I’m working at the hospice all day today
Later I will get my overall grade for my Counselling Cert
And already I’ve had messages of support from my supervisor, my personal counsellor and my peers…
Today the University Board pass our portfolios
And After Three long years
I am suddenly, at 63, a trained counsellor!🩷
👨🏼🎓and I can own the feeling that I’m incredibly proud of my achievement
Hey fucking ho!
Cap n gown
Go figure
Huge Congratulations John! We knew you'd do it, but YOU were the one doing the hard grind, fitting it into an already busy life. I'm in awe of your perseverance and professionalism. That cap and gown are so well deserved. Yahoo!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Never was a qualification more deserved. There are going to be some very lucky people who have you as their counsellor. And we want a photo of you in that cap and gown, please!🧑🎓xx
ReplyDeleteI second the comment from happy hooker. Well done, John. x
ReplyDeleteWell done John, congratulations and extremely well earned. Always said you were a "natural" Counsellor and its lovely to see you come into your own and fly. Very happy for you. A very happy day. Hugs Tricia (aka Pattypan)xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. The start of a new era for you. Xx
ReplyDeleteHuge congratulations, John. Xx
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS!!!! from Jackie in Georgia USA
ReplyDeleteWell done Sir !
ReplyDeleteCongratulations - you have earned it.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you. How hard you have worked at it all. Three years is a long time. To the future.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! A formal recognition can mean the world.
ReplyDeleteWeavinfool
I absolutely agree with all of these comments.. Well Done Xx Libs
ReplyDeleteHow bloody wonderful. So very well done you xx
ReplyDeleteHow utterly bloody brilliant to start the day with such good news! We all knew you have always been an empath, an old soul and a warm heart - truly a born counsellor. But now you have a piece of paper that officially proves it and lets you cock a snook to the rest of the world.
ReplyDeleteAnd never, ever, underestimate the courage and resolve it took to do this huge life change when working full time in a draining and difficult job not many people could even think of doing, while also living a life alongside. Oh, we are so proud of you mate. Onwards and upwards indeed.
Well done John.....I hope that you enjoy your new career. Proud of you.
ReplyDeleteGefeliciteerd! Congratulations! A wonderful achievement!
ReplyDeleteVery well done...a hard worked for and well deserved achievement.
ReplyDeleteAn interesting Jazz interpretation of the song.
Well done. Happy days and more joy to come.
ReplyDeleteYou deserve this John, you have been so committed, so single minded and overcome all that the process has stirred in yourself, heartfelt congratulations and (although you don’t need it) wishing you the very best for the future. Jan in CG
ReplyDeleteYou should be very proud of yourself. Well done to you and good luck for the future.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Good luck for the future and well done! Take a little time out to cherish this, because you have really deserved your success. Jxx
ReplyDeleteYou have every right to be proud. You have my admiration (yet again). Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteWe're incredibly proud of you as well. I hope you can feel that.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you after all your hard work.
ReplyDeleteYou are an inspiration to many of us. Josie
Brilliant news. Congratulations from someone who had faith in you right from the early days. Whatever you set your mind to you achieve, and it's been fantastic watching your journey and your growth.
ReplyDeleteBravo, John. Your blood, sweat and tears have paid off. You will still be helping people, just in another much-needed way.
ReplyDeleteYou have earned every little bit of that degree, well done John. Now you have two careers. You will be as good as the now retired councillor that you were given, I am sure of it. Cheers! Gigi
ReplyDeleteCongrats, John! A wonderful achievement!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John! You sure do have a right to be proud of this achievement!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and WELL DONE, John Gray. Your empathy will be well appreciated by your clients going forward, I am sure. Give yourself an enormous pat on the back and many hugs for this accomplishment. x0x0 N2
ReplyDeleteMore congratulations from me, too. Well done! You worked hard to get here and you'll be wonderful.
ReplyDeleteWell done, John! We are all so proud of you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Well done! You will be a huge help to many, and you are so needed.
ReplyDeleteYay you…!!! Great job …you’ll be wonderful at this with your emotional intelligence and caring soul!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Lots of long hours and hard work for you. Enjoy this next chapter in your life! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteAnd the future is bright! Entering the field of counselling must be very exciting for you...
ReplyDeleteAll the best JG.
Congratulations. You worked hard for that achievement and earned every bit.
ReplyDeleteWe're all so very proud of you, fine Sir!!! Congratulations on your stellar accomplishment that will let you help those around you who need your kindness, experience, and caring wisdom!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteJoyful hugs and lots of pats on your back!
You did it! Congratulations, John!
ReplyDeleteCongrats, John! You rock!
ReplyDeleteJob well done!!! Congrats! Jen
ReplyDeleteAnd proud you should be John, what an accomplishment. I wish you great success in your new career.
ReplyDeleteNowhere to go but UP!!! That's the best news.
ReplyDeleteBun
There are many, many of us out there who are also very proud of you. We have watched you as you've managed, despite grief and a work schedule and with a determination to move on to this next part of your life.
ReplyDeleteAnd we're not just proud of you. We are thrilled for you.
nicely put ms Moon xxx
DeleteLee
Yes! I want you for my OWN counsellor! Woo hoo from across the pond!
ReplyDeleteThat is quite an achievement. Congratulations John! Cali
ReplyDeleteWow! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteWow! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteyou *should* be proud! Well done and congratulations! Susan M/ Calif.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John. You set yourself a daunting challenge and we're all so very happy and pleased that you've achieved your goal. Well done. X
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you! You have every quality I would want in a counsellor, wisdom, compassion, life experience and a sense of humor. If you have an online practice, I might apply to be your client. You’ll be great! Suz from LA
ReplyDeleteWoo hoo! Congratulations, John. You will (continue to) make an excellent counselor.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John. I've been so inspired by your hard work and determination. Your clients will be very lucky to have you as their counsellor.
ReplyDeleteInspiring! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteBravo to you, John! Well done.
ReplyDeleteBonnie in Minneapolis
I'm so happy for you. I admire how you've taken on all the study and personal development and look forward to what the future brings for you xx
ReplyDeleteCongratulations John! A wonderful achievement. Sue P x
ReplyDeletewell done John xx from Julie
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, John dear!!! Wishing you the very, very best in this new chapter of your life!
ReplyDeleteHugs!