I have a little statue in my office of a vase with flowers and the words “Your Life Is Now.” I look at it several times a day; but rarely do I “see” it.  More often than not, the profound meaning of this saying escapes me. The fact is, life is moving whether I am living it or just merely coasting along for the ride.

Time is passing and I can either blink and it’s gone or I can live a rich and fulfilling life.

I choose the latter.

This week, I applied to graduate school to study for a Masters in Education. It will probably take me two to three years as I will only be going part-time due to time constraints.  That means, I will have to add classes, studying, homework and cohort groups to my already jam-packed schedule.  That means, I will get less sleep and have less money for shoes and purses because tuition bills come with going back to school.  I’ll see my friends less and I’ll be less available to do many of the things I do now.

So why bother?

Because I want to prove to myself that I can accomplish something great - even after being out of college for many years.  Because my kids don’t need me every second and I want to do something for myself.  Because a Masters in Education opens doors and gives me tons of flexibility in my career.  Finally, because two to three years are going to pass by anyway.  And I’ll either still be me or I’ll be me with a M.S. in Ed. 

I choose the latter. 

 

Wish me luck :)