Posted by jay on February 20, 2005, at 7:42:01
In reply to Re: Oh sweet miracle .. » jay, posted by Toph on February 19, 2005, at 14:35:40
> Thanks for clearing that up, Jay. I meant what I said in congratulating you on this new development. And, to be honest, I might warn any of my children if interested in social work, that there are plenty of other honorable careers where one can provide a service to others. You must know how suffering, abused, ill and disadvantaged people can wear a person down after a while. Of course then there's how fabulously wealthy we have become in this profession.
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> TophHey Toph. Thanks for for the kudos on a hopefully down-the-road romantic relationship.
As far as work goes, well, I really lucked out, as I work for an agency that provides everything...excellent benefits, a great powerful union, top of the line wages, and even a really good private pension plan. And you know, I was just thinking about this and your comments on advising kids to stay away from social work. When I first started when I was 18 or so...I really could have cared-a-less about anything. That went right up into my mid 20's. At 35, with all of my (or most of, anyhow..heh) mental health issues being treated, I am very confident in myself, in what I do (not saying you aren't), and I lucked into a postition which has a great benefits package; union strength; top-of-the-line wages; and a private pension plan...which is rare for *anyone* these days.
So, really, I am just a lucky guy.
Now I've got to build on that, to make me even stronger. How about you...are you happy with your job, and/or are you looking around for other things? Please let me know...thanks.
I really appreciate your support...
Jay
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