Hi All!
I decided to un-lurk and introduce myself. I am a 48 year old Senior in my final semester, and am majoring in American History and minoring in Museum Studies. I have been an antiques dealer, estate liquidator, personal property appraiser and an auctioneer for the past 20+ years. I love my work, but being self employed for the last 20 years has been stressful, and I would also love the opportunity to delve into the scholarly aspects of my field.
I am nervously waiting to hear from five programs that I have applied to. I have no idea where I may land, how I will swing it, or if I will get the job of my dreams; but, I am having a blast living out a true fantasy that I never thought I would be able to do!
Good luck to all of us "Old Timers"!!