Wow, I can't believe I read all 17 pages!
My first job was fabric store clerk (anyone remember Monique Fabrics?)
then home party demonstrator for Tri-Chem fabric paints,
then window treatment specialist in a home decorating store
followed by a stint of volunteering as a high school dance/drill team advisor - that was the most challenging :)
Then I got a "real job" as a certified pharmacy techician, first in a home infusion pharmacy, now at a major retail chain.
Only 6 more years to retirement (I hope!!)