Colorado might not be a bad idea; of course network your options there to try & land something before moving. I know how you feel I was forced to move states to move BACK in with my parents after my son was born because of inconsistency in income because of my job at the time and hours being cut. While I was very grateful for their help they would be the first to remind me of the help they were "giving." there's alot to be said for having your own place, it does wonders for self esteem and independence. Except when you have a house you can no longer afford due to not finding steady work and going back to school to occupy time because i was slowly climbing the walls. I say look for work in Colorado, the water tastes better there anyway. =)