I graduate from my city college nursing program in 2 weeks. I also have 3 kids and kind of did things backwards. It was really hard sometimes, but the highs really do outweigh the lows. I wasn't ready for a nursing program before I started my family. Being a mom gave me an advantage on certain things. And I'm definitely a better mom for it. My degree? Obsolete. My license? A whole new world. I plan to start my BSN in 3 years and finish in 5. Not to mention what a valuable experience this has been for my kids. I say get your ADN, start working, and get your hands dirty!