In this economy, how can anyone 'choose'? Choices are limited.

I would love a change, but the fear of losing everything on a career change keeps me where I am. It pays the bills.

I know that someone who has taken the liberal approach and been highly successful will tell you DO IT, DO IT NOW! But there are probably thousands who took the risk and failed. Should you be conservative and stay put, or take the risk? Only you can answer that.

My opinion is (please don't destroy me for saying this) that if you aren't married by 30, you never will. You have probably already learned too much about people, and the list of "I cannot live with that" items will grow and grow.

Signed, Single at 44.