Introductions:"New" and "Old" Students.

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How about a thread that will allow us to introduce ourselves to those who are new and the new students can do the same.

I am Stephany, 42, mother of 3 children, a son 22, a daughter 15, and a son 13. I am an LPN of nearly 11 years, and I am in my first semester of a five-semester rn program.

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hi all anyone know any schools like excelsior college

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Hello,

I would like to introduce myself finally, (I've been lurking for a while). I wasn't sure if I should post here, since I'm not (yet) in nursing school. There lies my problem....my indecision. I have been thinking about nursing for soooo long and I'm too afraid to take the first step. See I do have a good job that I like (but not love) - I work as a pharmacy tech at a hospital. That's where the idea of nursing came from- I see great nurses at their best everyday, and I want to become one of them. I want to have closer contact with patients. I want to be able to learn throughout my life.

BUT............I am so afraid...what if I can't do it??? What if I harm somebody???? What if I can't survive financially??? That's why I love this site....You guys all have had your own challenges and somehow overcame them. I guess when you really believe in something.....

I would like to hear from you guys- have you always known 100%??? Were you afraid that you're making a mistake( especially when you put so much on the line, by asking your family to sacrifice soo much for your dream...)

There, I feel better.....

Sorry for the long post, but I guess nobody could understand better that you guys.

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31 years of age 1 son and wife, pre nursing student chicago IL

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Hi, I'm Christian a 35y.o. male, married with one daughter. I am in my 2nd semester of RN school doing my OB/Med Surg rotation at the moment. I got interested in nursing after I put my wife through nursing school and found out she was making twice as much as I was straight out of school and actually loved going to work. Hope school stays as fun as it is now 'cause I'm having a blast.

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Hello my name is Jamie.

I am in a 4 semester RN program. To receive my associates in Nursing.

I just started semester 2. I am excited to have made it past the first semester and a bit overwhelmed going into the second one. :uhoh21:

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Hey everyone! I am 30 yr old single mom of a 10 yr old boy. I just started my first semester of nursing school on Jan 9. I live in Orlando, FL and I am going to one of the local community colleges. I had to wait almost 4 years to actually get into the program because of all the prerequisites. Plus it didn't help the fact that I was only going half-time because of my job. I am currently not working so I can concentrate on school. Right now, my thought is "what have I gotten myself into," because this course is getting very difficult. There is sooo much information being learned and at such a fast pace, too. I keep trying to think positive, though, and I keep telling myself I will get through it, but wow! This is going to be some road trip.

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Hi ,I'am Sara ,single ,20years ,3 semester student nurse.

In Saudi Arabia.:)

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Hi, I am Julie, married, 32 years old graduating in May USA NC

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Hi, mother of 4 in Louisiana....last semester!!! I graduate March 9, 2006

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Hello,

My name is Bill and I am in the 2nd semester of a 5 semester program. I have 2 daughters with a third on the way in April. I am 35 and taught high school for 8 years. I am now home with my girls and going to an evening weekend program at Huron School of Nursing in Cleveland, Ohio. So far so good I am really excited for the career change and wish all of you luck.

B.

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Hi,

I'm a 29 yo mother of two girls 9 & 7, married, and in my final semester of nursing school HURRAY!!!! :balloons: It's sure been a long haul. I just joined the forum today, still getting to know everyone.... Staying pretty busy though, I may only get to check this thing on weekends....

Ladygray92

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I am currently in my last semester for my LPN at Delaware Technical & Community College. I will get a diploma in May which will allow me to take the licensure exam. I am continuing at Del Tech next year and will graduate with an Associate's Degree in May of 2007. I can't wait. I have a little boy who is almost 4 years old and a wonderful fiance. I work part time at a local grocery store and I am attending classes full time. I would like to continue my education atleast to a Master's degree. Once I get my Associate's I plan to only go part time so I can spend more time with my family. I would like to specialize in pediatric oncology.

--Stacey

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