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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Some might view me as a “flop”.  I went from a DC Public School education to Yale, and then earned a PhD from a university that had one of the top programs in my field.  I worked for over 20 years in a high-risk, public service oriented environment. During this period of my life I ended up being a primary caretaker for elderly family members.  I’m now unemployed and looking for challenging, interesting work that is not emotionally draining in the ways that my previous jobs and caretaking have been.  Although I’m glad that I made the decisions that I have made, I’ve loved my career, and I’m grateful that I was able to support and advocate for my family, I’m also not in a good position right now.  Decades of emotionally demanding and even exhausting responsibilities can do that, and job hunting after an extended career break comes with challenges.  [/quote]

You sound like a truly loving and intelligent Human being who has enjoyed meaningful success and made meaningful sacrifices.

Best wishes for your job search. [/quote]

Thank you! Truly! [/quote]

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