My GF said: If you go back to School then I will give You a Job. lol
By cynthiann
@cynthiann (18602)
Jamaica
April 10, 2013 9:46pm CST
I was in the bank for two hours today. Then had a glitch and I sat it our as I did not want to go back tomorrow as it was nithng that could be done by phone. As usual I had my kindle with me so played solitaire and chatted to a few people deciding to make the best of it. Then a GF of mine for over forty years came in the bank. She is a realtor and I thought that she had retired.
Our husband's were at High School together - it was a Boarding School and they were good friends. We are now both widowed.
So as we chatted I asked her to look out for a part time job in managing a Villa or something as I would like to earn a little more money. She looked at me and said if I did this course in the city and got licensed then she would employ me in her office. It turned out that the owner of the company she had worked for, gave it to her as she had worked there for thirty years.
I can't go back to school I said. I'd probably need botox or something and lie about my age before they let me in the door.
Think about it she said. You can wear jeans and sneakers.
I do that already I said.
You will meet students, she said.
Thirty years ago I taught students, I said.
My friend honestly believes that this past middle aged lady can study and learn things and take exams?
I've smiled each time I thought of it. If you were considered to be very grown up would you be brave enough to go back to school again?
My friend honestly believes that this past middle aged lady can study and learn things and take exams?
I've smiled each time I thought of it. If you were considered to be very grown up would you be brave enough to go back to school again?5 people like this
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Dawn. How could I pass examinations when I can hardly remember diddly squat? I think that it could be fun though
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Maybe - but if I have to do Math then I am out of there
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@celticeagle (166911)
• Boise, Idaho
11 Apr 13
From what you said all she expects you to do is the one course. What can be hard about that? Now if was several I would have a problem. One I might be able to handle. I would give it try. Might be fun.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I hope so. I will have to see the course details and see what it entails. If it means math then I won't have a chance although there are calculators these days that may keep me out of trouble
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Every friend who has responded to this post is encouraging me to do it. I'm really thinking hard about it
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@GardenGerty (160663)
• United States
11 Apr 13
Cynthiann, in this field I think you would do well. I think your maturity would be a great asset. I would love to go back to school, just have nothing in particular I want to study. I feel like it makes me younger.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I like the idea of doing it but not sure that I cojuld manage the nitty gritty of actually sitng down and learning new things and what would be harder is to remmeber them
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I do apologise for my spelling errors. I only see them after I have responded. so I cannot proof read either.
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@GardenGerty (160663)
• United States
11 Apr 13
The things you learn you will put in practice, and then you will remember them because you are using them. Learning new things keeps you mentally sharp.
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@sid556 (30960)
• United States
11 Apr 13
yes!!! I am old but young at heart and you are also young at heart. I don't even remember your age but does it matter? You aren't beyond learning and obviously your friend feels you are qualified for the job. If it were me, I'd be so excited. You are excited, right? I can feel it for you. ...something to look forward to and make you feel alive!! DO IT!!! I can just tell by how you wrote this that you really want to do this so do!! Oh and by the way ...I've said it before and I'll say it again with maybe different words but you look dam good..still not recalling your age but you don't look old and you sure don't act it. No need for botox..ugh.
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@sid556 (30960)
• United States
11 Apr 13
well, you mentioned botox and so it is good to know you wouldn't go there...never saw anyone who looked better as a result of it. You look more than amazing for your age and your spirit is so young. I only know you from on here but you really do not seem old at all. Does chronological age really matter? I don't think your friend would offer you the job if she she didn't feel you were more than qualified for it.
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
No age doesn't really matter I suppose. I am so begining to change my mind as you all seem to think that I can do it
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I am very old - on the other side of 65 plus some but you are all being supportive so maybe I will look into it. Thank you for the compliments. No way would I ever do Botox
@katsmeow1213 (28716)
• United States
11 Apr 13
You are never too old to learn new things! So they say..
But these days lots of people of all ages are going back to school.
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@katsmeow1213 (28716)
• United States
11 Apr 13
I will be interested to hear how it goes, if you decide to go.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I will let you know. Lilybug posted a link about a ninety plues year old graduating from College along with her granddaughter
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
You know, I am amazed. I posted this discussion thinking that it would give you all a laugh but everyone of my friends is ancouraging me to go for it. well, I will investigate the cost etc and I would have a place to stay in Kingston
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@deazil (4730)
• United States
11 Apr 13
I live in a town surrounded by colleges. There are at least ten, less than an hour's drive from my house. I've seen people of all ages going to college. Most of the colleges are large, nationally/internationally known schools. There are students as old as 65-70 going to college. Maybe older. I don't know. Continuing education is really big in this area. Maybe other places too. I suppose the only deterrent would be if you can't remember anything from 1 minute to the next. I mean a really bad memory. Otherwise, it's kind of the norm to keep learning. GO FOR IT CYNTHIANN!!!!
