['I was very disappointed that I was let go of a job I had had for years', "I'm sorry to hear that. Did they give you a severance package? Also, Do you have prospects for a future position?", "They did provide severance. I wasn't sure what to do but felt that things would work out"]
At least they did that much for you. I'm sure you'll land on your feet. You seem like an optimistic type
I lost a job I had for many years. I wasn't sure what I would do, but I felt things would work out