This way they don’t have to uphold the properties or care for the health and safety of their tenants because they know people are desperate and likely won’t be able to afford a lawyer.

You could benefit from meeting with folks that are actively applying theory into practice which could help clear up the mental fog you're experiencing. 

This almost sounds like someone is calling my doctor and asking question about my health.

I oppose their mentality. 

Norton Healthcare and UofL Health are two of the largest employers in the region, and their ongoing expansions are creating even more opportunities in the medical field.

What about caterers and the health department? 

So I get good mental exercise here, or try to, while getting some added REI "fix" and if I can get challenged that's just extra credit, as is learning something new is icing on the cake. 

Plus i have had some health issues which has caused me to work a lot less.

Individual markets vary for sure but overall health of tourism industry is definitely down.

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