Go back to School?

I just sent an email inquiring about online Addiction Counseling courses at the U of M. I don't know if I will really do it. It depends if I get a job at the lottery within the next few months. If not, maybe this is a good time to change my career path.

Dear Sir,

I am interested in enrolling for some or all of the Addiction Counseling online courses offered this fall.

Recently I have been laid off from my job and found it is not easy finding a good paying job I may like in today's market. So, now I figured it would be a good time to go back to school and try something new. I am looking into becoming an Addiction Counselor because I see how many people are suffering out there in our community who need help. I have seen how destructive addiction is even within my own family. I would want to be able to help even one person regain control over their life.

If it helps, I earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Great Falls in Microcomputer Management in 1996. I also have two years of college credits from the University of Montana I picked up in the mid 1980's.

As an advisor, can you tell me what I need to do next to get the ball rolling if I get your permission to proceed?

Thank you,

My life today

Obviously I have not been posting much to this blog, my life seems on hold right now. Unable to continue to do much with my to do list on this page. Sad

I did manage to hold a garage sale. (not worth it) And, I have started to fish in our creek. Might still take fly fishing lessons this summer. Maybe.

Otherwise I am struggling to enjoy being laid off. Some days its great some days it is not.

There is plenty to do around the house, but getting motivated has been difficult. It's like working out, once I get started I'm good to go.

Today, I have spent most the morning online blogging and checking out a few of my social sites.

I need to stop now and do my weekly required job search. Wish me luck.