Just bought my books this morning and picked up my uniforms. I am 37 years old, married with 3 children and am looking forward to the career change and being here on the forum! After USMC OCS,other endeavors and 13 years in State government, I am coming back to where I was 18 years ago when I was pre-Med in College. This time I have chosen Nursing instead. My mother, who was an SICU nurse at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, always tried to tell me it would be more gratifying for me. I am following my calling and making this happen for myself and my family. First question: How did you get used to all the reading? Lots and lots of reading and haven't even started class yet!