I guess this is what I'm searching for - people who figured it out. That is good advice (choosing a career that agrees with your values). So far, the only advice I was qualified to give my child was "don't do what I did." So thanks everyone for the useful nuggets.

I too have found that parenting is a delightful challenge, and I'm having a lot of fun. So for now, I'm happy. Poor, but happy!

Kimck - sent you a PM.

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