I need advice

[PhillyKev 0]

Don't worry about what other people think. But moving back home could be tough. You're used to independence and doing things the way you want. Your parents are still your parents. It really depends on your relationship with them. When I moved out at 20, my Mom said, "You're welcome to stay as long as you want, but once you move out, you can't come back. Not because I wouldn't let you, but because it would never work, you'll hate it and it would be rough on both of us." I agree with that 100%, but your situation might be different.

[Deuce 1]

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I don't think anyone would call you a loser for moving back . Do what you have to do and don't worry what others think .

Wrong on the first point, right on the second, methinks.

Never underestimate the pettiness capacity of people. They will dog you about it to your face and behind your back.

But you should always do the right thing, and screw anybody else's opinion. Do YOU think you're a loser for moving back in?

You can never be too edumacated. For whatever reason, those sheep skins (easy, Clay) get you to job interviews where you then get to sell yourself to an employer. It's a bitch, but without them you just can't get into that interview room.

When I was forced-retired from lar enforcement I had no, NO, salable skills. But I had gotted my Master's at night school thinking I might be a manager someday (contact high from handling too much crack, no doubt).

Anyhow, lots of used cops are driving the golf ball retriever at the driving range, or taking dirty pictures of divorcing couples, but I was able to get this lousy-but-well-paying job that keeps me in the sky on weekends.

My advice? Move home, buckle down, take a huge classload and get both your BA and MA at the same time. List out the classes you have to take and start knocking them down. You'll only be at home to sleep, so you're parents won't be an issue, and you'll lose most of your friends cause you won't be available to party.

But your DZ friends will be there, and you have a great way to relieve stress with jumping.

So, when you come to the fork in the road, take it!

YB.

JP

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[nws01 0]

JP, I thought you would help a brother and and recommend she moves to Boston. She seems excited! I can't wait to meat her!

[Deuce 1]

OK, use your connections to get her admitted to Boston College in exchange for room, board, and a nightly application of Nathan sweat.

Yeah, that's the ticket!

[megscott73 0]

I even have a 4.0 GPA right now. Boston College? NO PROBLEM!

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Meghan

[nws01 0]

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I even have a 4.0 GPA right now.

Alright! I get a smart chick who is a hottie too! We will have to have children and send them to M.I.T. so they can talk to Bill Von on here translate it for us!

[Chief 0]

Meghan: Sounds like a good deal. The small rent would help cement an adult relation. Having done the "live back with folks" thing; I would suggest just talking about potential snags once you move in. Up front about your coming and going, your social life, etc. will all be a plus after you move in. It is an outstanding offer from your parents to help you catch your dream. Good luck, and let us know!. . .Bill

[christoofar 0]

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OK, use your connections to get her admitted to Boston College in exchange for room, board, and a nightly application of Nathan sweat.

Yeah, that's the ticket!

Hmm... being in Boston a friend had to remind me as I sat along the banks of the Charles river...

"Ugh, dude... Harvard isn't expensive."

Me: "What?"

Friend: "It's not."

Me: "You're crazy."

Friend: "See those ugly buildings over there, past the Prudential tower?"

Me: "Yeah."

Friend: "That's the most expensive univerisity you'll find anywhere."

He was pointing at BU.

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[christoofar 0]

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Come and live with me in Boston. Free rent, I will help you get through AFF and all I ask for in return is.....ughhhh.....

WOOHOO!! OK!

Meg:

Boston is the most awesome city on the planet. You ought to try it out for a spin! Cambridge, Charlestown, Medford... it's all good. My parents lived up there in Brockton back in the 60s when my dad used to work at the Chase Naval base (now shuttered).

I'm trying to find a good IT job in Cambridge so I can get close by MIT. Found a couple companies that want me!

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[carbonezone 0]

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Do it meg!!!! The payoff (finishing school faster along with less stress from working full time and going to school) is well worth it. I was working full time and doing the school thing too and it dam near killed me, well not really but it sucked! Think about it...you will hardly be there anyway....and sounds like your parents are great and supportive folks!!!
pssss....MORE JUMP MONEY!!!
Good luck,
Tami

[freeflir29 0]

You could always get a job as a stripper. Work 1 or 2 days a week and make more money than you do now.


Leave it to me to corrupt young beautiful women!!!

[DJL 235]

My ex-girlfriend (still buddies) is doing the same thing right now, working on PHD and is about to move back in with her mother because it'll save her $900 a month and she'll have her own floor of the house and still be close to work. I think what really makes it for her is that she'll be able to live at the house and be independent of her mother. I think that's the important part.

-doug

"I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher

[christoofar 0]

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My ex-girlfriend (still buddies) is doing the same thing right now, working on PHD and is about to move back in with her mother because it'll save her $900 a month and she'll have her own floor of the house and still be close to work. I think what really makes it for her is that she'll be able to live at the house and be independent of her mother. I think that's the important part.

-doug

So... it's a green light then for the orgy at mom's place?

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[trilete312 0]

Don't let the thought of what others think force you to pass up a good opotunity.
My only advice, sit down with your folks and have a talk about what to expect. If you go out at night and either A: aren't coming home or B: are getting in very late, are they going to sit around and worry and think about calling local ER's looking for you? If you can get a good set of ground rules down right from the start things will work great.
Good Luck.

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[DJL 235]

Well, her mother is in her 60's but you're right, my ex would probably not even hear us. Wahoo!
-doug

"I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher

[sunshine 2]

Move in with the folks. If you get along with them, there shouldn't be much problem. And who cares what people think of you living with your folks. If i could live with mine, i would. School is a priority!!

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[smiles 0]

Get your education for sure, whatever it takes-
I feel if your priorities are right you would go for it, live at home but skydiving would be limited during that time....to respect what your parents are offering you.

As parents- we both skydive and have sons/one 23 one 18-both still living at home until their education is completed (we saved funds for both their education)
As oldest is now completing his 3rd. year apprentice and becoming a journeyman- paid off his jeep- and just started skydiving!! he feels secure and is ready to move out, be responsible on his own.
If he had not got his education completed now- would be welcome in his future to move back and complete his education (but not pay off a vehicle and skydive at the same time)

Smiles.