Doug, for an occasionally fairly sharp guy, you sure have some strange lapses at times.

1. I am highly critical of Wal-Mart for several reasons, which include the effect they have on other businesses in the areas they invade, essentially creating a monopoly, the poor quality of the products they sell (I have been, fortunately only temporarily, in areas where this was the case), and the shabby way they treat their employees.

2. I can make a damned good living (and have done) teaching guitar; or I can go back to work at Boeing as a computer-savvy production illustrator; or I could make a substantial living as a technical writer; or I could go to work for at least a couple radio stations in my area, either as an announcer (specializing in classical music) or a newscaster. All of these are pretty good paying jobs, and with the exception of setting up my own business as a music teacher, they all come with benefits, including health insurance, and in some cases, a retirement plan.

Considering the little they pay and the fact that they offer no benefits, why would I want to work for Wal-Mart?

And I'd be willing to bet that others here on the 'Cat are as well-qualified for one or more occupations as I am.

Don Firth