I worked in a sewing factory the summer before my sophomore year in college. Made me realize why unions were formed in the garment industry. The owner put me in charge of all the pressing, and packing. I was given a raise and one hour later she lost her temper and threw a hot steam iron at me. I quit and went to work for my dad on the fruit farm. Much better pay and less dangerous. I finished college, found a teaching job, and after 40 years, am retired and sewing!