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Now Is The Time For Me To Pursue A Dream Deferred

Some thoughts on pursuing your dreams and why now is the right time for me to pursue mine!

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Now Is The Time For Me To Pursue A Dream Deferred
Siobhan D'Angelo

When I think about what motivated me to apply to law school, I come up with a few cliche answers. I adored Matlock growing up. I'm stubborn and I love to argue. Law and Order is one of my favorite shows, currently.

The truth is that the practice of law is as far removed from what is depicted on Matlock as possible.

The truth is that a love of arguing has nothing to do with being a good lawyer.

The truth is that Law and Order often galmourizes what can happen in a courtroom.

The truth is that I still want to go to law school. I always have and it seems I always will.

I've been told by pretty much everyone I know that I shouldn't. Law school is hard. You never have time for anything but studying first year. Jobs are scarce. The LSAT is the hardest test you'll ever take and you have to ace it- the pressure isn't worth it.

I have heard all of those reasons and yet, here I am about to apply to law school six years after I graduated from college.

The pesky thing about dreams is that they have a way of coming backs to haunt you if you've ignored them. I've ignored this dream, pursued other interests because it seemed to make more sense at the time. The truth is that I'm glad I waited until now to apply. I've grown, matured and accrued a vast amount of life experiences that undoubtedly make me more equipped to handle the rigors of law school.

Do I have to ace the LSAT? Yes. I still that a daunting prospect? Sure it is.

Is it possible? Absolutely. That's the point. Achieving a daunting dream is the best kind of accomplishment.

I'll make a deal with you. I won't give up on my dream if you won't give up on yours. Do whatever you need to do to make yourself happy. I'll be cheering you on. At least, I'll be cheering you on until next August when law school starts. After that, you'll only be able to find me in a law library

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