School Daze

I am going back to school to be a Respiratory Therapist. Originally my husband was the one who was going to go back to school and I was going to work. Once he was done then I would go to school.

I have waited over 10 yrs to go back to school and I knew with William I was going to be able to do that. I figured I would be 40 by the time I finished, but so what. Better late then never.

When my father in law found out what was going on he stepped up and offered to help us out so that both my husband and I could go to school together. We went in and took the entrance exam for the program. I passed, my husband didn't. He decided that he wanted to do something different. Unfortunately due to his scoliosis he will never be able to accomplish his original career objective. So he decided to pursue RT with me.

Going back to school I only have one objective. GRADUATE!! I want to do the best I can do but at least know what I am doing. I never imagined school would become what it has for me.

I completed my general ed with a 4.0. I was very proud of myself. Over 15 yrs has past since I did homework and back then I wasn't very good at. But I am determined to do well. I just completed my 2nd term with another 4.0!! The kicker is I received a scholarship from a foundation called Possible Woman Foundation. They awarded me $5000 for tuition and flew me out to Atlanta, GA for a recognition dinner and conference. It was the most incredible experience of my life.

I just received a call today from the director of my program and I have been invited to attend a board of directors meeting with all the administrators from the hospitals in our county. I am going to represent all the students that attend my school and program. I consider it to be an awesome compliment. I am there to basically speak for all my fellow students.

What blows my mind is that I am just Kate. Wife, mom, and grouchy Finance Manger at a boat dealership. I'm not out to become some super star student. I just want to graduate and make lots of money. hahahahaha

Seriously, I am honored and terrified all at the same time.