Experiences as an adult academic learner

As a 35 year old, I have little challenges compared to my other contemporaries. I do have a home, husband and I teach but decided never to have children. In an odd way, similar to others, I do have the minor challenge of balancing my schooling with that of work. My schedule is one that I am constantly teaching, grading and designing meaningful lessons. I do not have a planning period. By the time I get home, I cook for my husband and me and take care of things around the home. I am exhausted physically and mentally....Having to combat this feeling is quite difficult.

My joys of being a learner at my age is the mere fact that I am engaged in learning, thinking and reflection. I have always loved to learn. I am interested in knowing a little something about every topic....even car mechanics. I think the joys of learning, at any age, is one that is personal and a part of one's character.

My hopes in the following years as a learner is to proceed with another degree or use what I have learned, instill it into others who venturing through my same avenue and in turn learn from them....Learning at any age is never-ending!

People who are entering into a process of education, at this age level, should first contemplate if they really want to enter the process of reading, writing, probing, reflection, and a little stress. They should really question the aspect of balancing school, work, home and all the other adult responsibilities. The other question is "do you really like to learn or do you have a desire to expand your mind?" If yes to this last question...then everything else will fall into place.