I just want to go somewhere. I don't mind working. I would like to just join, or move in somewhere like a monastery, foriegn legion, forst fire fighter, oil rig worker, antartica etc.\n\nI'm 43, professional, healthy, multi-talented\n\nAny ideas?
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Hmmmmm.  You should go down to Mexico and build a small resort in Baja maybe half way down.  Nothing big .... just enough for maybe a half dozen travelers.  That would be really cool...obviously you never could own the land but I'm sure it would be a worthwhile endeavor.
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As with anyone post your resume.  I am 54 and considering entering the job market again.  I personally don't think it's feasable right now.  Monster.com is an excellent place to check hot jobs.  Good luck and may God Bless.
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After years of moving around advancing my career, I finally decided to "Marry" a company and settle down for the long haul.  Like I told them during my interview, I was interviewing them far more than they were me as it was my intention to retire here.\n\nI'm being groomed for my boss's job who's own retirement will be in about 5-6 years.\n\nI have a beautiful fiance and thus far, my tenure here is looking pretty good.\n\nIn five years, I see myself in my first home, married to my beautiful Stacey and running my department.  I'm looking forward to having the roots that I've had to keep unearthing at the expense of the career.  Now, I've put my time in and can settle back and build the longevity it takes to become a Senior VP at one the world's largest corporations.\n\nOh yeah, it's coasting time Baby !    ;-)\n\nP.S. --\n\nVery thoughtful question.  Thanks for the opportunity to share.
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simply because one wants to lead a better life???\nother than a 5 room HDB govt apartment;\nToyota Vios;\noccasional holiday to Bangkok / Hong Kong;\nwork in a dead-end job where you are weary about retrenchment...report to a boss...who in turn reports to his/her boss;\nor even if you've attained management level and yet earn a meager $5-7k / mth\n\nTHAT's why we'd run our own business...big or small!\nbe your own boss.\n\nget involved in a successful organisation (preferably a public corporation) that itself is involved in the 3 Power Trends driving the world right now:\n- the Internet\n- products used by the "Baby Boomer" population\n- & true GLOBAL Distribution!!\n\nhttp://www.teaminmotion.net/guest.html\n\ncheck it out and email me (click Nick on left)\n\nyour time spent on it, may set you up for a long time to come.\n\ni'm the only one in sg involved at the moment...& legally.\njoin in Early for endless possibilities.\n(in fact, many countries/states are virgin markets!)
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Perhaps immigration may be an interesting possibility? \n\nHave you done much travelling? Maybe you could take an extended vacation and do some sight seeing? \n\nAre you interested in opening a shop or a pub or maybe selling things online? \n\nIf you're open to a really radical change, you could consider fostering children, on a short or long term basis :) Or fostering animals! \n\nHave you got any ambitions that you might like to fulfil, such as writing a novel? \n\nGood luck to both of you, I hope you can find something to enjoy!
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Both are going to be a bit difficult, although not impossible.\nWork, it depends upon your qualifications and your abilities. It may be tough to find an office job. Corporate america is a bit discriminatory in this nature, as they do not particularly like highering anyone above the age of 50. Generally the stereotypical notion is that they are behind the times and near retirement. I know the government has stepped in to try put an end to this, but how effective they've been is anyone's guess. However, with this in mind, there are still places that you can work. Should you decide to (without wanting to sound like an ass) there are the big grocery chains, drug stores, etc. They're always highering, like i said it just depends on your qualifications.\nI'm not quite sure where you would need to go to find love, keep your eyes open in the town that you move into, look for events in and around your town. Those are the best places to meet people, chances are theres plenty of people in your shoes and you'll find somebody.\nAll things considered, none of what your wanting to accomplish is impossible, will just require some effort and determination. Best of luck to you.
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My word.  That is a lot of people and stress.   Is it possible for you to move into a place away or maybe down the road form your relatives, just to get you out of the chaos?  There are usually places that offer low/reduced rent for fixed incomes.   Maybe your children can do things to help around the house so when you come home you have some peace and don't feel like you have to race around and clean, cook, do laundry etc.  Good luck.
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If I were you...i would plan on taking some friends and renting a house... there really isnt that much going on...its a GREAT place... very remote...there are a few little places..but you'd have just as much fun...cooking out and having a few brew ha ha's at home!
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Remember that a 'good' job will change over the years.  Find what you love now... and do it.  When you're 40, 50 that goal of the perfect job will definitely be different.\n\nHaving a lot of $$ is nice, but it is NOT happiness.
