Frustrated & Disappointed

Don't you hate it when you encounter a situation where there really is nothing you can do to change it? No, I'm not talking about infertility. I've been overlooked for two positions lately because I don't have a college degree. I have 15 years' experience, a national certification in my field and have worked for some high-profile companies (even for Silicon Valley), but without that piece of paper from 20 years ago, I can't even be considered. I guess it was bound to happen eventually. I've skated my whole life on my talents and hard work, and up until now the lack of college hasn't held me back, at least not in any way that was obvious.

Yes, I could go back to school now and get a degree. But, to get a BA it would take me 6 or 7 years of night-school, then I would be in my late 40s with a piece of paper. I don't have the money, time or inclination to even consider this. I know there will be other opportunities where this is not an issue, but that doesn't make my current situation any less frustrating or disappointing.

On another topic, I'm a little concerned about my apparent addiction to TV. Every single night of the week there is at least one show on that I feel like I cannot miss.

Monday: 24, followed by Medium

Tuesday: Amazing Race VI, and when that ends, American Idol, then Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (must be something about Tuesdays and reality!)

Wednesday: Lost, then Alias (my favorite show of all), then CSI:NY

Thursday: Will & Grace, then Without A Trace

Friday: Medical Investigation

Saturday: MI-5

Sunday: Desperate Housewives, then Crossing Jordan

I used to watch West Wing on Wednesday nights but that's on at the same time as Alias, and that wins hands down. I suppose watching this much TV keeps me off the streets and means I'm not out spending money, but really, is this normal?

Wait, don't answer that.