Just wanted to express my thoughts

maire, ASN, RN · May 21, 2003

Perseverence really pays off...congo rats on coming this far and good luck with your next semester! :)

(Single mom with 5 kids...you are my hero!)

NurseDixie · May 21, 2003

I congratulate you. I feel like you do, I have completed 3 semesters with 1 more to go, I am on summer break now, will go back in Aug. and graduate in December. I don't know how you do it with 5 children. I don't have any kids, but I am a little older than most (46), it has been a long road, but now I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.LOL

I've felt like throwing in the towel a few times myself. I failed one semester d/t husbands MI, and CABG, and had to withdraw one semester (had to miss a lot d/t my health). Hubby just got out of hospital yesterday, he was admitted w/chest pain. Hope he'll continue to do well.

nynurse2b · May 21, 2003

Congrats to you and to all who share in a similar struggle. All the experiences and stuggles faced will make you a stronger and more dedicated nurse due to how very badly you want that R.N. at the end of your name...Keep your head up and lots of luck to you in your final semester!!

jschut, BSN, RN · May 21, 2003

Congratulations to you! You deserve a break! Have a good time after you graduate.....you earned it!

fnimat1 · May 21, 2003

Congratulations...after reading your posts I know I can do it...I have 4 children and often wonder if I'm doing the right thing....or it it's possible at all....but I know I can do it....it's just scary thinking about how...lol. Congratulations again!!!

Hugs,

Fatima

shelleybelle · May 21, 2003

awww.. Congratulations!!!!!! I'm right there with ya, sister! I'm a single mom with NO help from anyone (well, except the $230 per month I get in Child support from my ex who makes $50k/yr - but i'm not bitter ) and now that I have about 7wks left, I'm so very, very proud to say I've managed to maintain all A's & 1 B. I've still got a tough road ahead trying to figure out how to pay for the last semester, which grants don't cover and only 1 scholarship. But hey... God will provide - he always has. I've come a long way, baby!

txnurse - YOU GO GIRL!

straba · May 22, 2003

I am very encouraged by your post. Although I don't have 5 children (just 2) and I'm not a single mom (a married dad), I know nursing school will be a real challenge! Congratulations to you, and best of luck in your future:D

fulwood · May 22, 2003

Well done to all of you especially those who are single mums and have kids. I don't know how you do it but my best wishes to you and much success in the future.

Yellow Rose RN · May 25, 2003

Wow!! Thanks to everyone who responded to my message. I really feel that all of you who have been questioning how you will ever do it..... well, you will persevere! I just know it! Thanks again for all of the wonderful comments, I really appreciate everyone!

Hugs to all

Sha

Scavenger'sWife, RN · May 25, 2003

I want to add my congratulations to you, txnurse! YOU ROCK!!!

And to all who are students, especially if you are trying to do it while raise a family: You are wonderful.

I went to school at an older age than most, but I had grown children and did not even have to hold down a job, as Hubby (Bless his heart!) worked extra so I could just concentrate on school. (And it was *still* tough!)

So a big pat on the back, hugz & kisses to all of you!

And if you are still in school: DON'T GIVE UP! It is all worth it in the end!!!

rebel_red · May 26, 2003

From single mom to single mom: You are my hero too! and thanks to all our married "sisters" for their support!

Congratulations!

Tres