What was I thinking...

I did it again - forgot how to access my own blog!! :) So why the long gap since my last post?

Was trying to decide whether to stay in the first course - or bail.

When I met with the department head and discussed with her my concern about needing to miss several Wednesday classes. I failed to look at the weekends I would also be missing. This year has been heavier than usual with four retreats, two weekend meetings and a video shoot. Where was the time to study? Do the necessary research? Write the papers? Do the interview of a justice worker?

What was I thinking?!

I did need - and was granted - an extension for the midterm.. Once again, I felt bummed about the quality of my work but had to let it go.

And right after turning it in, the tuition was due.

Pay it - and slug it out?

Or bail - and give it up until my schedule changes? Maybe until my LIFE changes?!

I finally paid it (choke).

Last night I got my four grades for the four midterm papers. Knowing I now have that "gold" in the bank to offset a future "deficit", I am determined to do the best I can with all the remaining requirements.

I have talked with other 50+ women who are workign full time and working on a masters. What were we thinking?

That we wanted to fuel our passions and prepare for the next decade of ministry! Not even knowing what form it will take but just being obedient to God's leading.

And we all are saying the same thing: lower your standards and learn as much as you can!

I can think of three such women, all in the Covenant - Karen, Toni, and Linea. Know of any others??