Originally Posted by ⌐ AV8OR WANNABE

I don't doubt you're "teachable" and have a positive work history. I know it's hard to stay positive, especially in today's environment - however, don't worry about things you can't change. Do your best, apply EVERYWHERE once hiring resumes and let others decide if they should hire you or not.

If they do, great!
If not, try again and again...

Persistence does pay off but worrying usually does not... I think you get my point.

Good luck to you, a few years from now you'll be glad you decided to give it a shot!