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David and all, this is why owning a home shouldn't be the goal for EVERYONE. I understand strategic default, but I don't understand the attitude of "it's the bankers fault"; no bubble is sustainable.

We got lucky by selling our house before the bubble burst; we've been happy re-renters since then.

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NaTasha: why does your identity need to be tied to a family or a dog or a man? What do you LIKE to do in life? A caller (Kelly?) talked about identifying as a snowboard instructor.

Hobbies are good, as is volunteering.

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Hollyanna, this really strikes a chord with me. I agree that Portland tends to be less occupation-focused than other cities. It's much more about experiencing things than showing off.

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