A big Step.

Last week I made a huge decision to go back to school. I'm headed for an associates degree in Healthcare Administration through The University of Phoenix(completely online!). This is something i've wanted to do for years, but either was working, had a new baby, owned a small business or just didn't have the time. Steve and I decided that if there was ever a good time for me to go back to school, it would be now. Our family has adjusted to 1 income for the past 4 years. We've adapted and have made sacrafices. This wasn't something that was decided overnight. It was lots of late night talks, lots of questions lots of phone calls and lots of prayers.

I chose this University because of the flexibility it gives me. As a full-time Mom and wife to a man that coaches 2 sports, it was impossible(for us) to travel to class 2-4 nights per week. I needed to make my own hours and be able to cook dinner while typing a paper. This program and the school came HIGHLY recommended by people I have a great deal of respect for. It's funny though, when you tell people you're going back to school you get a mixture of responses. I have a great support system, a mix of family and friends that are pretty close to family. All were extremely excited for me and happy i've finally taken the step! Then, a few people I expected to support and stand behind me 100% are the ones that are spending some time running me down and are the ones that are against it. I've always been the kind of person that figures if people are running me down, atleast they are leaving someone else alone, but in this case..Its making me angry. Because a long time ago, I wasn't "good enough" because I lacked an education. And now that i'm making that choice...it's still not good enough. Oh well. I've realized, you can't make everyone happy and I need to stop trying. I need to keep the negativity away. Away from me and my family. Because contrary to some opinions, I am motivated, and once I decide I can do it, I'm way to stubborn to give up!I will finish this program..-seriously? Its 23 months long, I can do anything for 23 months. I'm not saying it will be a cake-walk, and i'm sure it will take alot of hard work, but i'm ready.

My husband says all we have to do is keep our eye on the ball

and we don't quit till the game's over(spoken like a true coach).

I agree and Thank God i'm in this with him

(especially when its time for my history class!!)