PhC. Doctor of Common Sense

My mother always told me growing up that if you lack common sense you really have nothing else. I was never one to pursue an education, I was just reared in a family that place strong emphasis on education.

Some people feel that having an educational degree can increase their chances for a career or income. Truth be told; a degree just looks good on paper. This is not to say gaining an education is not important and meaningful. It is very meaningful, but, how it changes you is what makes the difference. The statistics state that the average income with a high school diploma is $30,316..Well, I was making $35,000 working as ERS in a call center in the late 90's...Far more than what entry level teaching jobs paid. It paid more because of 6-month wage increases with yearly bonuses...It also matters what career field you enter, your family size, lifestyles, etc...

When I completed my masters last year..All I heard from family was get the doctoral, get the doctoral. I was like, why? So, I can be valued by my titles. NOT! I rather be valued by my beliefs in how God's sees me and how I treat people. Do not get me wrong, there are many people with doctoral degrees that are extremely humble and they use it order to help others. However, there is a high percentage that is pure arrogance.

I recently decided to go back to school to obtain an Ed.S. degree that is a post-doctoral of the Ed.D (Doctor of Education). I initially had no plans of going back to school. I was just looking for some classes to get certificates in. I want to work with adults pursuing their GED's, while writing my own books.

I believe for me pursuing an education is my love for writing. Most graduate programs invovle writing! I do not fit in with many of the Ed.D. or PhD. candidates and some alumni. I guess I am too down to earth and love laughing and enoying my life. I believe you can be focused, determined, and rewarding to others while being COOL as the same time.

Some people need a title to feel important, I just need GOD....