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SprinkL3
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Originally Posted by bpforever1 View Post
So, I just taught another student. I have two more to go tonight. Then, I have to work on my administrative tasks from this morning.

I am doing ok. I am getting by somehow. I feel blessed. I have to finish the course I'm taking this week. And, I have to get started on my application essays. I did enjoy my time off this past weekend though. It was nice to go out and enjoy the scenery although there were many people outside as well. And, sprinkL3 I'm planning to apply for a program in the USA, not here. I could not imagine going to school here. It is so expensive here. They charge a ridiculous amount for tuition here. I'm not sure it is on par with American universities. Some of the colleges do have English-taught courses. But, I am not interested in going to school here. I would not know where to start and even how to apply here. Anyways, I am applying to an American university that is reputable and very competitive. I may not get in so I'm a little worried about this. But, I can try since there is no harm in trying. They asked me about the highest degree I received and they were impressed. I don't know why it matters. But, they are competitive so they want people with doctorates. I don't know what it has to do with medical/ science writing. I also have a high undergrad gpa. Again, I don't know why this matters. I think all that should matter is if I can write or not. I can write but not well. This is the reason I'm applying to this program so I can learn to write decently. I took the bare minimum of writing courses as an undergrad but took a heck of a lot of science courses. I don't know if this matters. But, my writing is poor at best. I want to improve. Also, I thought about it and realize if I don't keep myself busy that I'm going to revert to my bad behavior of seeking abusive men. Thus, I want to remain busy and productive as much as possible. Of course, I want to remain healthy and stable as well. So, playing hard and working hard is my motto now. I'm so much happier now that I'm working and am free. Life is so much more manageable. I will see what happens overall. I could have regrets that I'm old and not making that much, But, I realize I have challenges that others don't have. Thus, I am doing well despite having many setbacks.
I think you will do awesome at any university and grad program! You seem to have the passion, the skills, the grades, and all that - even though you see beyond all those superficial things and look at the heart of the matter when it comes to writing. I, too, have stellar grades from my undergrad years (straight As from 2010 on, but didn't do well in the 1990s - long break of 2 decades changed me LOL). I chose the wrong major and courses, so I'm not competitive at all. I would need to make up for my lapse by going to grad school and then getting a new recommendation pool for doctoral programs, if that is something I could still do in the future. I'm almost at the point of giving up on that dream though.

Anyway, I think you could do it. You sound like you have a great plan, and it also sounds like you're taking care of yourself wherever you are. Hopefully you are healing and doing the best you can for you!
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