You obviously have lots more experience and lot more to offer to an employer than I possibly can. If you have other degrees, you might want to consider branching out your skills like I did. My current job is not all about computers, networks, etc. but also involve clinical research. Its about 75% computer work and 25% research. So if you find something that you could use your non-computer skills in conjunction with your computer skills, that might be something you want to consider.
It seems like employers today want only the cream of the crop i.e. having 10 out 10 skills. Unfortunately for people like me, we are left to the side to compete for jobs like waiting tables or used car sales. If I were given a choice, I would pick this current job anyday.
Times are tough all over, especially for the IT/computer folks. There isn't much I can say here. All I can say to you and others in the same predicament is this: don't give up, be optimistic as best as you can, and be persistent in your search for employment. Keep pluggin' away.....
Hope this helps
