All smiles today folks! Mini financial crisis averted. Today I walked into the financial aid office and said “Hey! I’m not paying your stinkin’ tuition! I’m coming here for free and you’re gonna let me, or else!” Obviously my intimidation tactics* worked because they agreed. I will be attending school with a big fat smile on my face knowing ZERO amount of dollars came out of my pocket.
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Later I went to get fingerprinted for my massage therapy license. It was fast and easy. More importantly, it was ink-free. God bless technology. I filled out the paper work, wrote a check and mailed my application today. I expect to be licensed in a matter of weeks. Give me your money and I will rub** your back!
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My grandma was ever so kind to offer to pick me up from the train. I called as I was getting on to let her know I’d be at my stop in 15 minutes. No answer. I assumed she was outside. I called when I got to my stop. No answer. Eh, I decided to give her a bit more time. Called again. No answer. I called my aunt to get my grandma’s cell phone number. Called. Not even on.*** So I called another aunt to see if she’s heard from the folks. She tried calling nearly an hour ago and there was no answer. So it’s safe to say we were a bit worried. They didn’t say they were going anywhere and usually my grandma doesn’t take my grandpa when she goes out.
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So needless to say I was concerned that maybe somebody broke in and murdered them. Then I started thinking about what my cats would do in a situation like that.**** Would they stay inside and lick the dead bodies? Would they turn into ninja cats and kill the attacker? Would they run outside if the door was left open? Aunt #2 picked me up and just as I got into the car guess who calls? My grandma! It’s been an hour! She went to the bank and forgot to turn on her phone. Bad grandma, bad! But hey, at least they’re alive!
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* Intimidation tactics, eh not so much. Turns out my estimate of $27,000 was a little fudged and really my tuition is only $13k. I ended up getting 15k in federal aid. No loans for me suckas! But still, if anyone asks, it was the intimidation tactics. I stood on a chair and everything (you know, so I’d be taller.)
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** By rub I mean get a minion to smack you around a bit.
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*** Rule #1 of having a cell phone: turn it on.
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**** Notice how my concern for the grandfolks quickly turned into worries about my cats. Yeah, my priorities are in the right place.
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you are just quite the busy bee. work, school, 2 blogs, massage therapy school?? WOW. i give you major cool points for organization and follow through : )
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aw sounds like lots of reasons to smile. yay for no money out of your pocket, definitely a plus!:)
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I can’t even imagine how good that must feel. Congratulations and study hard!
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I do *not* miss all that tuition stuff. Blah.
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Alexa -
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I will gladly accept those cool points. Thank you
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Katelin -
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It makes me want to go buy something haha!
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Ben -
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I intend to
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Deutlich -
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I’m not very fond of it either.
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Dude. Your hair is looking awesome in that pic.
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So glad everything worked out with tuition and that no one was murdered and cats didn’t escape!
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Woo hoo! So glad things are looking up!
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I have a feeling I would feel the same about my cats in that situation.
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PS I LOVE your glasses.
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Congrats lady! However, do you realize that financial aide is actually a “loan”?
It is. Trust me. lol I’m paying on mine as we speak. Blah.
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I am so glad the tuition worked out for you. And what’s better than free school? Congrats!
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Miss Jenn… Did you by any chance pray or meditate for your money woes to be resolved?
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Sign me up for a massage. I’m a crazed bride. All the advice books tell me to pamper myself from time to time!
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When my mom first got a cell phone, she always had it off or left it at home. What’s the point of having a cell phone then?
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Oh, and I’m officially jealous of your loan free life as I prepare to take out loans for the next year and contemplate grad school. Fun financial times ahead.
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Jamie -
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Thank you!
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me too!
Modern Gal -
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Renee -
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See? I’m not the only one! Thanks! I love them too!
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Curlysue -
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Oh but you’re wrong. These are grants I received which do not need to be paid back. Ah ha! I win!
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Vanessa -
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There’s nothing better than free school!
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The Missus -
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I’m always hoping for resolution to my financial woes
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Nilsa -
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I can’t promise you pampering, but I can get out some pretty mean knots.
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Amandabtv -
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Exactly. And don’t worry, I’m sure next year I’ll be taking out loans.
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That is so wonderful! Free tuition! I’m sure it was your intimidation tactics. Just positive.
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Awesome! Many congrats to you. Could you pass me that fortune so I can find a place to live? Thanks.
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Allie -
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Thank you
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Cheryl -
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I need a roommate haha!
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I’m glad everything worked out!
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So what was she doing at the bank for an hour? She must be rich!
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Dude! I’m so happy for you. I’ve been following this via Twitter and wheee, I’m so glad to hear you’re smiling.
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Lucky!
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Nice pic.
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Cute pic!! heehee And yay for free school! Woo! (What are you going to school for?) Glad your grandma’s ok
Mine rarely hears her phone ring. lol
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Noelle -
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Me too!
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Accidentally Me -
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Something with IRAs. She claims they bank made her wait like a half hour. Mmmhmm..she’s probably hiding her millions.
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The Ex -
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Thanks!
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Dan -
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Very lucky and thank you
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Clueless Cat -
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Happy dance for free school! I’m going for Movement Sciences.
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My dog would totally stick around and eat the body, she will hang out if there is blood around. Sorry, I know that sounds really gross. But she loves to lick blood. Ok, I’m going to stop talking now, there is no way to make that not sound terrible.
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Dutchess -
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Hahaha! Yeah that’s pretty gross, but I’d probably comment with the same thing
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anything free should put a smile on your face
… well maybe not anything. lol
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Funny post and great news! I’m sure you’re relieved.
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I just want to tell everyone who already loves Jenn that she donated money to me for a bike ride I am doing in June (for MS research). on her student’s salary and administrative assistant salary, she took the time to give a little and I am SO SO IMPRESSED!
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Thank you Jenn.
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And ps. how did you get grants versus loans? right now, my school is only offering me loans and I WANT FREE! Should I try your intimidation tactics? Hm…
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Michelle -
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Yeah…sometimes free stuff sucks.
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Strugglingwriter -
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Very relieved! Now I can worry about next year haha!
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Erikka -
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Well that was quite a lovely thank you haha. I’m glad I was able to donate. My aunt has MS so I’m happy to support you. I already emailed you my tips for free money.
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YAAAAY no tuition! i’ll totally tell anyone who asks that it was all intimidation, all the time.
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hmm. i might even take some smackage by a minion at this point, i need a massage prettttty darn bad…
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Alice -
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I say get a real massage, no slapping by minions!
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