How the economy has changed my life

              
       Although I have not been affected by the economy like a lot of other people, it
has opened my eyes in many ways.  I was able to maintain my job and living
arrangements but I saw that changes needed to be made in my life.
When I was growing up and learning responsibilities of having a job, I never realized
that one day it may change. I always thought “hey, you can always go get a second job
to make it”! Now you are lucky if you can find any job opportunities but fortunately, I
have been able to maintain my job for the last 5 years, which I am very thankful
for. Even after many of the incentives had been taken that is needed to make it.  I
then open my eyes to see that there are many people having hard times, by losing
everything that you could imagine. Including jobs, personal belongings and even place
to sleep. Then I saw that chance to make it better for me and my family. I then
decided to make a move forward by continuing my education.  So last semester I made
that big step and enrolled in my first semester back in college.  I can’t say it’s
been easy because it has been very hard. I still remain working full time and attend
school in the evenings.  Learning how to study again was my biggest fear, but I know
in my heart I can do it. 

    No matter how bad the economy has been, it’s never too late to further your
education. You will never be too old to learn.  It will only get better for you and
your future.  Soon I hope to receive my degree as a registered nurse.  Good luck to
everyone who decides to make a change.