Back To School

Mission College to take the assessment tests to find out which English and Math courses I will need to take for graduation requirements. After the results come back, I’m going to sign up for the most advanced English course I’m able to. I might also sign up for a math class as well. I was talking with my brother about this today. He suggested I not only apply for any grants I might be eligible for, but also try for every damned scholarship I can get my hands on. It’ll make the costs of school much easier to bear and reduce the necessity for a job considerably. I’m unemployed, and this is as good a time as any to go back to school. I’ll also be talking to my credit union about student loans. My credit is on the better side of average, so hopefully I’ll be able to get something going. I was last in school back in 1992. At that time I was more interested in getting high than going to school. I was also starting work full time as a nurse assistant, so that added to the distractions. To be honest, I miss school, but I’ve got some fears too. I’m afraid that I’ll start off running but end up running out of steam before the first semester is over. If I can get scholarships, grants, and loans, I’ll be able to cut down on the outside distractions. Who knows? I certainly won’t until I try. My biggest fear is coming up with the rent and the car payments. These are things not necessarily covered by student loans and grants. Scholarships might help with some of the living expenses, but not really with the auto loan. I have about a year left on my car payments, so… *shrug* We’ll see what happens. I currently have my major set to Computer Sciences, but I’m also interested in Creative Writing. I do love to write; one of my aspirations is to become an author. I don’t write daily at the moment, but I’m sure that will change as I go through school. Again, this is all uncertain for now. What is certain is that I have the support of my family and friends in this. (I know my family, I was talking about it to my brother for a half hour this morning. I’m sure my friends will support this decision too.) Without their encouragement and guidance, who knows how well I’d do. The fact that my brother is a college professor is helpful too. He can give me valid suggestions on how to go about getting the credits I need for graduation and progression to a 4-year college. Anyhow… My future is uncertain. I just hope I have the strength to make it through. Thanks for listening to me ramble. I think I’m going to go change my future now. Thanks for visiting and Keep Coming Back!!!]]>