The word "experience" is the killer for many job seekers. Education is not enough. The market is small and frustrating, I agree. I used to believe I had lots of skills but now after 30 years in the work force, I have re-worded and re-phrased my resumes to suit so many different jobs applied for...I don't even know who I am anymore, professionally speaking. Tons of education, on up to a university degree but this small town has nothing to offer and I have no money to get out of here.

Lots of hugs to you ladytiger. You are not alone in this.