What fun!

Here are my creative attempts:

Admit the Necessary

7Sage: Admit the Necessary

7Sage & Necessary

7Sage the Padouins

7Sage-ing the Necessary Padouins

Sage to Admit

or, 7Sage to Admit

7Sage: All things law

7Sage ad infinitum

I’m looking forward to the blog and reveal! (—not an attempt. LOL(/p)

Similar boat here!

If a group for us older, non-traditional students is started, please add/tag me. I think there was one started here on 7Sage a while back, but cannot find it at the moment. I think those peeps are done with LSAT and now attending law school.

Admittedly, I haven't been in 7Sage for a while, and am just getting back to it.

I second much of the sound advice given above and you're absolutely not alone, so thank you for speaking up and reaching others.

Yes, age counts for something in the admissions process, which means we're a URM (under represented minority). Absolutely utilize that fact!

I worry about lots all the time. I find out how to work it out, but always communicating with my kids is priority. What works for them, me, etc. We work together for everyone's benefit. I'm not saying everyone is happy all of the time, more like we take turns. That's realistic.

I'll be 50 this year, been a paralegal for 2 decades, just finished my BA in May, have 4 kids: youngest is 15 and starting college in the Fall (I'd like to think my older, studious self helped in that respect, but he worked his butt off so he deserves all the credit), and he sings professionally so "mom taxi" is another hat I wear, as all parents do.

Second oldest is disabled, lives at home (always will), and works---another mom taxi ride. Other 2 live in other state or country.

In fact, I'm "disabled" too (almost completely deaf--hard to label myself disabled because I'm able, with accommodations). I make sure I get the help I need, when I need it. Do not mistake asking for assistance as weakness (not saying you do--tell others you encounter not to do so because you will encounter numbskulls who think "traditionally").

As for motivation: my plan to attend law school within the next 2-3 years is 10 years in the making and not done yet. So I keep my eye on the end result, but also present in every moment possible. Patience is a must---I like to learn that one the hard way. lol

Yes, I have a lot going on much of the time, but I cannot deny (I've tried) that I want to practice law some day. And I'm going to use everything in my arsenal for applying to the law school of my choice. I always suggest everyone do the same---use every bit to your advantage, even if some don't think it's an advantage, put up a fight (a sound and reasonably supported argument).

Even if my husband will be retired when I start law school, so what? Age is just a number (the irony of that is not lost on me), it's more important that I do what I love, whenever I get there.

My point is: do what's right for you, and step away from anyone that isn't helpful nor supportive to your goals, whomever they are (family, friends, acquaintances, work people, yadda yadda).

If you want it, go for it. Your children will be better for it. (3(/p)

P.S. In my spare time, I like to kick stigmas in the junk. lolz

P.S. CONGRATULATIONS, @tristandesinor505 on upcoming mommyhood! (3(/p)

I'm so outta the loop. But now I'm back. Stalking a thread new you (everyone). :smiley:

I haven't yet. Can hardly wait until my area is progressive enough to show it in any of its theaters. sigh Thanks for the Allred recommendation too.

Note to self: must catch up on SJW/fascist stuff...

After "Wonder Woman" because Amazons (sigh) (real or not), my repeatable must-see motivational movie is "Invincible" with Mark Wahlberg.

Thanks for the recommendations, folks! :smiley:

I'm going to law school because I like to argue. I mean that in all seriousness. And I'm right a LOT of the time (not trying to be pretentious, but because I get my facts straight first)--the fun part is when people don't like that I'm right about certain issues. Law school will help me perfect my argumentation to be tighter than a duck's bottom.

How you like me now!? (Not you all here, but that's what I REALLY want to say when I pass the bar exams in a couple of states.)

Tie this motivation in with representing the disabled (and I'm disabled) = BOOYAH. Fighting is in mah blood. I can't avoid it so I embrace the hell out of it! :smiley:

I've actually heard the devil say when my feet hit the ground in the morning: 'oh crap, she's up.'

--insert maniacal laughter track--

@6400 , @kotyneelis602 @zaroberts1991321

REPRESENT! I'm also a first gen college student/graduate.

P.S. There are some good scholarships out there for the first gen folks.

