Here is another piece of the Why-Kris-Isn't-a-Lawyer story. I was guided away from practicing law more than once. 

Have you ever felt like you've been set up? Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, things just won't go your way? 

I had an interview for an entry position with the San Diego Public Defender's office which was canceled because of a background check. They uncovered an absurd charge against me. I was set up. I was set up to be a mother, a stay-at-home-mom. My donut story showed me that and then I realized this was the first time.