moonbean

Perhaps "scapegoat" or "whipping boy/girl" ???

Ooooohhh! That's the BEST! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!!

Tweety/Max, you're quickly becoming a true source of inspiration for me! I have to work full-time while doing a 2-year LPN evening program. I'm mentally preparing myself for being exhausted all the time and doubtful a good part of the time. But I feel committed to doing it. Thank you for taking the time to cheer us newbies on. Jeanne

great thread heather! name: jeanne school: state of ct lpn program (classes at local vocational/technical school) program: lpn what area of interest at this time: not sure yet but i love old people and crazy people and addicted people.....will see where that takes me! biggest fear: failing what you'd like us to know about you: i love music and animals. i'm liberal and open-minded. i think i'd make a great nurse. i'm glad we are all here together and cheering each other on. good luck to us all!!!!

I have the same exact question. I'm 40 and starting LPN school in August. I have no savings (blushing....am I the only one??). I plan to stay at my current job and work as many hours as possible while going to school in the evenings. I figure I'll be able to work around 30 hours per week (vs. 40). I won't be bringing home as much$$ and I'm also worried about being able to pay bills. I'm looking into financial aid through the state, as well as possibly taking out a home equity loan to pay down some debt beforehand. My parents will also be a source of some help. Basically, I'm jumping and hoping the net will appear. I'm committed to do this, whatever it takes. If it causes temporary financial hardship, then so be it. Good luck!!!!