In another thread somewhere, the topic on how long a provider can stay in this business (ie: the long haul) was brought up. Assuming a provider is good at what she does and enjoys her line of work (or is that just boilerplate advertising verbiage), I would love to hear from both providers and hobbyists what they think is the time to get out.
Obviously there are a lot of variables at play in the many different scenarios available.
Assuming no PT's involved. We ALL KNOW, PT's shorten their career rapidly or in some cases, extend it to a really miserable existence.
Is there too young an age to begin? (legal age assumed)
Is there too old an age?
Too many years?
Please feel free to let this discussion wander as necessary.