Sarah Magdalene wrote:Maybe you can re-enroll in school, get a GED, or take some college courses and what not? Much better than being reduced to sitting about and self loathing. Many community centers and community colleges do hold classes for those who have been out of the higher academic scene for a while. Heck, in some you can simply take classes with the rest of the regular students. If you would feel awkward amongst the youngsters, one can also take courses online via various universities and colleges. Personally I liked having older people in my classes. They were the ones who were most helpful with group projects and really shown interest in their studies because they were so driven to make up for all that lost time.
I know that when I was in college they had a group called MANTAS, with a plush manta ray as their mascot. Their name meant Mature And Non Traditional Aged Students.
Look about, maybe you'll find some place that may take you.
Actually, Sarah, I am a high school graduate, with an Associate's in Broadcasting/Journalism and a Bachelor's in Ministry. When I was getting my Bachelor's, I was in my late 40s. But I had a few classmates that were older--one lady was 65!
I just don't understand why my family chooses to believe this rubbish. But back in the 60s, you listened to the professionals, their word was gospel, even if it was based on junk science. Took me 35 years to find out that what they said about me was a load of crap. No, if I had to take courses, I'd take office computer applications, and the last time I checked, HP offers them for free online. Now I just have to have the self-discipline and find the time to actually sign up and take them.
