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How to Pick A Career

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I majored in Psychology (liberal arts), graduating in the early 70’s. Sons followed in the footsteps of their father’s, even to the extreme of becoming known by name of the family occupation (Smith – for blacksmith, Taylor for clothing maker, etc).

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Stay the Course Financially

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My grandchildren’s other set of grandparents are just one example. Recent graduates were also hard hit. Why shouldn’t we take that overseas vacation, buy that luxury condo at the lake, get new clothes every change of season, have that spiffy new car? Even today, many are still unemployed or underemployed.