It's that time of year... (rant)

[Queen_Dopplepopolis]

With a year or so left in a Education degree, does that mean you'll be student teaching sometime soon? That can scary and exciting, but it will at least be different.

I'm actually not an Ed major - I'm a history major and will be getting my teaching cert. sometime after I graduate (whether it be right away or ater a year or so, I'm not sure...)

Good thing you're surrounded by friends here on the boards!

Ain't it the truth?! That simple statement made me feel *much* better. Thanks, Dave.

 

[fusangite]

I'm a nontraditional student, having quit my job at 30 and gone back to school. I'm 32 and starting my junior year. I like the college atmosphere, but more for the faculty than my fellow students. Some of my best friends these days are former professors. I just want to get in, get my education, and get out so I can move on with my life.

This is much like my life. I find professors are a pretty retiring and socially unsuccessful bunch as a whole so entering into their social world can be win-win. A number of my professors and former professors have a keen appreciation of the parties I put on.

So, QD, if you feel out of place amongst the other students, enter another social category. Why not bring more of your politics to school -- interact with your professors who are on your side politically in a way where you are the senior/authoritative person thereby balancing the relationship.

And I'm also with ForceUser on don't dawdle. It is inconvenient and socially awkward to be an undergraduate in your 30s. Fortunately for me, being a doctoral student and TA is slightly less embarassing.

 

[Angel Tarragon]

Ain't it the truth?! That simple statement made me feel *much* better. Thanks, Dave.

Many, many friends!

 

[DaveStebbins]

I'm actually not an Ed major - I'm a history major and will be getting my teaching cert. sometime after I graduate (whether it be right away or ater a year or so, I'm not sure...)

I probably should have remembered that from previous threads.

Ain't it the truth?! That simple statement made me feel *much* better. Thanks, Dave.

You're welcome, QD. One of my regrets from GenCon is that we didn't get to spend any time with you and The Universe. You seem like cool people and I think it would have been fun getting to know you two better. From what everyone else has said, it sounds like you guys were pretty busy and popular, so maybe next year. Just think, by then you'll be practically all done!

-Dave

 

[Staffan]

I do the same thing when I go to the bathroom.

Oddly enough, that's where most of my inspiration strikes me.

Aim better

 

[Angel Tarragon]

You're welcome, QD. One of my regrets from GenCon is that we didn't get to spend any time with you and The Universe. You seem like cool people and I think it would have been fun getting to know you two better. From what everyone else has said, it sounds like you guys were pretty busy and popular, so maybe next year. Just think, by then you'll be practically all done!

Yup, TU and QD are pretty cool. We had a good time playing Sky Galleons. I'm going to have to do more stuff with 'em next year. Looking forward to it!

 

[The_Universe]

Yup, TU and QD are pretty cool. We had a good time playing Sky Galleons. I'm going to have to do more stuff with 'em next year. Looking forward to it!

Always nice to hear.

Getting married has always made balancing work and life and school tough for us, but we do our best. Things like Gen Con where we can get away from *all of the above* is really, really cool. And, of course, having a sort of electronic social club (it's like a constant party, really) is a nice way to be able to socialize as a couple without compromising much of that work/life balance.

 

[reveal]

Always nice to hear.

Getting married has always made balancing work and life and school tough for us, but we do our best. Things like Gen Con where we can get away from *all of the above* is really, really cool. And, of course, having a sort of electronic social club (it's like a constant party, really) is a nice way to be able to socialize as a couple without compromising much of that work/life balance.

Nice to see you post again.

How's the swanky job going?

 

[Queen_Dopplepopolis]

I'm just getting ready to to hop into bed (gotta get a good night sleep before the first day of school, you know) and just wanted to say "thanks!" to everyone for being so supportive and understanding. I tend to get really worked up really easily and it's just not good for me. I am so blessed to belong to this community. Thanks.

 

[Crothian]

okay, guys...it's clear, she bought it!!