lasted 38 years. But - quit once to go into real estate - If there is a college nearby, start taking one or 2 classes each semester towards a different career. In about 3 years, you'll have a viable choice if you still want out. With no kids, now is the best time to go back to school. my father use to tell me & my bd dir friends that we were our own worse enemy .. we create our world. I quit doing sectionals at my last job. One night rehearsal a week. Helped individual students who asked for help. It is the nature of the beast. Find a community band to join. etc.