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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm the OP. I was surprised to see this thread revived, but I'll post an update: My DH finally found a job. It's in his field, it's interesting and has growth potential. He likes it a lot better than his old job. The big catch: the pay is about 30% lower than his old job, so we are struggling financially. He found the job through his network, so that finally worked out. He just went in, had four or five interviews in one day, and was offered the job. After all that struggle, it almost felt easy, just like in the old, pre-crash days.

I'm laying the groundwork for a new career. I hope to start earning money in the next year, which is realistic. For those posters who wonder why a SAHM in her 50s is not working, well, you are completely ignorant about the job market, especially for those over 50.

I wish this story had a happy ending, but DH is not happy, even though he likes his job. We now have financial insecurity that we never had before, and DH feels uncertain that he'll ever make as much money as he made before, and is still depressed that he can't make enough to support our family. Once I start earning money, he may feel better, at least that's my hope. But I'm still a long way away from earning a living. [/quote]

Good for you setting your sights on a new career, OP.  i am rooting for you and your DH![/quote]

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