Did I catch the funk?

As is the case on most mornings, I was running behind this morning on my way to work and was thrilled to get a great parking spot relatively close to the elevator. I thought to myself this is going to be a good day, but that sort of changed as I descended in the elevator. Not only did I hit every floor on the way down to my building, but everyone who entered the elevator looked so angry. I decided to play a little game and smile and say hello to everyone. I passed 6 people on my way in and not one person acknowledged my smile or hello. So what's up folks?

I was talking with a colleague about this because she mentioned something similar in her office. She thought that the economy might have everyone in a funk. Who knows? I can tell you that because of this economy, I am having to do more with my job because we cannot afford to hire an executive director or assistant. Therefore I am overwhelmed with the amount of work that I have to do with no extra pay. I love my job and actually enjoy the work, but I am stressed out -- stressed out the point that when I got to my car this evening, I finally broke down a cried.

Please tell me I am not alone. Also, I am curious to find out if you see areas of your life which have changed due to the state of our economy? What are you cutting back on? How has it affected you?

I would love to know that I am not alone, so please share your story if you have time.