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earthworkerHonestly, my comments are only meant to help you. The truth is I and many of the la’s laid off with me are on the brink of losing everything. We barely make our mortgages and put food on the table. The longer this depression goes on, the more I realize that it is nearly impossible to support a family and work in this industry. There is no consistency with our profession. Every 7-10 years or so you have to start over somewhere new. This could mean moving where the job is. It’s hard to do when you have a house, wife and kids which means you are stuck where you have put down roots.
The industry is great if you are young, have no house, spouse or children. You can move anywhere you want and work for low pay. But if you ever want to settle down, this profession will be a liability. Don’t get me wrong I love what I do/did but it has not been kind to me. It will take from you as quickly as it gives.