At the age of 39, an opportunity came up for me to move to a different position within my employment. Assessing where I currently was, I realized that 10 or 15 years down the road, I'd be in the same job and 10 or 15 years older.

So I took the plunge, along with a $200 / month pay cut. It was the best thing I ever did. I received, and continue to receive in depth computer training. I'm fully proficient in AutoCAD, CAD-map, Arcview, G.I.S., and numerous other graphic programs. I love what I do (which is very important), and looking back at where I was, I know making the move was the right thing to do.
I might add that I'm now making more in this position, than I would be making had I stayed where I was.
Just my thots....on my situation...
your's may be very different.
Good Luck with whatever your decision may be.

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...L

[This message has been edited by shboom (edited 02-17-2005).]