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over a year ago
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I have no recollection at all of the results day, there wasn't the kerfuffle or the pressure back then that there is now.
Best of luck to your young un whatever she decides to do. |
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"No matter what she gets she’ll be fine.
I did a terrible leaving cert, worked on the buildings then went back as a mature student during the crash and thankfully got a job i like now!0"
I did a good leaving but also went back to collage as a mature student. We know theres always options but the day of the results. That knot of fear in your belly and the hope you've done enough. |
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"There’s always route B to get to where you want to go.
My one here has decided she’s not going back to do 3rd yr of her uni course so we are at a junction...  "
Can she defer ??? Practically the cost of it so far |
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Not a day I want to relive, but I didn’t have any expectations at the time and it’s hasn’t held me back. Wasn’t the emphasis on college back in the 80’s there is now, wasn’t the jobs either. Great to see things have changed. Good luck to all the kids and to the expectant parents!! |
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By *-ManMan
over a year ago
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"Anyone still have the nightmare where you fail your leaving?
Ladt night but it was her that failed...oh my heart 
Lol, that's almost worse!
It was horrible !!"
After today you'll not be having that dream any more..... unless she fails...... then the nightmares will be worse......lol, only joking, she'll do fine, most kids today pass it |
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"Anyone still have the nightmare where you fail your leaving?
Ladt night but it was her that failed...oh my heart
Lol, that's almost worse!
It was horrible !!
After today you'll not be having that dream any more..... unless she fails...... then the nightmares will be worse......lol, only joking, she'll do fine, most kids today pass it"
Ive no doubt she'll pass but its points ... we shall find out soon |
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By *-ManMan
over a year ago
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"Anyone still have the nightmare where you fail your leaving?
Ladt night but it was her that failed...oh my heart
Lol, that's almost worse!
It was horrible !!
After today you'll not be having that dream any more..... unless she fails...... then the nightmares will be worse......lol, only joking, she'll do fine, most kids today pass it
Ive no doubt she'll pass but its points ... we shall find out soon "
Have faith in her, she'll do you proud |
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"There’s always route B to get to where you want to go.
My one here has decided she’s not going back to do 3rd yr of her uni course so we are at a junction... "
Been there. Not easy at all to handle for you or them. Mine had a happy ending (metaphorically speaking Lol) |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it  "
congrats to you both ...mine id in final year nursing & loving it ... robots may replace alot of jobs but we will still need nurses |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it "
Thrilled for ye. I know all about the huge relief that good results brings and the knowledge that he/she got sufficient points for their preferred course. Very well done to ye both. |
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By *j47Man
over a year ago
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I was sitting drinking my coffee this morning when my son camed into the kitchen I didn't engage to much with him as I know he's an awful panicer,As he left to go to work I popped my head out the door to wish him well on he's impending results.
He burst out laughing saying I was wondering why ye were so quiet today is leaving cert results I don't get mine till Fri 17th so I have to go trough it all again Friday  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I remember that day very clearly, all of 25 years ago now, I was only 16 sitting the Leaving Cert, still over a month away from turning 17 back in 1993. I didn't achieve the results needed to go straight to college or university but decided to work with what I had, did two years post leaving cert college then started working and over the years have progressed in my career and continuously learned via various other qualifications, etc. There is always a way. Wishing your daughter the very best with her results today OP.  |
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By *P_80Man
over a year ago
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I remember it well and thank you OP for making me realize it was 20 years ago 
Jesus where did the time go?
I had no interest in college at the time so wasn't too concerned. I remember not studying at all and just going in and winging it.
It was a big deal for my mam though. Not points as such, she knew I had no interest in college, but she just wanted me to pass which I did and everyone was happy.
I did end up going to college years later though.
Best of luck to everyone involved today, students, parents and families. |
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I didn't give a shit, didn't get out of bed to go get them till like 1pm and the school had shut cause they thought everyone would be jumping out of bed to go get them.
Just looked at them, seen I didnt fail anything and threw them in the bin. If I remember right my day didnt change from normal in any other way. Didn't go out with the guys from school to get d*unk, I had already been accepted into University, had already done and been accepted to plan B, it only added a year onto me getting a BSc, and I got to just cruise through the leaving. |
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"My sons just collected his got a distinction for his LCA course ..delighted for him and very proud..Good luck to ur daughter Op xx"
And good luck to your son. When you've seen them give up everthing to get the results they need its a day to celabrate. She should get her 1st choice now on monday. Hard work pays off |
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"Best of luck to everyone in the firing line today.
