Portland Problems

By some great miracle, my awkward self managed to pass an initial phone interview, and tomorrow afternoon I have a second interview for a social work position at a shelter for women/children here in the city.

Here's my dilemma: does this type of thing require nose ring removal or not?

Some say yes, because it's the professional thing to do.

Others say no, because...well...it's Portland. And social work (where sometimes, tattoos and piercings actually increase your professional credibility in the clients' eyes).

I say: this sucker is a real pain to remove, so I really don't want to do it unless it is totally necessary. Plus I like it, obviously.

But you know what I don't like?  Being unemployed.  So if this little metal hoop is somehow holding me back, it's gotta go.

What do YOU say?