Why is Raven black?

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Thanks for the support and hugs, guys. Much needed and appreciated! Hugs and good vibes right back to you all!

Esame, when I started college my goal was to go to med school and become a psychiatrist. I got sidetracked with my "independence" (parties, friends and exploration of life...euphemisms, all) and also had an artist/visiting prof urge me to switch to an art major. My young ego felt compelled to listen without thinking it through. But I've never lost that interest in how the mind works. I've been in education, specifically art and also dealing with special needs (my "real" job has me working with teens with autism), but now want to get back to psychology. I will pursue a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.

I'm putting my mother's issues on the back burner. I need to discuss this further with my older sis. But yes, I just don't feel that I can deal with my mom's needs right now.

Dood, our cases are somewhat similar. I'm sure there are others, too. In fact I know there are. People are strange...

I'm happy your IC is so helpful. I plan on trying to find one as soon as I'm done with the whole house to apartment move. Tonight I get keys, moving in tomorrow (and slowly this week), garage sale next Saturday, and closing on house sale the week after. Then a bit of down time (except for unpacking) until classes start in July.

Its all very do-able.

Job, thanks for checking in on me. I am taking care of me. Went out with my running group (still walking with foot issue) last night and a great dinner at a favorite restaurant...outside people watching. Reached out to a new friend I'm concerned about on the phone. Its all good. I plan on major self-care once the house closes. Hiking, doc appointments, friend time, and one big pampering session thanks to my mom's Christmas gift to me (spa gift certificate).

I'm good. First post not mentioning H (oops! I just did.)