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Wow! YOu friends are really taking this serioulsy so maybe I should have a look at the programme online to see what the requirements are. And I am past 65
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@deazil (4730)
• United States
11 Apr 13
65-70-80.....What's the diff??? You can do it if you want to, I suppose. I thought you were serious about it. I know at the senior center here there are a couple of people older than me that take some kind of classes. And I know one of them is 70 because she's exactly five years and 1 week older than me. The other one's a guy and it's hard to tell how old he is. He dyes his hair. hehe But I think he's over 70. His face is pretty wrinkly and it looks kind of silly with the jet black hair. Good luck, whatever you decide to do!
You can do it if you want to, I suppose. I thought you were serious about it. I know at the senior center here there are a couple of people older than me that take some kind of classes. And I know one of them is 70 because she's exactly five years and 1 week older than me. The other one's a guy and it's hard to tell how old he is. He dyes his hair. hehe But I think he's over 70. His face is pretty wrinkly and it looks kind of silly with the jet black hair. Good luck, whatever you decide to do!1 person likes this
@carmelanirel (20942)
• United States
11 Apr 13
Now you knew I would reply, because I am an example of an older person going to college. Yes right now I am only studying online, but after this summer and this fall guess what? The rest of my classes are ONLY on campus and if I can follow the plan my adviser and I worked out, fall 2014 will be my last semester and then I will have my degree! So yes, go for, I would if someone offered me a job... Of course you'd want to make sure it wouldn't be a job you would find not for you.
So yes, go for, I would if someone offered me a job... Of course you'd want to make sure it wouldn't be a job you would find not for you.@carmelanirel (20942)
• United States
11 Apr 13
Cythiann, I think if you really desire this, you can do it. Is there anyone you can depend on to help you study? That is important, and I'd probably study more if I had someone, but I don't.
Then again, unless I don't understand, I am pretty self-motivated, so I get by. 
In fact in a couple of my classes, (both psychology classes) we only have to do 12 out of 15 writing assignments and I recently got an e-mail from both instructors that anyone who has done 12, doesn't have to do the rest. But I am doing the rest, because I am only getting a B, and when they give the final grade, they will take my highest score, so I might be able to pull an A in both classes..
In fact in a couple of my classes, (both psychology classes) we only have to do 12 out of 15 writing assignments and I recently got an e-mail from both instructors that anyone who has done 12, doesn't have to do the rest. But I am doing the rest, because I am only getting a B, and when they give the final grade, they will take my highest score, so I might be able to pull an A in both classes..1 person likes this
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Well, if I was licensed and sold something under the name of her company then I would get part of the commission. Perhaps I could do it but my memory is so bad but then I don't know unless I give it a try. I have shown apartments before to prospective buyers as part of my last job but was never given a commission. You have done so well and your family must be so very proud of you. I wil find out more about it
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
No, no one to help me but I would have to live in the city for a month so probabky next autumn as I just know that the judge will give the twins to their mother. She hasn't brought them back BTW but I do get to collect them from school and drive them to her each day as she has given up her rental car. They were both a little awkward with me yesterday but today may be better.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Everyone is sio supportive. I will look into going for it - maybe. I will think about it a bit first.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I just looked at the link. What an amazing lady!
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@allknowing (136369)
• India
11 Apr 13
I don't think age has anything to do with one's willingness to learn. It is indeed an exciting prospect to be sitting with youngsters and what if you topped them all. Think again.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
It is just that from two open heart surgeries my memory is still messed up. I am not sure that I could learn anything new but am going to investigate further. Thanbk you for your encouraging words
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I am a lot older than you and this cannot be done online. Have to attend classes at a College
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@eagletrek2 (5499)
• Kingston, New York
13 Apr 13
Hi to day there a lot of people going back to school for
differnt subject no matter what there age is
to make a better living.for me i can not afford to
go back.and today depending on what you need for
the job a lot if it you can do on line.
if you could afford the school first thing to do
is get that job offer in writting with a wintness
this way when your done witht hat school you have that
job.I met a lady at my temple she was close to 80
she just enrolled for some kind of college
corse ,I for got what it was. but my rabbi said good for her
it a good example to set for young people.ok have good day.
