CycleChic, all of this advice is good. One thing I haven't really seen said....nothing has to be permanent. In other words, if it doesn't work as well as you'd like, you can always change it up again. You might have to plan for sticking to it for a minimum period of time - whether that is months or years - and it's a good idea to have an exit strategy. If you can handle the drop in pay and it's time for a change, I say go for it!
Hugs and butterflies,
~T~
The butterflies are within you.
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