I think I finally have an essay going that I'm happy with, and can adapt to fit the demands of several schools. I just found this board a week or so ago and I'm so glad - eavesdropping on CRNA talk has been so informative. Many schools want you to show in the essay that you understand the role of CRNA and listening to the professionals has made your daily work clearer to me. Hopefully I sound like I actually know what I'm talking about!
And, of course, several of you have reassured me about my chances for admission, and I thank you for that too.