5th January 2008, 06:50 PM
Your right in a way as well (hey I like the fence I sit on!) Archaeology is more than the money... it is lots more than that, it should not though be seen as a soft touch, and should be paid and treated like a grown up ... As someone said, Archaeology is a hobby that got out of hand 
I'll never drive an Audi sports Car, never own a private jet... but I will have a life that is rich in interest and diversity... that said... an Audi would be nice... with heated seats ...
The question still stands though... Can archaeology really create a 'British' Citizen? can it regenerate a community? Or is it a luxury that needs a stable community in the first place..., I feel it is a bit of both, seeing what has happened at Prestonpans and Cousland (near me) with groups involvement giving a sense of place... but it costs money... much as I would love to do things for nothing (sometimes I do) you have to look after yourself. Only when you are stable can you do charity. (even if its what you love)
If I had a penny for everyone who wants to be an archaeologist.. would have my dream car!
"No job worth doing was ever done on time or under budget.."
Khufu
I'll never drive an Audi sports Car, never own a private jet... but I will have a life that is rich in interest and diversity... that said... an Audi would be nice... with heated seats ... The question still stands though... Can archaeology really create a 'British' Citizen? can it regenerate a community? Or is it a luxury that needs a stable community in the first place..., I feel it is a bit of both, seeing what has happened at Prestonpans and Cousland (near me) with groups involvement giving a sense of place... but it costs money... much as I would love to do things for nothing (sometimes I do) you have to look after yourself. Only when you are stable can you do charity. (even if its what you love)
If I had a penny for everyone who wants to be an archaeologist.. would have my dream car!
"No job worth doing was ever done on time or under budget.."
Khufu