JJ, that was a good question. I feel like that is what just occured to me. Maybe you too.

I chose to leave but the situation had deteriorated and become one that I no longer could bare or want to be associated with. I worked out a "money deal" and left. I am too young (47) and too poor to retire (how do you pay for those health benefits for all those years?) so I have taken my talents and begun working for a state educational agency that pays a handsome retirement at 62 and will provide the benefits until then.

I hope this new venture allows me to contribute to kids and gives me a break from the constant stress of the corporate world plus the responsiblity the smile mentioned.

Judy, I am working on 8+ women. Should they be employed currently?

Any advice for a late forties woman with lots of expertise starting a new job. What pitfalls to avoid? I have a male boss who appears sane and so far family oriented.

Lynn