I was unemployed the entire year, and didn't spend all my time hanging out at the local coffee house or around town like I used to do. So I was home a lot with plenty of time to read.

This year I won't be able to do that. I finally am going back to school after 17 years out. I'm excited, but very nervous at the same time. I am determined to make this work this time, and eventually I hope to get a degree in history (not much you can do with that!!).