The Hobbit was an inspirational book to me in school for many reasons. Later in college it was nice to recall that Bilbo, a hobbit in his fifties, started his exciting adventure at a later age than what is typical in the popular opinion that only the young can under go journeys that allow us to grow as people. Inspired, I felt the world was open to many possibilities to all of us at any age and all walks of life. The older you get, the more people expect you to have “figured it out”, but life is not at all that simple and never goes entirely as planned. I am here to tell you that it is okay!
College acceptance of students of any age should be enough of an example of teaching people willing to learn at any age, and that new beginnings is not exclusive to those younger than thirty. You don’t have to figure out what life style or career will bring your true fulfillment by twenty-six. You can get your toes wet in fields you are interested in and try new things all you want. If you find it doesn’t meld with you- I implore you to keep looking for that sense of happiness and fulfillment. I have heard from so many sources that you must learn to just grin and bear the life of employment and it is typical to hate your job. But why must that be?
It is possible to look forward to go to work every day and be happy. We hear about those who found the jobs that make them very excited. If you find that your interest and happiness is not in your current field, I would suggest starting at the bottom rung of the ladder of a new career you have interest in. Learn the trade and see if it is a right fit.
Life is full of new experiences. Try new things, dive in, and enjoy the journey we are endlessly trying to figure out.
Cassandra Starling 
It’s funny that I never related to Bilbo as being an adult on an adventure, but he was! I absolutely believe that starting new adventures, continuing your education and learning new things is so important and even more so as we age! I have taken many classes and a lot of them free through Coursera, although there’s nothing like being on campus and immersing yourself, you don’t always have to jump in. You can get your toes wet, as you say, and find your joy!
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Yes! I agree! My next post touches more on my own personal education. I’m still trying to figure out my next step. But we are never too old!
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Never!! Even if I have to write everything down and then forget where I put those notes, lol!! 🙂
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