I think this is the best place for this thread..

Basically, I'm feeling pretty defeated.

I have been wanting to be a RN since I was 13 years old. Now I am getting ready to apply to school and don't think I will be able to get my license because of my criminal record. I have both a juvenile and adult record of theft. I know, I am a GREAT person.

I have a few options, but all of them suck.

I could go ahead with school and work with an attorney and hope that the board of nursing grants me my license with the possiblity that all the work will be for nothing.

Or I could not and try and figure out another career that doesnt require a state license.

On one hand, until I get my license I will feel anxiety over my future if I go ahead with school. How will I put my all into my school with the future of it so uncertain.. knowing it could all be for nothing.

It is all I think about. I spend hours upon hours researching online everyday. I don't know how much longer I can continue this...