scared shitless

[anamacha]

Okay, here's the thing that's been occupying a large part of my thoughts for the past few days:

I am seriously considering going back to school

Comments

[moronqueen]

It'll deffinately be worth it in the long run...even if you go back part time, as I will be, it's still taking big steps towards achieving dreams and goals...more power to you!

[anamacha]

that's what I'm hoping, yeah! Thanks for the encouragement :)

[anamacha]

do you know who I can contact at your school? I've sent 2-3 emails to likely people there, and have not heard a damn thing back.

Do you have any pointers to navigate the financial aid maze? I looked at it earlier, and it was rather daunting. Feel free to avail yourself of anamacha at gmail dot com if you would rather.

You and I are pretty much in the same boat -- I too am getting tired of sitting around with nothing to show for my dreams. And yeah, school is not the end, but hopefully it's a means to an end.

[anamacha]

thanks for the tips. Do you have a name or an email address for someone there?

I talked to people at St Eds today -- I had to go there anyway to get a transcript.

[baxaphobia]

Hey there! Sorry I've been quiet in commenting of late. I've been reading! Smile. I think that is great about your wanting to go back to school. I got my master's in my 30's so it is possible and you can do it. Just go for it! Smile.

[anamacha]

it's okay ... good to know that you've been around, even if you haven't been around, if you get my meaning.

Thanks for the encouragement!

[wardellen]

Get on with it. Actively pursuing this will create the momentum you need. Don't hesitate or pause, just GO. Pearmon is correct that a University would look better, but check out summer classes at the community level in the meantime. Some refresher/get-you-up-to-date courses might give you a leg up when you get to "real" classes. Part time work is definitely something to consider as well- with your odd sleep schedule you should be able to find something working nights so you can take classes while A is at school or you can be home with her and take afternoon classes. There are LOTS of possibilities here. Start investigating! :)

[anamacha]

right ... I'm trying to do a little somtin' somtin' with it every day ... just like with that course-of-self-improvement thing that I've been alluding to for a few weeks now.

Thanks for the suggestions.

[kylakae]

Good luck! On the plus side Texas usually has lots of financial aid available.

[anamacha]

well, that's good to know. I looked at financial aid stuff a bit, and good lord, it's bewildering.