Five weeks ago I returned to college as a full-time student. I had put this off for over two decades and the longer I waited the harder it became. That first week of school was nerve-wracking. I didn't know where I was going on campus. As I attempted to juggle classes, homework, parenting, work, and other responsibilities I felt very overwhelmed.
With a little distance I can put everything in perspective now. All those new responsibilites seemed like a huge mountain that was suddenly plunked down in my path. However, as we start to climb the mountains in our lives we gain strength and endurance. We learn our own capabilities and we gain confidence. School has been this kind of challenge. While I am not yet on top of the mountain, I can look back and see the progress I have made and I am gaining strength and confidence to keep moving up the mountain.
And it feels great!
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