Zippy cat- Although so many have said it, I'll chime in too. My parents paid for my college education on the condition of a "declared major" from the get-go. I declared a major, finished my degree in three years and have worked in the field I studied ever since. I have done well but I can not say I am fulfilled by what I do every day. Truthfully, I am bored. I fantasize about doing something that would satisfy my soul but am hooked on the lifestyle I have now. In fact I accepted my current equity position with the hope of a big strike so I can pursue something else.

(My I sound depressing, don't I? ) Really though, my only regret in life is that I was in such a hurry! If I had it to do over again I would have taken more time to explore the possibilities and I would have taken more risks -- left the umbrella and raincoat at home so to speak!

On a practical note...technical writers who can translate technology into user friendly, plain, grammatical English are in demand -- fulltime, parttime, and contract (or freelance.) Of course there are other types of freelance work but this does pay well and I can give you some info on going rates if you like.

Go for it!