First Gen Family! WOOT! (3(/p)

Do tell, @6400!

Looks like I'll have some PENN buds! YAY!

@gregoryalexanderdevine723 said:

Welcome back, Bev. I missed the heck out of you (3 (3 (3(/p)

Awww, thank you! (3 (3 (3 sniff(/p)

Thanks, @6400 !

I'll be 50+ when I apply and attend. I dare them to say 'no' to me. (Or to any age, for that matter.) Hahaheehee

Hello! I'm finally back. Long story.

I won't be done with CC and ready for PTs by December, but I'd love to stay in this loop to see how you all do it. (I'll probably have to push back, again, to September 2018. Or maybe even later, but that's how the cookie crumbles.) (sigh)

I've missed everyone! (3(/p)

@jkatz1488955 said:

After wrestling with my $0.99 sharpener from Walgreens for the past 10 minutes, I have given in to a full makeover...

Then I switched to Staedtler's Norica's HB 2's with the Palomino Blackwing sharpener, and I must say, I AM IN LOVE WITH THESE PENCILS!!!

Placed an Amazon order for @kevinmseguin181 weapons of choice.

LoL Pencil nerds, unite! (3(/p)

@ianmatthewharris949 , you and your golden bears are going to do us proud!! (3 (I picture 7 yellow gummy bears each with crowns sitting on your test table with you) :smiley:(/p)

@jhaldy10325 I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. (3(/p)

@6400 said:

this is awesome! June 2018 squad

Ditto!!

@jhaldy10325 said:

And everyone, please note the date change. We'll be doing Tuesday rather than Monday this week. See everyone then!

Noted, but unfortunately I won't be able to make it Tuesday night. Thanks for the heads up though! I should be able to make next week's, so I'll look for that night's date and PT #.

I'm definitely interested! I'd also like to vote for the 50s PT series, please.

Thank you for doing this, Sami! (3 (3(/p)

@apawalter231 To further answer, each sheet of paper with text is double-sided, but each LG and RC passage with its respective questions is spread over two pages (left and ride side of the booklet). The next LG (or RC) with its questions is on the next two pages, etc.

I think that's what you were asking?

For instance, 1 LG with its questions is not on one sheet of paper (double-sided), so you shouldn't need to flip from the side with the rules and first question or two of the LG to the other side of the same sheet of paper that has the rest of that LG's questions on it.

I hope that helps.

I'm in at whatever time the group starts!

If all goes to plan and I get at least the score I want at the first crack, I'll have one year between. So I was thinking of taking some paralegal courses in the state I'll be going to law school in---my idea of relaxing because I know those courses won't be difficult. Plus, I get a head start on that state's law in several areas (contracts, will/trusts/estates, business, and I forget the other areas the certificate program offered).

I've met several people who have done this between when they tested and were starting law school. I followed up with them after their 1L, and they were extremely pleased with their gap choice.

I considered going for an MLS, but that's too much to cram into one calendar year before I get REALLY busy. And, the rest of my life just won't allow that much room in those particular, upcoming years.

I think we're on PT23, right, @jhaldy10325 ?

Thank you for your service! (3(/p)

If the credits are not graded, and not part of your GPA, I'd be certain that they are included somewhere in the report from LSAC that goes to all schools you apply for. These credits are particularly noteworthy. In my opinion, your military service credits should be counted as valuable and character-building as service to community times infinity because service to community doesn't usually involve laying down one's life (if it comes to that) for your community.

Perhaps you should include your military service credits in your personal statement, whether they're part of the LSAC report or not. No doubt the reason(s) for the credits helped to mold your character and impacted your decision to go to law school.

As Daniel advises above, certainly call LSAC. If they're friendly, they will hopefully do as much as they can to help you receive what you need for your best application package(s).

@7sagestudentservices said:

@7sagestudentservices said:

Looks like I'm the only person who liked it lmao

I loved LR--maybe a little too much.

Ditto.

@7sagestudentservices said:

Looks like I'm the only person who liked it lmao

I liked it too. I found it far more helpful in many ways than the pencil and paper method. (my pencils are crying) Sure, some details need refining, but nothing is perfect in every aspect.