craftymom101
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Post by craftymom101 on Apr 18, 2019 2:59:33 GMT
oaksong I'm not resentful (I don't think?)... more sad. The past 4.5 months have been extremely difficult for me and I could really use some family time (and support). I know I'm being petty and ridiculous. Right now I'm applying for jobs. I've already had one interview and I hope to have several more. I am looking for a full time position within my degree field.
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Gravity
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Post by Gravity on Apr 18, 2019 3:04:04 GMT
Congratulations on your degree!
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Post by hop2 on Apr 18, 2019 3:11:09 GMT
Congratulations!! That is a great accomplishment. As othervpeas have said I am proud of you! You will go on to accomplish so many things.
Please remember YOU define what success is for you. No one else. You have done this, you can do anything! One step at a time.
We peas will all be there in spirit when you finish!
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Apr 18, 2019 3:11:21 GMT
I would be sad, too. The degree represents so much more than just the education for you.
I am proud of you! Really, really proud of you! You have overcome so much, and the next chapter is just beginning. Congratulations!!!
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Post by quinlove on Apr 18, 2019 3:20:15 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2019 3:28:55 GMT
Thank you for the congratulations and well wishes. I do realize that graduating college in my 30s is far different than graduating right after high school. I went back to school for me and the betterment of my life and I'm proud of my 4.0. I plan on taking myself out for a drink next weekend to celebrate. Find some other older students, invite them over for a party.
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Post by monicad on Apr 18, 2019 3:34:50 GMT
Thank you for the congratulations and well wishes. I do realize that graduating college in my 30s is far different than graduating right after high school. Even more reason to celebrate. My kids are in college right now and while they are good students and are working hard, they aren't raising children, running a home, worried about money, etc. I think going back to school as an adult is a huge leap of faith and takes a lot of courage, and to do it as well as you have is extremely commendable. Please keep us updated on your plans and if you do something fun...again, you deserve it!
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Post by jubejubes on Apr 18, 2019 3:37:34 GMT
oaksong I'm not resentful (I don't think?)... more sad. The past 4.5 months have been extremely difficult for me and I could really use some family time (and support). I know I'm being petty and ridiculous. Right now I'm applying for jobs. I've already had one interview and I hope to have several more. I am looking for a full time position within my degree field. Will your boyfriend be able to attend? OR To go out for dinner with?
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Post by deafpea on Apr 18, 2019 3:41:41 GMT
I don't think I can add anything to what has already been said but I wanted to add my most heartfelt CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! to you. Graduating from college is a huge accomplishment in and of itself, and to do it while raising two children and all that comes with being an adult is even more amazing. Plan a celebration for yourself! And get a cap and gown and get pictures!! Merilee
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Post by alexa11 on Apr 18, 2019 4:00:37 GMT
Congratulations!!!
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Post by wendifful on Apr 18, 2019 4:42:14 GMT
Huge congratulations to you! I'm currently in my mid-30s and went back to school in 2017 and it has been HARD to do, after being out of school for all those years! I had forgotten how to do school things, like the correct way to cite sources, etc, so that is so awesome that you are graduating with honors! Maybe you could hire a photographer for an hour or two to do some portraits of you on the campus to share with your family and commemorate the event? Doesn't have to be on graduation day or even in a cap and gown! You could even wear a funny T shirt saying something like "if I went to college with two kids in my 30s, you have no excuse!" and print a bunch of them as wallet sizes and give them to your kids every time they complain about high school and/or college, sort of like a ref throwing a red card!
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Post by mom26 on Apr 18, 2019 4:52:24 GMT
Are you still in Ohio? I'll come to your ceremony and take you out to lunch after! Serious offer. No, I am in Florida now. Thank you, though, what a sweet offer! Where in Florida? If you're anywhere near Tampa, I would be thrilled to celebrate with you! That is an tremendous accomplishment and deserves some 'hoorah!'.
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Post by malibou on Apr 18, 2019 4:58:52 GMT
Way to go! What a truly rewarding experience and accomplishment to show your children. I'm proud of you.
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Post by scrappintoee on Apr 18, 2019 5:54:21 GMT
I think you should organize some sort of celebration for yourself. Host a small party, take the kids on a weekend trip or rent a cap and gown and have a photographer take pictures of you around the campus. You deserve some sort of celebration! I LOVE auntkelly 's idea !!!! 😀 I’m sorry you’re feeling so down about your parents not coming, but maybe some of your friends will have a party? I realize that ‘s not the same as family, though. What a HUGE accomplishment !!!! I can just imagine howwww hard this was for you! Major props, and (( hugs ))
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Post by flanz on Apr 18, 2019 6:43:13 GMT
WOOT!! You've accomplished a great deal and so many peas are proud of you! I'm sorry your family has disappointed you, and I hope you DO find some fun way to celebrate. xo
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RedSquirrelUK
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Apr 18, 2019 9:21:00 GMT
Congratulations! I suspect that those who haven't been very supportive think that because you're an adult, the whole cap and gown ceremony is not so important. And for some people it wouldn't be. I'm sorry you're sad about that, but it doesn't take away from your amazing achievement. WELL DONE!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2019 10:32:40 GMT
Congratulations! That is an amazing accomplishment.
