I've met Alison Berkley, not literally of course, but she's just like every ski and snowboard instructor I've ever known. All they want to do is enjoy the sport they love. But without winning the lottery or being otherwise independantly wealthy, it's a pipe dream to play in the snow all day and not have to work there too. So my hat's off to you Alison, especially since your satirical article was enough to get you fired.