Have only had a few classes. Never took the ACT. 1 daughter is a senior in college now, youngest start next year. They are my 1st priority. My present family business (30 years) is in bad shape. I am also a Realtor. My marriage is shaky because my H seems to resist getting a job. He will freak if I tell him I am thinking of going to school, my daughters think its a great idea. It will take a long time but I am at a turning point in life & I think I would enjoy law. I don't expect my H to support me. I am at a crossroads & I need to do something. I naturally think I might be too old & have too many responsibilities for this type of venture. Anyone else been here?
2006-10-07 07:47:08 · 25 answers · asked by waitingtoexhale 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Now is the perfect time to pursue your goals and dreams. Even if it takes you 10 years for that degree you'll be 60 and another 5, 10 or even 20 years to use it. Who says you have to retire... ever? If you love your job (or business), it's not really work, is it??? Might I suggest majoring in eldercare and estate planning. With so many baby boomers aging into retirement now, there's certainly a market for those products and services (wills and trusts and such). Do not let anyone talk you out of continuing your education. This is your life... make it what you want it to be. You raised the kids, the hubby is hopeless, and you've got the motivation to live for you instead of for everyone else. Listen to the daughters... kick the hubby to the curb. You've seen the old commercial, "you've come a long way, baby!" ... LIVE IT.
2006-10-07 08:38:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 51 a single female never married and finishing my Bachelor's of Science and Adminstration Degree at our local university. All of my family members and friends made fun of me for going back to school at my age--they are not now seeing how well I'm doing--I had to prove the point to them. You have some tough decisions to make first one get rid of H, he's in the way and no help to you. Next there are many financial aid programs and grants available at no cost to help plus student loans. I may be time to sell the family business and move on. Figure out the best way to make this dream happen. All that you sacrifice now can and will be replaced for better things after graduation. I have a lady in one of my classes that is 73 yrs old. Well honey what are ya waiting for. And you never know how everyone will react when they see you are determined, old H just might be of help after all but don't rely on it, plan that he will not. You can do this on your own and walk across the stage and grab that diploma you earned for yourself! Go for it! If you want to talk, need more encouragement I'm/ class1gal2004@yahoo.com / and I help as much as I can. You can do it!
2006-10-07 15:00:22 · answer #2 · answered by 1stclassgal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's great! I was worried about going back to school at 32, but I got so many great responses when I asked a similar question it made me see that I was just being silly. Right now I stay at home with the kids, but my youngest will be starting school in a couple of years and we're doing okay money wise right now, but we do have some pretty tough times, and I know I don't want it to be like this for the rest of our lives. I'm thinking of going for psychology or pharmacy tech. After years of raising your children, I think it's time to think about yourself, and living your own life. Good luck!
2006-10-07 14:57:04 · answer #3 · answered by sweet.pjs1 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you've been putting everyone ahead of you for a long time...now that the kids are in school and out of the house, why the hell NOT... You Go Girl! My mom went back to college when I started HS, then graduate school... you can do whatever you put your mind to...and if the hubby don't like it/support it, perhaps it's time you've moved on anyway! And don't listen to people who say you're too old...that is BS, no federally funded university can discriminate against you because of your age!
2006-10-07 14:56:47 · answer #4 · answered by i_love_my_mp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good for you. I went to nursing school at the age of 40. I wasn't the only one either!! There is a current trend of adults going to college to pursue careers later in life. I think if you really want it, go for it. The college you go to should be able to help with financial aid. Also, do a search for scholarships. There are millions of the out there, you just have to find the one that is right for you. Good luck!!!
2006-10-07 14:51:42 · answer #5 · answered by Donna J 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure why not, your going to be around 25 - 40 years yet, need something to do when you dumped into the street by your employer. I am 50 and just started a new career, about my third, likely not my last.
It is not your husband's or daughter's life, it is yours. If they don't want to get behind it, tough.
2006-10-07 14:50:11 · answer #6 · answered by Dane 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I went back to get another degree and start a new career at age 40. There's nothing whatsoever wrong with your plan: if it's what you want, go for it. You can easily end up with a good ten years or more in your chosen profession, and these days, that's a good solid career by most standards.
2006-10-07 14:51:12 · answer #7 · answered by Bramblyspam 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm going back to school myself to earn a degree in Early Childhood Education. And, I'm going to relocate to another state after having lived in California all my life. And I will be 50 years old in August of 2007. And guess what. I am not too old, and neither are you.
Go for it Sister!!
Yoli
2006-10-07 19:44:16 · answer #8 · answered by Yoli 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you never know till you try, and you are never too old to do anything, But remeber once you start something finish it, dont quit in the middle, But if i were you personally, I would get knowledge by going back to school, Then after take time off to spend with family and grandchildren Before starting another career
2006-10-07 14:59:37 · answer #9 · answered by trudycaulfield 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life experience will put you ahead of the class in college. Your maturity and discipline that you aquired over the years means you can manage your time better than younger students.
However, your Husband is important and you shouldn't ignore his wishes completely.
Is your husband more important than a law degree? Thats for you to decide. I would suggest sitting down and discussing this with him and lettering him know how much this means to you.
2006-10-07 14:58:20 · answer #10 · answered by Phillip 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