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Hey, agno -- here's a news flash for you, baby!  Shouldn't you be in class right now, learning to read and write? Geez, I don't know which is worse -- your stupidity or your illiteracy.  \n\nI'll tell you something for free -- I don't know a soul who gives a rat's ass who wants to stay in the stone age and who doesn't. My theory is -- you want to live in a mud hut and drink muddy water while your local tribal council chooses not to dig a new well, or build a school, then you feel free to stay right where you are.  Anyone who wants to get up and walk out of the dung heap and try for a little fresh air is welcome to do so too.\n\nYou wouldn't be squalling if your ass was stuck over there in the mud. \n\nDamn shame you live here and you can't even be bothered to take advantage of the opportunities laid before you -- like learning to write.  Damn, your comments are about the most discombobulated I've seen in days.\n\nMaybe you'd like a free ride over there. I'd wager someone out there would pay your ticket.  \n\nSo, why don't you get with the program.  Run along to school now, and leave the big talk to the grown-ups, okay?
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Have you taken your search online?  Investigate your options.  What would make you happy?\n\nBecause of your dis-satisfaction with your current situation, your thinking may be temporarily "stuck" there.  You may be unable to see your possibilities.\n\nTake the time to explore what would be interesting and fun for YOU.\n\nYour age is not an issue.  There are NO limitations except between our ears.\n\nCreate your life and Go For It!\n\nBest of Luck to YOU!
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It was disheartening to read your question, because it sounds like you're really down on things - I sure wish I could wave a magic wand and make all your problems go away.\n\nWhat I can offer is my experience as someone who has moved all around the country - particularly much earlier in life. My dad was a corporate troubleshooter, and his company would move him from city to city where this division or other was having problems - his job was turn things around and then move on to the next crisis. At one point, as a kid, I moved 7 times in 10 years - think of all the schools and new classmates that involved! As an adult, I worked for a while as a college professor, moving from university to university until I got tired of that route. So I've been there (and there and there and there, and I can sympathize.)\n\nThat having been said, sometimes there are difficult realities to life - and the road doesn't always take you where you want to go. Or at least not in a straight line. I don't know what it is that your husband does for a living, so it's difficult for me to understand why the only jobs available to him are in West Virginia. I can certainly understand that it's a tremendous culture shock for you to move to a really, really rural community, but if it's really true that the only jobs for him ARE in West Virginia, then I guess I would have to salute your husband for having the character to pick up and follow the money. I'm going to assume that he's motivated to earn a decent living by his responsibility to his wife and daughters - so I'm thinking he may well deserve a lot of credit for recognizing his needs.\n\nThere is no magic money tree that can get you back to Texas, and again, I don't know anything about your job skills and where the opportunities exist for you. Perhaps the best approach for you would be to take advantage of whatever opportunities you have to pursue additional schooling that will qualify you for more positions -maybe your chosen field will provide more options for you in Texas, and your husband will find it desirable to move back to Texas where YOU can earn a good living.\n\nMoves are difficult things, because they uproot us from everything we know and our entire comfort zone. A very famous psychology theory from the 1960s speaks of the most stressful events in the average person's life, and how those stressors can impact mental health. As you might expect, moving/relocation is one of them (others include divorce, death of a family member, jail, loss of a job, etc.) If you're interested in reading more, read about the "Holmes Stress Scale".\n\nThere is nothing at all unusual about feeling completely lost and out of place in a new situation and a new environment and the only thing that can possibly ease that stress and pain is to be patient and give yourself time to adapt. We truly are amazing at adapting to new environments, but being the homebodies that we are, it always takes time - for some people and for some environments, it just takes longer than others.\n\nI also don't know about the nature of your relationship (and your daughters' relationships) with your husband - if you're close, and this move is driving you apart, the sad reality is that going back to Texas without him is going to introduce a whole new set of challenges to your lives, not the least of which would be the financial ones.\n\nMy best advice to you is to find a sympathetic ear nearby - I know this may seem impossible, but there must be a neighbor or a religious leader or a community service program or a job counseling service or any number of other caring individuals who can help you adjust. Since you didn't indicate if you're working at the present time, I can't necessarily recommend volunteering, but if you're not working, that's an excellent way to meet people and become a welcome part of a new community. If you're not working, and you
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Go outdoors and LIVE among God's Works...\n\nPeace be with you!
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Don't know why you would have trouble finding a partner, sounds like it would be a great trip to make. The 2-3 month part would probably limit you to retirees or someone self employed. Advertise on radio and the papers.
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Well I don`t want to work too, but it`s not always what we want... Most of us just do it for the money you know... May be you just have to try and find something you like to do, that won`t take all of your time. That way you`ll have the time for deserved moments of laziness and traveling.
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It depends. If your work wants you to move there, then no. If you have to leave, go to a place you always wanted to live. I wish I moved to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. Don't let anyone dictate to you where you should live. Live life on your terms!
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ok gwen, my first suggestion is for you to spend some time first in the area you are thinking about moving to, both in summer and winter (the longer the better). secondly, ask yourself is this for investment or retirement. And lastly,forget my first two suggestions, instead pour a glass of wine (california vintage of course), go out on your patio and face west towards the sunset. There is your answer.