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DEX
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Post by DEX on Apr 18, 2019 11:06:50 GMT
WAY TO GO!! I am so freaking proud of you. You are a sterling example for your kids. You showed them that hard work and diligence can open a whole new world. Best wishes to you. Now go out and kill that interview!
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Post by myboysnme on Apr 18, 2019 11:20:03 GMT
I am excited for you and all of your pea family is excited for you! WHOOHOO!! You did it!
It IS a huge deal and you now you have achieved it.
Be sure to post photos of your graduation!
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Post by gailoh on Apr 18, 2019 11:31:33 GMT
craftymom101, We here on 2-P's, you have the Pea family, are very proud of you...so where do I send the money for that drink? Seriously...
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Post by dudleypippen on Apr 18, 2019 11:36:01 GMT
craftymom101, We here on 2-P's are very proud of you...so where do I send the money for that drink? Seriously... Agreed! I would happily contribute to a drink fund! I’m back in school with two kids and working full time and it is a challenge! Celebrate the obstacles you’ve overcome and brag about what you’ve accomplished! Congratulations to you for rocking your degree and best luck in your interviews!
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Apr 18, 2019 11:44:03 GMT
Not only to have achieved the degree, but to do it as a single mom of two young children and with a 4.0 is pretty darn impressive. It is truly a milestone for you and worthy of celebration.
So figure you out a meaningful way to celebrate it. Be creative and do something fun.
In regards to your family not flying out, consider this. It may be one of those things where you've sat around and over-thought your way into feeling disappointed and cheated by this. The more you think about it, the more you validate your own feelings. Put a stop to that. Re-frame your thoughts. You can think your way into being okay with this as easily as you thought your way into being upset about it. The mind is a powerful tool. As you've proven with your studies.
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iluvpink
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Post by iluvpink on Apr 18, 2019 11:46:24 GMT
Congratulations on your achievement, that's wonderful! Great job!
I'm sorry your family won't be there for you. Do something fabulous for yourself!
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peabrain
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Post by peabrain on Apr 18, 2019 12:05:42 GMT
GIRL! I am at 43% and I'm DYING!!! I can't wait to get to 50%. That is one of my life goals. So I congratulate you SO much! YOU ROCK! And I would have seriously gotten on a plane and come to your ceremony!
I am not sure I am going to mine when I graduate either. I'm not sure my family would make the effort. However, I think that I will buy an cap and gown and make a photo spread for myself (for posterity and instagram sake!) Is that something you could do or would want to do? Would a little something make you feel better? A nice dinner? Hey what's that boyfriend doing? Is he around or did you kick him to the curb? Is that you I'm thinking about? He didn't do much for your bday? I hope he's doing something for this!!!
At any rate you rock!
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Apr 18, 2019 12:05:43 GMT
Are you still in Ohio? I'll come to your ceremony and take you out to lunch after! Serious offer. ETA - just read that the deadline has passed. I'm sorry! I’d do the same!!!
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Post by cakediva on Apr 18, 2019 12:08:00 GMT
Congratulations!! That is a big deal - way to go!!
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Post by beebee on Apr 18, 2019 12:25:10 GMT
What you accomplished was huge!!! It sucks that no one is coming to graduation but honestly, you just need to somehow push that away from your mind and focus on what an amazing example you have set for your kids!! Congratulations!!!!
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CeeScraps
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Post by CeeScraps on Apr 18, 2019 12:31:50 GMT
You DID IT!! You worked your tail off to accomplish a degree. With everything going on in your life that is amazing and something you need to be proud of. I would bet your parents are too. Your kids don’t understand. It will be years before they do.
Have a party at your home. Display that degree and maybe even the books or notes or whatever you have that isn’t on the computer to show your achievement in plain site!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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schizo319
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Post by schizo319 on Apr 18, 2019 12:46:51 GMT
I'm sorry that your parents aren't coming to your graduation. I'm in absolute awe and admiration that you were able to finish your degree (with a 4.0 no less) while parenting and going through what I'm sure was a difficult separation/divorce. That is such an incredible accomplishment!
Congratulations and know that all of us here are so very proud of you - what a great example you are to other women out there! Enjoy your celebratory drink - you certainly earned it!
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anniebeth24
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Post by anniebeth24 on Apr 18, 2019 12:56:17 GMT
My mom worked on her master's degree in the midst of motherhood. She finished it in six years when my brother and I were in elementary school.
I vividly remember going to one of those iron-on custom t-shirt shops and getting her a "Class of 78" shirt because I was so proud.
You are positively influencing your kids whether anyone else notices or not. Go Mom!
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