The 30-year-old student

In 2 weeks, I will no longer have a job
In 4 weeks, I will be a full-time student for the first time in 8 years

I don't exactally remember when the idea of school came up between Dave and I.  Probably when I was pregnant.  Being pregnant makes the brain think all kinds of insane thoughts like: "I should quit my job and go to school!"  But here I am, spending my last several days at work and making sure that my exit will be an easy transition for everyone. 

I'm terrified on many levels: Will we be able to make ends meet on one income?  Will I be able to keep up with my school work and my responsibilities at home and excel at both?  Am I sure that I've picked a career that I will be happy with for years to come?  How am I going to pass my math classes?

All these things aside, I am really looking forward to this change.  Anna and I will have more time together on the days I don't have class!  Also, the chances of her getting a higher education are going to be better if both of her parents have done the same and I'm going to need her to take care of my old, decrepit ass so she better be making the bucks because momma doesn't do nursing homes.

I'm very excited and looking forward to this change.  It's going to be a big adjustment (financially, mostly) but it will be so worth it in the end! 

Now what color backpack should I buy...