Guys, thanks for all of your thoughtful responses. I really appreciate it. A part of me really wanted to consider live poker as a viable option. Perhaps, like some have said, it can be done if you have the drive, determinination and willingness to put up with all that comes with playing in a casino all day ever day, plus the stress factor.
I think I'm going to keep looking for a position as a contractor to continue to develop marketable skill sets, and hopefully that will turn into an actual permanent job offer.
Will also look into getting into my desired master's program and see what kind of financial aid I qualify for.
Thanks again, guys.
P.S.
Does anyone know when online poker might get unbanned in the USA (or at least California)? I miss being able to play online, and the challenge of building a roll and moving up in stakes. It'd be nice to be able to play online again to make a little extra spending money on the side, too.
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