March 2009 and I was coming to the end of my social science course at the local college and I was sitting staring at the computer screen in disbelief, I had managed to secure 4 conditional university offers, all I had to do was choose the right place for me and finish my course. Two months later and I had some surprise news, I was expecting a little bundle of joy. People asked if I was upset I wouldn't be going to uni, I simply answered "I am going to be a mum, that is better than going to uni"
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| My wall of inspiration |
Why did I choose to do the course now? Why not? My son is at school and my daughter is at nursery so I have a 2 hour window during the day between 1pm and 3pm to do some studying and then again when they are in bed at night.
Psychology is a subject that I very much love and I am very passionate about it. As you will see from the picture above, my wall of inspiration, I have my career plan set out so when things get tough I can look at that wall and be inspired to continue. Also on my wall of inspiration are pictures of my children, my husband, the day I met Shane Filan and certificates from my fundraising events. All those things remind me that no matter what I have come up against I have still managed to live my life regardless. The day I met Shane for example I did feel anxious as it was through in Edinburgh but meeting my idol made it all worth while.
A few weeks ago I went out and bought all my stationery and the kids made me a desk tidy which is really cute! My books arrived from Open University and I decided to buy some extra reading too.
So as of Saturday the 3rd of October I will be a student.
I really admire you for doing this, it's a big commitment but definitely a great thing to do.
ReplyDeleteIt is scary but so exciting. Thank you for your lovely comment xx
DeleteHow exciting! I wish you all the best in your future studies.
ReplyDeleteThank you :) I am nervous but looking forward to it too x
DeleteSuch a big commitment I wish you all the best.
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DeleteOh how exciting. I am sure you will have so much fun learning again. Good luck
ReplyDeleteThank you! I am really looking forward to learning more about my favourite subject x
DeleteGood luck I was doing my degree with the OU and loved it :) I would love to go back to it at some point. x
ReplyDeleteThank you. I am so so excited but a little anxious too x
DeleteGood for you. Psychology is a fascinating subject - I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteThank you. It is a wonderful subject x
DeleteWhat a fantastic journey to get there! Good luck with your studies! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much x
DeleteHappy student day! What an exciting course to embark on- good luck with it all!
ReplyDeleteOh that's fabulous news! Hope you enjoy your course :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much xx
DeleteGood luck with your studies - I found it really tough to do alongside looking after a family
ReplyDeleteThank you. I started last night when the kids where in bed which is probably the best time for me. It will be tough but worth it x
DeleteGood luck with the course :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I am enjoying it so far :) x
DeleteCongratulations, that's brilliant! Good luck with your studies and I hope that you enjoy your time as a student.
ReplyDeleteThank you, its weird being a student again x
DeleteWell done you! Good luck with your course x
ReplyDeleteWell done and good luck. It's a lot harder studying at home but just as enjoyable.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Finding it strange studying at home I must admit x
DeleteYou will have to let me know what the course is like I would love to do it.
ReplyDeleteIt is only week one and I am hooked already! It is brilliant so far. You should go for it x
Deleteoh wow how exciting for you and such a huge commitment , best of luck
ReplyDeleteThank you. I am loving it. Passed my first assessment so that gave me a confidence boost x
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