Been Doing Some Thinking…
Posted by imaginebliss on March 29, 2009
Work is going smoothly for me right now. I’ve got enough properties to maintain so that I can provide for myself. Dave and I are doing great together. I feel like our relationship has reached a new level of independence and maturity. Not sure when we’re getting married. I don’t feel like we have to do it anytime soon, we’re comfortable where we’re at for now.
But, I’ve been thinking. When Dave and I do get married, more income will be needed if we are ever to buy a car, a house, have children, etc. I’m not ready to have children. I’m not even sure I want to. I know Dave doesn’t want to do recut services forever, and neither do I. I’ve looked at several career options, including massage therapy, interior decorating, sign language interpreting, and various others. I always come back to animals.
I know for sure that is where my heart is. Veterinary technicians and assistants don’t make enough to support a family, but veterinarians do. I feel the urge to do something with my life, pursue an education, and have a career. I don’t know if I’m cut out for 6+ years of veterinary medical school though. It’s a lot of money, it’s a lot of time, it’s far away, it’s disciplinary. I know I’m smart enough. Dave has expressed much support, saying if I needed financial help he would provide while I study. I’m so lucky to have him. I appreciate his encouragement.
Even if I complete pre-requisites for veterinary school, I may or may not be admitted. There are SO many issues to factor. I know I’m still young, but I can’t help noticing that every year is going by faster, all the while I’ve done nothing with myself but work meaningless jobs here and there.
I’m stressing myself out. It would be extremely difficult to get started on this. I would have to move away, and I’m so afraid to be away from family. I wanted to stay in this town home for many years, at least until I can buy a home. Any advice, ideas, encouragement, words of caution, constructive criticism, and practical reminders are totally welcome. I need to make a move for my future, and I don’t want to make the wrong one or wait around for something while the right one passes me by.
melnye said
Way to go and think! It sounds like an exciting and daunting decision you are trying to make. More power to ya! Furthering your education is always a good idea. I think you would be an excellent veterinarian too. The Ensign has a bunch of articles all focused on Education. For some reason I picked it up and read it yesterday and I was excited to read so many wonderful things. The Vet school here at Oklahoma State University is amazing, one of the best in the nation. I think I already told you that. You would probably need a degree in something before applying, but if you ever wanted to come out here and check out there program you would have a place to stay. You could even talk with a guy in our stake presidency who teaches at the vet school about what he recommends. Good luck with your decision. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if you think of anything. Don’t worry about the money- government loans are our best friends right now