I agree with your philosophy on being a professional. I too had a stressful career in the legal field. Being a Paralegal meant I performed the groundwork for my attorneys. Working for one lawyer is difficult. Two or more is extremely difficult. I too learned to work under pressure and would bring my company laptop home and continue to work long hours. Due to the sensitive nature of my job, I couldn't connect to unsecure networks, so attempting to log on to my job's computer in coffee shops or other public spaces wasn't an option.

I feel that being flexible for job demands no matter where you are is the key. Also, when you say that your early life was difficult, I have to tell you that may family didn't have financial resources for nine of us living in the same household. But my parents managed somehow. I also reminded my siblings that it didn't matter we grew up poor, it's what you make out of your life going forward that counts.

Take care and have a good rest of your week.

!LADY