Real World Mom

…Of my second semester of college.  (What did you think I meant?!)

I can’t believe how quickly this school year has gone by!  So many new experiences–mostly good ones–and so much that I’ve accomplished!  I never really believed I was capable of being a college student.  I was lazy horrible in high school, so how could I possibly succeed in college??  Amazing what a different perspective and a great support system can help you achieve!

I was even able to overcome my fear/dislike of math!  To me, that is absolutely one of my biggest victories so far.  I honestly considered dropping the whole idea of going to school because I’d have to take math courses.  Guess what?  I’m an ‘A’ math student!! Not only am I capable, I am capable of kicking it’s ass!!    I can’t even begin to tell you what this has done for my self-confidence.  Amazing stuff!

So, only two more days of classes and three more final exams until the official end of my first year as a college student.  Sad and exciting all at the same time.

It’s true! I still breathe–though not so great at the moment, because I have a nasty cold!

I’m in my second semester of school already. I earned a 3.8 grade point average last semester, which included an A in math! (Miracles do happen!)

We’ve added a couple new members to the family:

This is Smokey…

And this is Murphy…

That’s right! I scored a 91% on my math test! Woohoo!

It feels like forever since I’ve posted!  I’ve been so busy with school (homework), that I seem to have very little time to do anything else!

I’m enjoying the experience of attending college, though I have been feeling a bit overwhelmed at times.  I’ve begun wishing I’d only taken four classes rather than five.

Tonight is my first test of the semester.  In math.  Surprisingly, I’m feeling fairly confident about it.  I’ll let ya know how it goes!

I miss my bloggy family, and I hope to be more involved with you all again soon!

While I’m sad to see summer come to an end, I am very excited about starting school on Wednesday!

I’ve got everything ready to go, from my financial aid (thank goodness!) to my notebooks and pens.

Nervous doesn’t accurately explain what I feel. I know once I’m there that I’ll be fine. I just have to stay calm enough to reach that point!

The kids are not as optimistic as I am about going back to school. (Although I think “B” is more excited than she is willing to admit.)

While we’re on the subject of back to school, I was recently made aware of The Community FoodBank of New Jersey’s BackPack Program. There are many children that rely on the free and reduced lunch programs at school, but do not have enough food to eat at home on the weekends. The BackPack Program provides backpacks full of food to those children who have the potential to go hungry over the weekend. To make a donation to this important cause, visit their website or donation page.

I wish everyone a safe and smooth transition into their school days!