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04-01-2010, 05:53 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-01-2010, 09:24 PM by Lindagerr.)
You have made it through some very dark days, but you and your spirit came out the victors!! cheersmate Congratulations on a job WELL DONE in more ways then one. Enjoy your accomplishment:hurray: :hurray: and know you are stronger for having not let life keep you down. Thank you for an honest yet uplifting "it can get done" post.
Linda
(P.S. Great timing too. I am feeling overwhelmed by all that life is demanding,, but I will not give up, I will try just one more test. Then maybe I can do just one more test, then just 2 more FEMA. Sometimes we need to break our plan down and appreciate each little step.)
Linda
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Failing is not the falling down but the refusing to get up. You've gotten up all right! Thank you for detailing your story even though you didn't have to. Congratulations for a job well done.
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Thank you for posting your story. This really encouraged me today!! It is posts like yours that keep me going. Congratulations on your accomplishment!
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That's life, Mapalo. We all have had things bog us down at times. Heck, I've been doing the on-again, off-again pursuit of my bachelors for years (sooooo close now) and more than once almost gave up (probably would have too without this forum)! The point is that you stuck with it, waded through the BS and crossed the finish line. Be proud for not giving up and of what you've accomplished. Go get yourself the adult beverage of your choice and celebrate! cheersmate
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Your story is so inspiring. Thank you for having the courage to share it with us. I think we've all felt like giving up at some point (I know I certainly have - more than once) but it's through the sharing with others and support of others that we somehow make it through.
I could not be happier to read that you've accomplished your goal! And, now you're driven to get a second degree. You are on a roll - keep it going! :hurray:
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Nice work. I also watched your progress (and subsequent disappearance) and therefore knew of some of your special challenges and problems. Your success is a great example of one of my favorite quotes. Congratulations!!!
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Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.
Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent...
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Congratulations. Know always that the IC family will try to support you!
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All I can say is...great job!! I am awestruck right now after reading your post because of the determination and success you've accomplished despite everything. I guess all I can say is congradulations and keep it up!!!!!
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