Those are the too-true words my sister used to describe my week’s endeavor. Tomorrow I start a 6-day intensive at Union Seminary in Richmond for a degree program I began this Fall. I will arrive with my dreams and a cardigan, one baby and two babysitters.
This all made so much sense when I toured the campus back in June. It continued to make sense as I studied and wrote this Fall, and even made sense as I packed my Book of Confessions into a designated school bag, and eight extra onesies into a diaper bag:
But right now my stomach is flip-flopping and I’m thinking that perhaps this is all too crazy.
I’ve leaving some comfort zones and getting on a path and I still believe it’s right but that doesn’t subdue the fear, self-doubt or logistical challenges, so right now I’m going to do some deep breath prayers and draw comfort from the fact that…
I really like my bags.
Exciting, stressful, worth it.
Oh man- I really like your bags too… But you know this already. So pumped for you- you are incredible and this is your time! Way to go, lady!!
response to your title: yes, yes, and absolutely yes!
You go for it, girl!!! And don’t look back.
Neen, not many women could face such a daunting task! I am so inspired by the way you face your fears head on and still manage to find humor amidst the insanity. Can’t wait to hear how well it goes!
I do love those bags
Neen,
Listen, you are going to be amazing. Graduate students sound intimidating, but they are not. They generally (no offense to any grad students out there; I was recently one myself) have no idea what they are doing. I have said it before, but it is worth repeating: They will be in AWE and FEAR that you are starting this program WITH A NEWBORN IN TOW. They will think they are useless; their lives have no meaning by comparison.
You are Nina; they will hear you roar.
Much love,
Suz
PS: Also people will be on facebook in class. Be prepared for that.