I did not get a spot in the nursing program at SUU this semester. I only cried for 1/2 an hour. Then I decided to crash my own pity-party and start making plans. I registered for classes this semester; a full load (16 credit hours) and chose classes that would diversify my application for next semester:
Medical Terminology--required for pre med but not for nursing, and since I have 10+ years in the medical field, it should be easy.
Spanish-- begining level, but it is a college class so it will be challenging. And, having some spanish conversational skills will look good on that magic nursing program application.
Thinking and Listening Critically-- This is one of the suggested classes for the nursing program; you can choose this class or Humanities. I took Humanities, so now I am taking this one. Then I will have BOTH classes (That will show them how ambitious I am!)
Stats--The math class that has not yet yielded anything higher than a B-, maybe the third time is a charm..........
Intro to Visual Art-- just for fun.
I was pretty upset at first. I ran in to one of my friends at the local coffee shop the next morning (she got a spot, and I am happy for her) and she helped me feel better about it. Really this was not the best time for me to start. I need to work full time for a little longer for reasons some of you know. She offered to help me with the application essay and let me borrow her spanish and terminology books. I also talked to my parents and they reminded me how tough I am. Dave gave me his big shoulder to cry on and bought me some ice cream. I have a new resolve.
On Saturday morning the college radio station broadcast a motivational speech given by Professor Martin ( a well known motivational speaker, I'm guessing) and to make a long story short, he said (very eloquently) that he never heard "NO", he just heard "Next". How very motivating!
4 comments:
Angie, I am so impresed with your determination. I am so glad my stupid son had the good sense to grab you and hold on for dear life. Thank you for not giving up on all the crazyness. Keep up the good work you are doing great.
Barb
Ang, I am sorry you didnt get in. I know you wanted it so badly. You are the one who told me that things happen for a reason and we just have to accept it and know there is a plan we just have to play it out. so its just not your time yet, for one reason or another you werent meant to do this yet. Your turn will come and you will excell and be awesome. You will be better for having more time to prepare and more experiences to move forward with.
I love it. I love your attitue and especially the "next" concept. You'd make a great motivational speaker, ever consider? I ABSOLUTELY believe that you can do anything in this world. Moving on.
Thanks for the support, all of you. You all give me strength. i am lucky to have you all in my life.
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