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
14 Apr 13
How kind of you to respond and you have such a positive attitude towards learning and life. I do have to find out the cost though as this maybe a factor
@Jlyn10 (11965)
• Malaysia
11 Apr 13
Think about it as a challenge. I still study, especially Bible Studies, and any free courses online that I am interested in. It's always fun to learn new things.
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
I am interested in you mentioning free courses online. what kind of fre courses are these?
@Jlyn10 (11965)
• Malaysia
12 Apr 13
They have many types of courses there and they're all free to take. They will even give you a certificate upon completion. I don't know if they have the course that you are looking for but you can always check it out - http://alison.com/
If the link doesn't work, just type - alison.com
All the best!
All the best!
@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
11 Apr 13
Sure you can !!! you are a smart lady there.I see it in your posts. Get busy go enroll.
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
Aww - you are kind.
Bit dumb in many errors ansd worried about memory but I am going to find out the details
Bit dumb in many errors ansd worried about memory but I am going to find out the details1 person likes this
@Laurenlynn (715)
• Canada
11 Apr 13
I say Go For It these chances do not come along every day. Age has nothing to do with it, as long as you are young at heart (which I am sure you are) and your health is good now what else could possibly stop you from this great opportunity! I believe this came to you for a reason, It may be the best thing that ever happened to you. Oh the best part you get to wear jeans and sneakers, I say go for it girl!
@bunnybon7 (50973)
• Holiday, Florida
12 Apr 13
so true. my hubby took courses in his business and went to the schools they suggested when he was 63yrs, and was taking one when he got sick last time.
he believed as long as you are breathing you should learn1 person likes this
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
12 Apr 13
You husband had a wonderful attitude and one that I should copy but I am older than he is . I am going to check it out though and who knows? Maybe I can do it
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@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
maybe I will just do that. My daughter laughed though and said it wouod be too much for me - but then I am older and wiser than she is1 person likes this
@jillhill (37354)
• United States
11 Apr 13
At my age I wouldn't go back to college anyway. If the course was shorter like gettiing a realtors license I might do that...the class doesn't take too long. I think I would find it hard to concentrate on the lessons.....and college for sure I wouldn't do....
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
It is only for one month so I am investigating what is required and the cost of course.
@artemeis (4194)
• China
11 Apr 13
I am a little surprised where you are saying that you are unlicensed all this while as you manage the Villa. How can that be? Was your friend mistaken?
I think you are educated from experience to be licensed which I believe educators would consider a waiver for you. I am sure you are way ahead of your class, should you attend.
On the other hand, it would be rather cool to see you go back to school. BTW, is it really an academic school?
@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
11 Apr 13
No, there is no license needed if you manage a Villa. I don't deal with taxes etc and what is due to government. No, she is not mistaken. It is an academic school - a course to be taken at one of the Universities but it is only for about six weeks full time. and no, a waiver would not be granted as I do not know the law and all the technical stuff
@celticeagle (166911)
• Boise, Idaho
3 Dec 15
I am excited for you. I have actually tossed around the idea of taking some literature and journalism classes but never have done so.
@bunnybon7 (50973)
• Holiday, Florida
12 Apr 13
i take it they dont have any community college there? i went back to a community college when i was in my late 40's because my late hubby advised me to. i wanted to learn more about computers. then, i dropped out after 2 months. my job gave me a promotion and i had to have more time. plus, i was way ahead on my class and got bored. i think you could do it. there are online programs you can start. maybe she would take that certificate. you are to intelligent to let that go to waste@cynthiann (18602)
• Jamaica
12 Apr 13
There are community colleges but this course is only offered in the city at a College. I will check but i don't think it can be done online as the course is just for one month. The thing is that before you are given a licence yu have to attend an interview of the Real Estate Board and get a clean report from the police etc. I guess the rules and laws differ from country to country but if I could find a course online I could find out if it would be accepted out here. Thank you for this great information. I would prefer online and will check it out.
@inopiratum_a_medio12 (877)
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11 Apr 13
why not, haha that's funny she's a good friend, you can do whatever you want to learn learning is continuous and besides you don't have to limit yourself to have fun to enjoy things
@Auntylou (4264)
• Oxford, England
3 Dec 15
yes I think i would, though I am I guess much older than you !
