Like so many Americans, my family has taken a hit during the recession. I have been working part-time at a university while earning my master’s degree in biology, though I'm putting all my efforts on finding full-time employment. My husband and I have two children in college, and are thankful for scholarships and financial aid. One sister, a teacher, just lost her job. My other sisters have also been affected by the recession. left to right: Debbi, me, Missy, Mom (in back), Debbi's spouse Tom. Thanksgiving. One silver lining during these tough economic times is that our youngest sister,...