[Heygimm]
I know that sounds mean out of context - but I know it's true too. I lost a part of me that was important to my self-esteem.
I understand this feeling. Sometimes people don't realize of how much they identify themselves with a job. It's what we've been programmed to do since we were a child. People are taught very early on that youare somehow worth less if your not working.

On the other side of things, I've been able to go visit my family. Being a real "presence" for my grand children has been a lot of fun, rather than only seeing them a few times a year because of job responsibilities.

This is the best thing to happen to people in general during this economic shift. Maybe people are starting to get there priorities straight. This is far more significant in life than a job.

My job gave me something to be responsible about in ways just being a housewife doesn't. I think I'm done greiving about it though, and will just keep looking for work.
Not JUST a housewife. Especially when you have kids & grand kids. You do more for society helping them than you ever could at a job.

What are some of you going through, not just the finiancal part?
Well I haven't worked a study job since about 2003 or so. I started college back then. I coach youth sports & tutor on occassion for cash. Most of my money comes from college financing options though.

LK