By: ibuys

ibuys — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 04:07:34 +0000

@JS

Thank you for your comments! If my story made you think, then I know I've done my job. I know how you feel, believe me, I've been there. I wouldn't try to tell you what to do or anything, but it's never too late. I know that sounds cliche, but it's true. I'd encourage anyone to finish their degree, and if its really on your mind, than maybe it really is time to take another look at it.

Best of luck to you!

By: JS

JS — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 07:37:55 +0000

Well I can't decide whether to applaud you or damn you for telling your story. Your article reminds me of my own academic accomplishments (or lack thereof). I was never very motivated in high school, but did manage to fumble my way through it at the time. College though, was a different story. To make a long story short, I flunked out my first year of college, went on to finish a 2 year degree, and then again did poorly when I transferred to a 4 year school. I currently still only have earned that 2 year degree and just work full time (also in IT). Not a week goes by where I don't wonder whether I should give it one more shot and buckle down and try to finish my Bachelors.

The reason I applaud you is that you overcame lots of obstacles in reaching your goal. The reason I damn you is that your story made me think it might actually be worth it to go back and finish my own degree.. I almost had myself convinced that it wasn't. Much like you, I lost a measure of respect for myself by quitting, I know I have lower expectations of myself than before.. Through your story I see that it's possible to reclaim that sense of respect, and how it might be worth it, despite the challenges (which makes my not facing them seem all the more cowardly).

In either case, a very big "congrats" to you for finishing! Along with earning back your own respect through finishing, you've earned mine by sharing your story of triumph, so thanks...

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