Tuesday, February 7, 2017

The Final Countdown

Well, I am finally on the downward slope towards graduating Grad School. I started my capstone course yesterday and it is going to be intense to say the least. These next 8 weeks are going to consist of a lot of writing but in the end it's going to be worth it. I was going through my syllabus yesterday and the requirements for the final Integrative Project Literature Review had me intimidated. I've written plenty of papers but 30-35 pages is a lot. I foresee lots of late nights with coffee and/or liquor haha.


I've had a lot of people ask me what I plan on doing after I graduate. I've gone back and forth between pursuing my PsyD or waiting until we move again next year and go back to work. I've already looked into a variety of PsyD in School Psychology programs and there are a few online programs that would work, they incorporate online work with field work in your location. 

As of right now, I would love to wait until E is old enough for pre-school and then go back to work as well as pursue my PsyD on a part-time basis. All of this is contingent on if we are in Kansas for 1 or 2 years. Of course this could change and I could decide to not pursue the PsyD and work part-time in the school system instead. On the other hand, I've had those who have questioned my decisions because I am a Mom. No matter what I decide, E will always be my #1 priority and I want to show her that she can do anything she puts her mind to and that she has no limitations. If we were to ever feel that she was suffering due to a decision we have made than we will make changes.

There are so many variables that go into these decisions but it feels great to have potential goals and to have a passion and desire that my husband supports. I am proud that I went from not having any form of degree 3 years ago to about to graduate with my Masters.

I'm proof that it's never to late to achieve your goals. 


20 comments:

  1. That is amazing! Dreaming big truly does get you the stars! You go girl!

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  2. I am so happy for you and all that you have accomplished, not only for your own goals but for your family in general. You are a role model woman. I need to get this motivation in myself to even taken my CCRN exam this year!

    XOXO Rachael
    http://aduchessandablog.blogspot.com/

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    1. Thank you so much, Rachael! I appreciate the kind words. :)

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  3. That's so awesome that you have goals and dreams, AND a few options for how you want to accomplish them. You're kicking butt!

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  4. WooHoo - so close! I hope you do pursue your PsyD - what a powerful statement yo'd be making for your daughter about the values of hard work, education and pursuing your passions. Plus, I think school psychology is really interesting and you could impact so many of your daughter's future classmates and friends for the better.

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    1. That means a lot! I really appreciate this!

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  5. Everything you have achieved is so impressive!! You are going to do amazing things with your education!

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  6. Amazing that the end is near!! You are awesome for having the will to go through it all - you totally rock!

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  7. I'm so proud of you!! You are such an inspiration!!!

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  8. You're so amazing! Best of luck, but I know you'll do great!

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  9. Good luck! I'm sure you'll paper will be awesome!

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    1. Thank you!!! :) I'm excited to get started.

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  10. You've done that so quickly! Good luck with your final paper, I'm sure once you get into it 35 pages won't feel so bad :)

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  11. Don't allow other people to influence your decision on career and/or school. It should be between you and Kyle. People will always judge, no matter how you decide. Make the decision that feels right to you and fits your current situation.

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  12. Isn't it crazy how just because you're a mom others think you can't do anything other than be a mom?!? It's crazy! Do you and don't let anyone let you change your mind! Congrats on being so close to the end!

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Love hearing from you!! :)