First ladies, I would like to thank you all, not only for your positive support, but, also for the terrific posts to the questions... 8)
After reading the answers you certainly impressed me... 8) All that you do, and have to go through on a daily basis was very enlightening, educational, and inspiring...
What it shows is that you truly love what you do, even though some days may be difficult. That there may be some sacrifice, in order to pursue this career... That one really needs to know what it is they want in life, and to really think about whether this is the career for them...
I can empathize, and relate to the physical demands, time, and effort you have to put into your career, along with the personal sacrifice... My own past work experience in animal related careers, forced me to choose between social life, friends, even family sometimes... Working 6 to 7 days a week, having only 2 major holidays a year off (Thanksgiving, and Xmas), and my birthday if I asked ahead of time...
I thought about all the other things I could have been doing for a career, and what some people thought I was missing out on being devoted to my work... But, I suppose that is when you just really think about your career, and realize that it's not just a job, it is something that gives you great personal satisfaction. That there just isn't anything else you would rather do for work, even on your most difficult days... :wink:
I also got from your posts, that if you want other things in your life beside your career, that you have to find a way to balance them out... Whether working locally, or shorter hours, that you can make it work... It just depends on what you want at the time...
Thank you all again, I think a lot of members who maybe seeking guidence, will find your very thoughtful posts to be a valuable resource to them... I know I did... :wink: