Much like life, being a parent and all other states of being which require a smidgen of responsibility. This mature student lark is a bit of a juggling act.
On a semi-regular basis I ask myself what it is i've let myself in for: although this is becoming less frequent.
It can be hard as some of the lecturers are of a similar age to me, and I do worry that by challenging a point they might make it might somehow appear as if i'm undermining them. This is definitely not something I want to do. I'm a student and am relishing the opportunity to share the experience of lecturers and students who have infintely more knowledge and experience within the field of performing arts. But when the discussion creeps into a territory of which I am reasonably well informed ( well I like to think so anyway ), I do feel myself torn.

But. I do still absolutely love being a student.
It's so stimulating to be achieving in a completely new subject and enjoying all the new challenges as they come along.


Recently J joined a local boys dance company who meet in the uni gym.
As this is their 10 year anniversary a big show is being planned by way of celebration.
At first J was adamant he wasn't going to take part in the show, for fear of messing up and embarassing himself.
After receiving high praise from the dance leader he seems to have agreed to take part in the show.
It'd be such a boost to his confidence if he did.