As I am trying to return to school to obtain a professional degree, we had a family discussion about our options. We compared the traditional programs with accelerated programs and decided that the accelerated track was the right choice. In three years I can achieve what traditionally would take four. This means that we can begin our family sooner, but not too soon :)
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We also had to take out a map. Because these accelerated programs are limited compared with the traditional track we have fewer choices, and they are spread all over the country. We have a great program in our backyard. This is the easiest choice, and will likely be the front runner if I get an offer. But today I have only one interview... across the nation in New England! As winter approaches a snowstorm recently knocked out power to the school. So my email to accept the offer in still in cyber-space awaiting power! Our discussion about location included how my husband, who I have followed for his career, will likely have to follow me for the next move. While he is okay with the concept, the reality may prove different and we are trying to emotionally prepare for this difficult decision.
The pins in our map of possibilities include Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Georgia, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. We have rolled the dice and are awaiting interview offers. My first interview offer is a weight off our shoulders, we have a chance to make this happen. But it will be a whole new life in a whole new location. Let's hope I get more offers and have a wide range of possibilities from which to choose. We'd rather more options to make our decision difficult rather than being forced into only one option.
So, will we be moving across the nation? Tick-Tock... Time will tell :)
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