Relief

I can never recall a time when I have been so stressed about something.  That is a testament to how good my life is.  I know in the big scheme of things passing or not passing a test is not that big of a deal.  It felt like a very big deal these last couple of days almost to the exclusion of all else.  That being said

I PASSED!

If I never have to take another standardized test again in my life it will be too soon.  I will be mounting my pass form on the wall or putting it on the fridge or something.  The test was terrifying and while I dd a fair bit of catastrophizing around failing, the bottom line was if I was unable to pass I would have issues with my position at work.  Glad it did not go that way.

When I picked up McKayla from the Community Center at school and told her I passed, she got out of her seat and gave me the biggest hug and said she was so proud of me.   That felt pretty good.  It also felt pretty good to come home and sit down and not study or do any homework.

I really did not mind going to grad school and frankly I enjoyed most of it but I am excited for the next adventure in my life and hope it is to be a bit more peaceful for a while!  I am looking forward to camping and family reunions and coming home from work to clean the house!  Looking forward to the next chapter.