I decided against going back to school. I weighed the pros and cons of both, and I concluded I just need to be content with what I have. Besides, I would not be guaranteed to be in a better position than I'm in now. Even if life is boring, I will learn to appreciate what I have. There are no guarantees in an uncertain economy and whatever happens, happens. If I get a better job, great. If not, oh well. My mother was right. People have learned to live off of less, so why can't I?