It’s over. ALL over. No more stressing, asking questions. No more memorizing the different type of pathogenic and non pathogenic bacteria. I can stop biting my fingernails and wondering if I sanitized enough, or sectioned correctly when doing my haircut. Why is it over? Because I’m a TOTALLY legit cosmetologist now! I’ve been working in a salon for a month now, it’s getting better and the girls I work with are really fun.

Probably the most stressful day of my life thus far. And not really b/c the test was THAT hard, it was all the anticipation, the horror stories you hear etc…I took my test with 40 other girls. Some girls were super prepared (just like me of course), other girls looked like they just woke up and threw some stuff in their bags. Not gonna lie, those girls did not pass. Test was in 2 parts. So we would wait and wait and wait. I was going to open my letter in my car by myself b/c I had it in my mind I Failed. You have to have gotten a 75 on the written exam and a 75 on the practical to get your license that day. Ohio is the only state that prints your license the same day you take your test. Since everyone else was opening theirs I figured “what the heck.” I was very scared and probably had about 10 mini heart attacks while opening the envelope. To be frank, I was super surprised I passed. Not trying to sound like a debbie downer, but I always expect the worst so I’m never let down, is that bad? Well, I got an 87 on the written and an 85 on the practical. It made for a wonderful day b/c it was also our 3rd anniversary! Due to our current financial state, we celebrated at applebee’s but it made it special nonetheless! I certainly loves James more than I did yesterday!

I’m still on an emotional roller coaster. There are no regrets in my emotions, just what ifs. I know that this is not the end. I know I made the right choice for us now. I just need to continue to hone my skill of patience which is currently wavering.

But for now, I am thankful I have a job (s), a great husband that has survived another year with me and super duper quality family and friends!

Here are some preparations for the big ol’ state board test:

A hot mess before:

All organized and ready for the big day!

Yay me!