Need some thoughts.....Long sorry

Hi Terri....thanks for the imput. I am actually not to far from my BS actually. I was attenting Hunter College right before attending St Vincents Hospital School of Nursing. The school that i was attending most recently was more of a "beauty school" but it mainly focused on esthetics, microdermabrasion, laser etc. It was something that i was always interested in. I am a Registered Nurse and most of my experience over the last 10 years has been pediatric psychiatric nursing. Very stressful at times but i love the kids. This was a little change for me. I think i am just going to relax and enjoy the beginning of my new life. I have 4 kids, ages 14, 10, 3 and 2. I will consider school again later on. Thank you so much. Everyone has been so helpful....

LisaMarie: *I* personally can not relate to your struggles (as a mother). All my 5 of my babies are 4 legged and have fur (MEOW!)...No one can make this very important decision for you (of course you know that), but ask yourself what is most important? What are the +/- of each choice? Choices have consequences both +/- I encourage you to really explore these options and give time (no impulse that may leave u saying I shoulda/woulda/coulda)....write down your thoughts and feelings. Although I do not believe MOTHERS PLACE is at home, I do beleive if that is your choice and you are able (mentally/emotionally/physically/financially etc) to do that go for it. We only have a small amount of time on this earth, WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT TO SPEND IT DOING? OR How can you find balamnce between work/school/home etc... You will make the best choice for you! Your a survivor like us all! We are surviving our DISEASE Of MORBID OBESITY! Youre a strong, intelligent woman and are capable of change and you'll get through this change in your life. HUGS of support! Jamie (who has been a lifelong learner, grad HS 1990, 2 yr assoc degree became RN age 19, then took 8 more yrs to pursue her BSN, then 2 yr to get her MSN as a psych NP, and is now AGAIN in school for her Doctorate as DNS educator!) School will always be there for me and you!

Hi Lisa!!!! Sounds like you know what you're doing and are making the right choices for you and your family. Hey, when do you go back for a follow-up? Maybe we can have coffee...this time I'll know for sure who you are!!!!!!! Happy New Year! All the best, Suzanne

Hey!!!!!!!! How are you? I was there today. I go back in February. Let me know when you are around and we can def get together. How is everything going???I am down 48 pounds so far and feeling great. Talk to you soon. LisaMarie