darrellandmelissa Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Untill earlier this year I was very ill, I had to take a lot of medicine, treatments every 2 hours and supplimental oxygen. Somehow I miracously got better, and no longer need any of it, just an inhailer for asthma now. Years ago, I had started a clerical certificate program at our community college in hopes of moving out of a minimun wage sales job. Now that I am healthy enough to return to work, I decided to go back to school again instead . The clerical certificate is a block of classes taking most of all day for a year. The classes are staggered at different starting points and I am jumping in to the middle of them. I spent yesterday registering for classes and will go tomorrow to finalize finacial aide and pick up my books. My first 2 classes will start Friday, with 3 more classes starting over the next 3 weeks or so. I will have 4 more classes to take in the spring semester to complete the program. I am pretty excited about this change, but nervous as well. I will also be using public transportation to get there and back which will make for some long days. I have not been out of the house much in a while. My social skills are a bit rusty, not to mention how rusty my typing skills are. Well enough with the negatives. It will be a great chance for me to develop a carear outside of the retail field. Melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Mini Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Melissa thats great!! im so happy to hear your going for it what a wonderful oppurtunity for you!! i know you can do it and I am very proud of you best of luck! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil buttah Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 I think your doing the right thing, your going to do great!!! I hope it all goes well!!!! Keep us posted on your progress!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Good luck! Having just retired from the clerical world, I can only say to you relax and just be yourself! You will do well! Wolfie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uppitycats Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 These kinds of mid-course corrections are always exciting! I'm glad your health has improved enough for you to consider this. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAK Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Mel...like we've told you before..you'll do great! Good luck and don't be to tired to chat with us :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodteach0 Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Good for you,Melissa! I'm glad your health has improved too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THmini2 Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 I am so glad that your health has improved and that you can get out into the world again. It sounds like your starting on a new and exciting venture. Best of luck in your new life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Melissa, that's terrific news! I love going to school so I take courses for enjoyment, whenever I can. You're going to do great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SallyG Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 That sounds interesting. What sort of courses will you be taking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peachie Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Mel I'm so happy for you....on both your health and going back to school....I know you will do great....and you have to come and chat with us....only if for a few minutes....I'm so proud of you.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Wonderful. Wishing you the best of luck. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccas1963 Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Mel, Just remember us for chat once in a while. And just think chatting with us will give you practice typing :lol: Congrats! Bec Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 It's so wondeful your health is so much bettter! I wish you all the best at school to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynnae Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 I got my clerical certificate about a year and a half ago. I haven't used it yet, because I decided to go to a community college full time. I really enjoyed the clerical classes. They weren't hard and I learned a lot. I found a disk at Wal-Mart for like ten dollars and I praticed my typing at home. That really helped. Good Luck and GOD bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TinyJudi Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 How wonderful and exciting for you Melissa. I started in the clerical field and ended up in retail. I have an overwhelming desire to go back to the clerical, but the job market in my area is not the best, so I will have to stick to what I have. It is good to hear that your health has improved. Good luck with your classes and don't forget us here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Hi Melissa! I am so happy to hear that your health has improved and that you are going back to school...How wonderful for you...I am sure that you will do just fine! Keep us posted!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 If your typing is rusty, you aren't in enough chat rooms. Glad to hear you are doing so good!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggi Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Melissa, the wonderfu part of your message is the news that your health has improved so much. I remember when you were having lots of difficulty with the respiratory problems, so it is so nice to hear good news. With luck you will find a job that will do as mine did and constantly send you to more training to pick up more trades. Wishing you lots of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 WTG! Melissa! Going to school is ALWAYs Kewl! Im a firm believer in school and its so wonderful that you are feeling well enough to take it on! GOOD for YOU! Im so proud of you! and excited! what a gret role modle for that sweet lil grandbaby! keep us posted! nutti :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stantilda Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 Congrats! I also took a big leap and went back to school. I worked in retail and felt so unfulfilled. I gave up a decent paying career, a house, and three years of my life to get a teaching degree. I love it! I am so much happier. I know you will be, too. It is a challenge, but it is worth it. I hope it goes well for you. I also suffer from severe asthma and i feel your pain. Best wishes for good health and easy breathing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 I'm glad your health has improved too. You'll do great in school since you have your own personal cheering section. You Go Girl!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJEP Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 Melissa, that is great!! I'm excited for you. Don't be too nervous. Look at it as an adventure and enjoy it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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