Thursday, March 26, 2009
Oh the joy of school
I ask myself why I didn't finish college when I was 19. I could have gone on two years and gotten my BA but instead got married and traveled a lot and had kids and a divorce and remarried. It wasn't til I turned 50 that I seriously committed to going back to school. Now I'm slogging through a couple of classes every semester. I just got back from talking to my advisor and I still have seven semesters to go. But it's ok. I love learning. I learn something every day at work, at school, at home, everywhere I go my mind is open to picking up new things. I not only love to learn, but I love teaching others what I know. I come from a long line of teachers so maybe that's why I have this love of learning inside me. I used to be a trainer and there is nothing more exciting than helping someone learn something new. So I will be at Queens another couple of years slogging through my studies, balancing work and school, having no social life to speak of. But I'm determined not only to get my BA but my MFA too so you'll see me around campus for awhile yet. Those of you who are graduating, be happy!! You did it when you were young!
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Oh, I know exactly how you feel. We could ask why all day long, and there would be lots of good answers, just like the ones you note in your blog. This is the way I see it. Many people would not take the initiative as adults to continue their education. I think we are in an elite group of people so keep plugging away, semester after semester. I feel I can give you that advice since I am FINALLY graduating this spring after so many long years at Queens. In the long run, it will be such a meaningful accomplishment to you personally and professionally.
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