Kelly,
I know what you mean, my first dream job as a child was being a veterinarian (not even sure if I spelled that right). I loved animals so much and wanted to help them. Aww, isn't that cute  . Then, in junior high school, my interest in science faded, so I abandoned all hope in ever becoming one. Actually, looking back, the first year that science class became in depth is when I lost interest, but I was also being severely bullied in that class. So I may be good at it, who knows. I also had a phase of wanting to be a paramedic, but my nerves couldn't even handle being an EMT (emergency medical technician) once I got my certification. I have also wanted to be a counselor or pyschologist and wanted to help troubled children/teens.
Know what I am in school for now? Accounting (part-time). Big difference, huh? And I also realize that can change tomorrow, and am perfectly okay with that.
I also realize that anyone with a trade or talent or learned skill can help others, even accountants. I could work for a non profit organization or even help out people who can't afford accounting services normally, if I get a degree. it's not where the money is at, but if I feel that is what I need to do for myself when I graduate, it is an option.
Everyday we grow, so goals change. it is only important to be going in A direction, even if you have to veer off into a different path every once in awhile.
No education is wasted! Now you have more knowledge and experiences to help you in your writing. And a career incase it takes awhile for you to get your writing off the ground. I do not know much about the writing field, but is there a job you could get that would put you in the field without having to have your stories published right away? It is never a bad idea to get your foot in the door somewhere or start making the right connections.
if you have the confidence that you are that good at it, that should tell you something and you DEFINATELY should pursue it. Life is too short to hold yourself back.
Good luck!
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-Sheri
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