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In reply to the discussion: If you could live your life over again [View all]Tanuki
(14,919 posts)juggling the responsibilities of being a wife and the mother of 4 kids. She took community college courses the first year and then transferred to a low-cost state university, and completed her bachelor's degree in 4 years. You might want to look into the offerings at community colleges and vocational/technical programs near you. There are generally many certifications available with 2 years or less time commitment. Even if you don't think 30 is young (because it's the oldest you've ever been, so far), when you are 65 you will look back and realize how young it really is. The choice you can still make today will determine whether the 65-year-old "you" is still looking back with regret, or with relief that you chose to take the active steps needed to change the course of your life going forward. You can do it!