a former freelance writer decides to go back to the work force. He wanted interaction with other people and a set schedule.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/15/jobs/15pre.html

unemployment is a global thing
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/15/business/15global.html?ref=business

an ex-fbi agent at 62 shares his frustration...
http://www.star-telegram.com/news/story/1204388.html