Tough Decisions
Being a mother, I am constantly researching and analyzing. Are immunizations safe? I have researched and decided that they benefits greatly outweigh the risks. I want to know what cereal would be the best for my boys to start their day with. Oatmeal works out best for our family: whole grains, low sugar and inexpensive. My list can go on, but I must keep this short so as not to bore my many readers.
The most recent big decision that I have had to research and figure out was whether or not to start back in school. I have recently started working full time for the first time since having my children. Both my boys are getting so big so fast. I want to be able to provide for them all of the opportunities that I feel they deserve. Those opportunities cost money. After talking with many family members and researching jobs online, I have decided that the only way I foresee myself in a decent paying job is to get a college degree. How will I pay for college now, though? Again, I consulted family members and researched online. I have found that there are programs that offer financial help to fund schooling. I have also found that college debt is “good debt”.
Once I get my degree, I can teach and make a decent living, while working similar hours and days to fit the schedule of my children. Daycare will not be such an issue for my finances. I will have the nights, weekends, holidays and summers off to spend with them.
For the time being, my life is extremely hectic. I am having to create new routines that allow me time to get my school work done. I have started taking naps on the weekends to help me catch up from the lack of sleep I get during the week. Overall, I feel this decision was the right one because in the long run, things will be just the way I want.