I remember the day I got mine so well. It was 1984, all of 22 years ago. I was gutted that I had failed maths as I was always really good at it.  "
Lmao. |
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"Best of luck to everyone in the firing line today.
I remember the day I got mine so well. It was 1984, all of 22 years ago. I was gutted that I had failed maths as I was always really good at it. "
Dont know how that happened .. lol  |
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"There’s always route B to get to where you want to go.
My one here has decided she’s not going back to do 3rd yr of her uni course so we are at a junction... "
Ginger my son decided after two years Uni wasn't for him. . He got a great job which he loves. Has to do regular exams as part of it. Now talking about going back as a mature student in two years. So I'm sure your daughter will find her way. Last thing I wanted to do was put pressure on my son.... good luck |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it
Missed this earlier, congratulations to your daughter, proud day all round I'm sure!"
Very proud ..all her own hard work and determination. Im proud of her no matter what. Slightly concerned for the poor sods that'll be in her care  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"My sons just collected his got a distinction for his LCA course ..delighted for him and very proud..Good luck to ur daughter Op xx
Well done to your son. "
thank u x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"My sons just collected his got a distinction for his LCA course ..delighted for him and very proud..Good luck to ur daughter Op xx
And good luck to your son. When you've seen them give up everthing to get the results they need its a day to celabrate. She should get her 1st choice now on monday. Hard work pays off"
that's brilliant.. Well done to her |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it
Missed this earlier, congratulations to your daughter, proud day all round I'm sure!"
I blame the maths teacher. She was also responsible for me doing badly in sex education. A good kick in the balls is what she needs! |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it
Missed this earlier, congratulations to your daughter, proud day all round I'm sure!
I blame the maths teacher. She was also responsible for me doing badly in sex education. A good kick in the balls is what she needs! "
Is there more subjects you struggled in biology maybe ?? |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it
Missed this earlier, congratulations to your daughter, proud day all round I'm sure!
I blame the maths teacher. She was also responsible for me doing badly in sex education. A good kick in the balls is what she needs!
Is there more subjects you struggled in biology maybe ?? "
Jesus, how did you know?  |
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"God help us shes going to be a nurse ... she did it
Missed this earlier, congratulations to your daughter, proud day all round I'm sure!
I blame the maths teacher. She was also responsible for me doing badly in sex education. A good kick in the balls is what she needs!
Is there more subjects you struggled in biology maybe ??
Jesus, how did you know? "
Jesus i'd sue her ... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I remember it all being a bit ...meh.... in the end. I had enough points from the metric (remember that) to do what I wanted and those results were out first.
I was working so my mother went and got the results for me.
I vaguely recall being in the Zoo Bar and my g/f freaking out because she might not get into Trinners |
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"Is it true that 6 out of the 7 people who did the best in the leaving came from Catholic backed schools?"
??? I doubt it but is it relevant. These kids worked hard and did well, congratulate them. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Is it true that 6 out of the 7 people who did the best in the leaving came from Catholic backed schools?"
If thats true then 85% of the people whon did best went to Catholic schools.
Considering over 90% of Irish schools are Catholic, it's not that impressive a stat.
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By *hanelTvTV/TS
over a year ago
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday. "
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing! |
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!"
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years |
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Did a good Leaving Cert so celebrated in style
...First went to see BASIC INSTINCT with the lads on leaving cert night which was Hardcore porn in those days I can tell you 
We then went with fake Id to THE PINK ELEPHANT and drank cocktails (think I was pissed by my first  )
...rounded off with some Quasar in the 24 Hour Dundrum Bowl
...ahhhh must plan a reunion with the lads again!!!!
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That sounds like the ultimate lads night in the 90s .... quaser ..yea !!! |
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By *hanelTvTV/TS
over a year ago
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years "
Nursing is very tough as well, my mother is a mental health nurse herself. The job is even harder than the course. Best of luck to her!! Tell her regarding the expensive books that it's better to take pictures of them using her phone and get them professionally printed and binded. Saved me hundreds during my first year. |
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years
Nursing is very tough as well, my mother is a mental health nurse herself. The job is even harder than the course. Best of luck to her!! Tell her regarding the expensive books that it's better to take pictures of them using her phone and get them professionally printed and binded. Saved me hundreds during my first year."
