Don't Talk to Me About Life

[vovat]

It's been a little while since I've posted anything here, hasn't it? Even though work and school are both only part-time, they add up. And in the time not devoted to those things, I'm usually either sleeping or writing topic-specific posts for my other blog. Those are more interesting for me to write, but apparently not more interesting for people to read, based on the number of comments I get. I know that's not always a good way to judge, as people can like something and yet not have any reply to it, but part of what I'm doing with my posts is trying to generate discussion. If none is forthcoming, then I get a little disappointed. I was kind of hoping the WordPress would bring in more people who don't have LiveJournal accounts, but most of those who comment there are also friends here. Not that I don't appreciate having loyal readers, mind you! Sometimes the topic-specific posts seem a bit pointless, in that I really don't have anything new to say about most of them, so I'm just summarizing information that can be found elsewhere on the Internet. I like to think I write about them in an interesting way, but it still sometimes feels futile. I guess I'M always learning new things, though, so that counts for something, as trite as that sounds.

Anyway, as I mentioned, I'm back in school. I've noticed that people tend to react with cheers when an adult goes back to school, but sometimes I wonder what's so great about it. It costs money, involves a lot of work, and doesn't necessarily pay off at the end. I guess I'm kind of bitter, because I already have a master's degree, and it doesn't seem to have helped me that much. I want to try to be more conscientious about finishing my work and looking into outside opportunities this time around, but that latter item especially isn't really in my nature. I do what's required of me as a student, but I feel awkward trying to make connections. I guess we'll have to see what happens. I'm taking two classes, one on campus and one online, and the latter is a new experience for me.

Comments

[doktor-x.livejournal.com]

I always think everyone should go back to school. Meanwhile, three university degrees and I have a job that requires one.. I try not to be bitter.. Having the title is kind of fun though ^^;

[vovat.livejournal.com]

I don't think a title comes with this certification, though.

[suegypt.livejournal.com]

Good to hear from you, stranger! I'll go over to yer uther blog to see all the rich content you used to give to us lowly LJers *snif*

Seriously, I'm proud you are striving for some goal, even though it may seem a questionable one to you right now. Who knows? It might take you to the leading edge of something you'll enjoy. I hope so.

[vovat.livejournal.com]

It kind of seemed like my topic-specific posts never really fit on here, you know?

[bec-87rb.livejournal.com]

Wow, that sounds like a mighty undertaking - good luck!

[vovat.livejournal.com]

Way to make it sound scary!

[chu_hi.livejournal.com]

...sometimes I wonder what's so great about it. It costs money, involves a lot of work...

It takes balls to go to school, plus (as you mentioned) money and effort. Lots of people want to do it, but don't have time, money, or aptitude. I'd be scared to death. Whenever I think about going back to school, I remember what it was like the first time around. I still have nightmares. That's why people cheer you ~ they envy and admire you.

[vovat.livejournal.com]

Well, really, even if the work is harder in grad school, the environment isn't anywhere near as frightening. Not in my own experience, anyway.

[vilajunkie.livejournal.com]

Mr. T says to stay in veggies, drink your school, and eat your milk. I may have gotten that wrong, however.

[vovat.livejournal.com]

Quit yo' jibba-jabba, fool!