Sigrun, I think that we're all creative, and that our creativity manifests itself in different arenas. I think that teaching is an extremely creative profession! Thanks for your comment!
Vickie, I agree with you that unemployment is often devestating and CAN be the worst thing that ever happens to an individual or a family. I was one of the lucky ones!
Peggy, Thanks for sharing your story. I'm so inspired by how you started over and made a good life for yourselves. You are a strong person and you still have time to start writing! Go for it, and may your life continue to get better and better!
Thanks, Robin and Alyson. Isn't the cover fantastic? I was thrilled when I first saw it, featuring Jimmy Thomas, who's appeared on more romance covers than any other model and who is absolutely hot!
Robin, good luck with your job hunt. It's great that you chose to be a stay-at-home Mom and volunteer while you're boys were growing up.
Alyson, I hope you enjoy Cursed. I loved writing it, and I appreciate your words of support.
Thanks for comments Ilona, Rosanna and Sue. Sue, I know exactly what you're experiencing. Three years ago my husband and I were layed off within weeks of each other.He is still actively looking, but it has definitely affected our relationship. There are days when I come home from work exhausted and he wants to talk because he's been home alone all day. I feel terrible for heading to the bedroom and shutting the door, but I need time to unwind. The main saving grace for us, however, is that my husband is an artist and he works at his art every day, as well as doing an occasional freelance job, so we still have active shared interests. It is sometimes overwhelming to think about not being adequately prepared for retirement - I definitely feel your pain.