Members MsGuy Posted June 24, 2009 Author Members Posted June 24, 2009 Ms. Robinson is making an often overlooked point. A professional friend of mine was trapped in a low wage entry level position for 6 1/2 years because her child was born with a heart defect that required several operations spread over a 6 year period. Don't think her employer wasn't aware of her situation or failed take full advantage of it. Basically her child's illness blocked any chance for career advancement during that period. I know of several excellent opportunities she was forced to turn down in order to maintain insurance coverage. I'd estimate her lost opportunity costs to be well in excess of $100,000. Quote
