (tools, ladders and such) because he demonstrated things and knew what he was talking about.

I noticed that Carolyn said she was no longer able to interact on her QVC FB page, even though it's still up. Of course, QVC wouldn't want her (or any other terminated host) to be able to say anything unapproved on their page.

@Venezia His page is Dan Hughes. There are a couple of other Dan Hughes on Facebook, but just look for the one with his picture.

Re: Carolyn

Venezia — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:57:53 GMT

Thanks, @50Mickey , but for some reason I'm not finding him. I'll just check in here from time to time to see what others post. I don't do FB and don't particularly want to start.

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geezerette — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 17:27:20 GMT

@Venezia wrote:
Thanks, @50Mickey , but for some reason I'm not finding him. I'll just check in here from time to time to see what others post. I don't do FB and don't particularly want to start.

@Venezia

Dan's new page is not yet public, so if you don't belong to Facebook you may not be able to see it. I'm not sure how that all works.🤷‍♀️

He is working with someone to get a better page soon. He and Carolyn both have been overwhelmed by the responses they've gotten.

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Reever — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 19:29:09 GMT

@geezerette wrote:
@Venezia wrote:
Thanks, @50Mickey , but for some reason I'm not finding him. I'll just check in here from time to time to see what others post. I don't do FB and don't particularly want to start.
@Venezia

Dan's new page is not yet public, so if you don't belong to Facebook you may not be able to see it. I'm not sure how that all works.🤷‍♀️

He is working with someone to get a better page soon. He and Carolyn both have been overwhelmed by the responses they've gotten.

he is not savvy with technology or computers so perhaps his wife can set up the free account. Carolyn looks wonderful and will miss her dearly in the garden. To my knowledge she was one of the few who actually enjoyed gardening, seems like most of them hire people to do it for them.

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Trailrun23 — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 20:36:21 GMT

It is common that the longer you have been with a company,the more likely you will be let go as you approach the time you might be eligible for benefits. It is unconscionable that so many employers do this. Am not saying this was the case in Dan and Carolyn's departures, but if I were the other longtime hosts, I would be looking over my shoulder. If Q thinks these moves will bring in younger customers, they are badly mistaken, and time will show them that.

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paixmcdao — Sat, 04 Mar 2023 21:37:59 GMT

@Venezia wrote:
Thanks, @50Mickey , but for some reason I'm not finding him. I'll just check in here from time to time to see what others post. I don't do FB and don't particularly want to start.

https://www.facebook.com/dan.hughes.33/