What was/is your occupation
#874
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Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Carroll, Iowa
Posts: 3,480
Am retired as of 2008 but when I moved to Orlando, FL back in 1981 I started out as a secretary for the city's golf course, moved up to an Asst. Supervisor for their Parking Dept and finished out my last 19 years as a CSI for their police dept.
Just read this morning where one of our finest in Orlando was killed in the line of duty. What's this world coming to???? So glad I moved to a small town in Iowa was folks wave to each other even if they don't know you.
Just read this morning where one of our finest in Orlando was killed in the line of duty. What's this world coming to???? So glad I moved to a small town in Iowa was folks wave to each other even if they don't know you.
#875
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Waskom,Texas
Posts: 5
I retired 1-1-16. I designed and manufactured children's heirloom clothing for high-end children's boutiques for 37 years. It was 11 months before I knew I was really retired. I even forgot that I had joined the Quilting Board. Last year I quilted 2 baby quilts for donation. Knitted 8 baby blankets, crocheted 195 beanies for our Thanksgiving food pantry boxes. During Dec., I finally settled down and enjoyed Christmas without all the chaos. Has anyone else taken so long to realize they didn't have to work and be busy all the time?
#876
I am retired. Was a Medical Social Worker with a speciality in Mental Health and Aging. I was also a certified Activity Therapist. I have been retired now for 29 years. Quilting has been a major pass time as well as paper crafting of just about any kind.
#877
Super Member
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Round Rock, TX
Posts: 2,207
I am employed. Admin assistant. Sewing has been a good therapy tool for me, peace of mind! I still have a few years before I can retire. I don't know really what I'd do if I did retire. I've been so use to working since I was 13 years old.
#878
Super Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
Posts: 8,138
Retired Systems Analyst. Loved the job, hated how much of it I had to do to keep my job and reputation. 60 - 80 hour weeks killed the enthusiasm. I have a long arm but will Not quilt for money as that makes it a job, and I don't want to work (like that) again.
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