I never thought I'd say this, but I kind of miss college. Having a schedule of each day and a list of things to do and errands to run does not seem like something anyone would really miss, but I do. I am currently stuck in limbo and, let me tell you, it's hell. Don't get me wrong, it was nice to have the ability to sleep in every single day and do whatever the heck I feel like it, but that got old pretty quick. You know what else gets old? Having no money or income. I have taken the role as dog-sitter for my aunt and uncle while they are back and forth from Florida for a few months, but that role is ending and that doesn't exactly scream "stable adult job." I wouldn't call myself a serious spender but I do like to do what I want...which is usually something that costs money. I am working on getting my nursing license, however me and my family are having a hard time forking over the ridiculous amount of money needed to take the licensing exam. But I'm getting there. Hopefully I will have the exam taken (and passed) by the end of March and then I can start my job hunt. Which is a whole other terrifying task that I don't even want to think about at the moment. Having an adult job sounds so wonderful, but first not only do you have to float in limbo for a bit and give lots of money to a company for a piece of paper that says you're legit, but then you get to sit in front of someone is a fancy suit and glasses (probably) while they judge you. Ah!! Limbo is also a stressful place where you get lots of time to think about all the crap you have to deal with in the near future. It's great.
On the up side, I will be vacationing in Florida with my family next month. I'm so excited!! I know it's only Florida but I haven't been on a vacation in YEARS and I'm tired of this polar weather here in Illinois. Can't wait to wander around the Keys with a drink in my hand and a spring in my step.
I'm still not quite sure how I feel about having a career as a nurse. I made it through school alright, but that was a limited amount of time. And I knew summer break would always come. I think I can find a position that I will enjoy and then I'll be able to tell everyone I was wrong about not being cut-out for a job as a nurse. Or more likely, everyone else will be happy to tell me that I was wrong. But either way, I'll take it.
