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The Benefits Really Do Matter!

I read with interest and empathy the article on the "Dumb little $9.00 per hour" job. I, too, took a low-paying job when I returned to the work force five years after the birth of my first child, and I had to endure a lot of comments about the mediocre wages. However, the benefits I've accrued over the past 19 years have made my job worthwhile.

Since I work for the local university, all three of my children have received free college educations, one of them at a private college which participates in a tuition exchange program. The university offers free use of their libraries and other facilities, discounted tickets to student productions and concerts, free public transportation anywhere in the county with my staff I.D. (think of the savings in parking and gas alone!), and a 401K where they match my contribution 1.5 times. Also I should mention the flexibility in work schedules, a casual atmosphere that does not require an extensive wardrobe, and an environment of youth, energy and learning.

While I could never support my family of 5 on my salary, the benefits over the years have more than compensated.
Frugal in Pittsburgh

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