hi jewels,

your dog sounds like the best. i'm glad you found each other.
i recently had back surgery and it was the best decision i made. my rehab has gone well and i am almost pain free (except for muscle pain).

i think you'll do fine in your schoolwork. anyone who has a passion in their heart for something will succeed. i was an RN for 35 yrs. when i went back to school for my BSN i had to take a remedial algebra class. math was never my best subject. but, i was able to pass and finished school.

best of luck to you. let us know how that all goes.