[Wednesday]

Thanks everyone. Thank you, Aaron!

Just one thing before I run off to work. Here are some of the courses offered in nearby schools. The ones that interest me are marked with an asterik.

Galveston College (2 year certs)

Biotechnology
Emergency Medical Services
Radiation Therapy Technology
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Surgical Technology*
Phlebotomy
Radiography*

UTMB (4 year)

Physician Assistant*


I don't know how long it would take me to actually complete a 2 year cert while working full time.

[Heineken]

I think a career change is a good idea, considering the occupational exposure of hairdressers to carcinogenic chemicals.

Make the change and clean out your system in more ways than one, Wednesday.

Choose an allied health care field that has a post-collapse future. Emergency medical services would be my choice. Once the system has collapsed, you'll be in demand as a sort of first-aid goddess.

Physician assistant is ambitious. It would be the best choice if you're willing and able to put in all the work and $$.

[Ferretlover]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Wednesday', 'N')o debt, No kids, No parents, No real assets

[CarlinsDarlin]

Wednesday,
Sorry to hear of what you've been going through. I have been through a divorce myself, and no, it's never easy. But, like others have said, I think you're actually at a point where you can make some great changes in your situation. Having no ties and no debt (not to mention no kids) puts you in a unique position. You can plan your way.

I agree, Houston would not be my first choice. I lived there for three years - it sure was fun then, but you couldn't pay me enough to go back now. Sit down, calm down, and take a look at your options - you can go anywhere. An eco village or another small town? Somewhere you know a few people who are of the same mindset? Come on up to AR - we need a few more PO aware people around here - and our area could use a decent hairdresser anyway
Kathy

[Ayoob]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Wednesday', 'T')hanks everyone. Thank you, Aaron!

Just one thing before I run off to work. Here are some of the courses offered in nearby schools. The ones that interest me are marked with an asterik.

Galveston College (2 year certs)

Biotechnology
Emergency Medical Services
Radiation Therapy Technology
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Surgical Technology*
Phlebotomy
Radiography*

UTMB (4 year)

Physician Assistant*


I don't know how long it would take me to actually complete a 2 year cert while working full time.

[Pops]

Hope your day went well Wed. Put away the stuff I'm guessing you bought and have a good evening.

Sorta like Red Green says:
We're pulling for ya.

[RedStateGreen]

Wednesday, I'm so sorry things have turned out this way for you.

Everyone's given really good advice. I think the medical course idea is a good one, even an EMT, phlebotomy or PA course is helpful. (Don't work as an EMT, they make less than hairdressers ... btdt )

[WildRose]

I remember when you were heading for BC. Time flies.

It's good to have you back, Wednesday!

Take things a step at a time. Any plans for a canine companion?

[Wednesday]

Hi Wild Rose

I left the US early in 2002, just months after 9/11. I've been back to visit family since then, but this is my first time working in the US in years.

No plans for a dog, my situation now wouldn't be appropriate for a pet. I am working full time and live in a rental. No idea where I will end up.

At this time, I am forming a plan. Almost all my plans require money so I'm just working day and night and squirreling it all away, lol.

I really want to do something about a more efficient car soon, my workplace is 30 miles from my front door at the moment.

[WildRose]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Wednesday', '
')
I left the US early in 2002, just months after 9/11. I've been back to visit family since then, but this is my first time working in the US in years.

[tick66]

look at the bright side things could be worse you could owe 17,000 on a single wide trailer on a lot in a trailer park that you paid $24,600 for 11 years ago. Have 2 kids and a wife and work in a Textile mill on its last legs. All along with over $18,000 in credit card debt. Just makes me tingly all over thinking about it.
Things could always be worse.

[Wednesday]

I have never carried much debt even before I was aware of PO. I was always quite aware that if I screwed up, there would be no bail out for me. So I've played it safe, all my life.

No kids, no debt, I just never felt like I could afford to screw up such important issues.

Work is too far away, I am interviewing tomorrow for a similar job much closer to home. I have decided to keep the van and avoid a car payment. I will be looking for a small motorcycle and studying to get a license for it.

Wish me luck tomorrow, I'm trying to get more local.

[Pops]

Good choices I'm thinking Wed.

The van is an asset, something different with a loan is just a liability.

Good luck - what we think about we become said someone.

[smallpoxgirl]

my $0.02...career wise...go for radiology tech. It pays pretty well. There's big time shortages of radiology techs so jobs are plentiful. If you get bored you can go back and do something more specialized such as a nuclear medicine tech, MRI tech, ultrasound tech, etc. Stay away from EMT. EMT's have a really tough job and don't get paid squat. I have friends that are EMT's and I am always appalled by how little those guys get paid. Take an EMT class later if you want for the skills. You can do it in the evenings once you have a job. Physician Assistant is an awesome job if you want to put in the time. PA's do most everything an MD does and they do it with 4 years of school instead of 12.

Cars....I'm a huge fan of the early 90's Saturns. I've got a 93 SC. I paid $1500 for it. It gets 33 mpg. Very reliable. Goes great in the snow(not that you're getting much snow in Texas.) Trade that gas guzzler van in and get a Saturn.

[threadbear]

Dig a man pit. Camoflage it, then place beer and erotica in the middle and wait. Purdy soon, you'll have yourself a brand new man!

Seriously though...break ups are rough, but isn't it great to be free again?

Just out of curiosity, why isn't Canada an option?

[kpeavey]

Starting Over is not such a bad thing. I've done it several times. Makes it easier to do the housework when the place is empty.

I start over to some degree later this year, dramatically changing my lifestyle. I'm trapped in a job I don't really care for, but the people are decent, even excellent, and the money is outrageous (wheelbarrel needed for the paystub.) I have a brain and intend to use the thing. Nothing wrong with using the brain. These days a good brain is hard to find. You should do well.

About a year ago a guy I worked with drove up a tree, messed up hs leg, was out of work for several months. It made a fine opportunity to pass out some aging food stocks, what with his 7 kids and all. But it left me short of inventory. I have rebuilt that inventory in a different manner that I am pleased with. Change is not necessarily a set back, think of it as an opportunity to be embraced.

keep the Faith

[tick66]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('Wednesday', 'I') have never carried much debt even before .

[Wednesday]

I did get the transfer and its been going pretty well. The money isnt really what I am used to, but I'm thinking a lot of people are seeing that in service industries.

I have an appt with admissions office. I definitely want some imaging skills like radiology and MRI, ultrasound. I'm also planning to get a Phlebotomy cert. I want to be able to start IVs and transfusions.

Things are moving along, slowly.

Thank you everyone for your interest and support.

[BigTex]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('smallpoxgirl', 'P')hysician Assistant is an awesome job if you want to put in the time. PA's do most everything an MD does and they do it with 4 years of school instead of 12.