I could write a book ....... I have always thought that if I wake up like "crap, I have to go to work" then that will be the day to switch gears. Never has happened. I have been always very lucky in that regard...I would even pay THEM for let me work there ( of course they don't need to know that ). Everyone is different. As long as my job keeps me busy developing my own skills learning new stuff then I am happy. It has never been about money. Could I have pursued a different path towards higher pay?..... yes. Do I want to be the wealthiest dude in the cemetery? Nope, rather be happy along the way ?

I love what I do, but I'm currently not a fan of the company I do it for. Some days are awesome, other days, not so much. But it does pay the bills, works well with my custody schedule, and offers flexible time off. And as a single mom who's not receiving child support (and never will), I try to be grateful that I'm able to be totally self-sufficient.

I'm lucky enough to have a job that allows me to telecommute from time to time, as well.