Oh wow ... thank you for that tip. She wants to specialise in juvenile mental health nursing btw |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I never copped that your pic was stolen like that, I'd even advised him about his profile on another thread, I feel a fool now. Hope you get it sorted, that's not on |
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By *hanelTvTV/TS
over a year ago
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years
Nursing is very tough as well, my mother is a mental health nurse herself. The job is even harder than the course. Best of luck to her!! Tell her regarding the expensive books that it's better to take pictures of them using her phone and get them professionally printed and binded. Saved me hundreds during my first year.
Oh wow ... thank you for that tip. She wants to specialise in juvenile mental health nursing btw "
There's special applications you can download to make the picture higher quality also. Just thought I'd share the wealth of knowledge. Very difficult i'd say but probably quite rewarding. |
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years
Nursing is very tough as well, my mother is a mental health nurse herself. The job is even harder than the course. Best of luck to her!! Tell her regarding the expensive books that it's better to take pictures of them using her phone and get them professionally printed and binded. Saved me hundreds during my first year.
Oh wow ... thank you for that tip. She wants to specialise in juvenile mental health nursing btw
There's special applications you can download to make the picture higher quality also. Just thought I'd share the wealth of knowledge. Very difficult i'd say but probably quite rewarding. "
Your great thank you i really appriciate that |
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By *hanelTvTV/TS
over a year ago
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"I remember mine like it was yesterday... it practically was haha. Single most terrifying moment of my life!
2 years ago ?? Lol.... 24 for me but i still remember it like yesterday.
Actually it was only a year ago haha, I was 19 when I did my leaving! Congrats to your daughter. Getting into law was one of the best moments of my life, I'm sure she's deligted to be getting nursing!
Well done to you,tough course but you worked hard to get there. She should get her 1st choice so as we speak shes celebrating!! Im realising im broke for the next few years
Nursing is very tough as well, my mother is a mental health nurse herself. The job is even harder than the course. Best of luck to her!! Tell her regarding the expensive books that it's better to take pictures of them using her phone and get them professionally printed and binded. Saved me hundreds during my first year.
Oh wow ... thank you for that tip. She wants to specialise in juvenile mental health nursing btw
There's special applications you can download to make the picture higher quality also. Just thought I'd share the wealth of knowledge. Very difficult i'd say but probably quite rewarding.
Your great thank you i really appriciate that "
No worries doll. Add me as a friend if you like |
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"Is it true that 6 out of the 7 people who did the best in the leaving came from Catholic backed schools?
??? I doubt it but is it relevant. These kids worked hard and did well, congratulate them. "
7 kids got all A and it listed all their schools as christian brother schools and former christian brother schools, only Andrews wasn't?
Does the catholic church not provide toward training most nurses in Ireland? Don't they use St Vincents when attending UCD?
So how is it not relevant?
Surely we can for the day thats in it, thank the catholic church for providing the next generation of smart kids, and next generation of life savers? |
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"Is it true that 6 out of the 7 people who did the best in the leaving came from Catholic backed schools?
??? I doubt it but is it relevant. These kids worked hard and did well, congratulate them.
7 kids got all A and it listed all their schools as christian brother schools and former christian brother schools, only Andrews wasn't?
Does the catholic church not provide toward training most nurses in Ireland? Don't they use St Vincents when attending UCD?
So how is it not relevant?
Surely we can for the day thats in it, thank the catholic church for providing the next generation of smart kids, and next generation of life savers?"
I'll congratulate my daughters independent determined mind that had many obstacles and difficulties to overcome but she did it anyway. I'll wrap my arms around her and tell her how her wonderful attitude and spirit got her where she is. Im a lucky woman my faith is in the people i love and their spirit. Well done to all our wonderful young adults. |
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"Is it true that 6 out of the 7 people who did the best in the leaving came from Catholic backed schools?
??? I doubt it but is it relevant. These kids worked hard and did well, congratulate them.
7 kids got all A and it listed all their schools as christian brother schools and former christian brother schools, only Andrews wasn't?
Does the catholic church not provide toward training most nurses in Ireland? Don't they use St Vincents when attending UCD?
So how is it not relevant?
Surely we can for the day thats in it, thank the catholic church for providing the next generation of smart kids, and next generation of life savers?"
So the Catholic Church is entangled in the vast majority of our educational facilities, despite state and public pressure for divestment. The church isn't training nurses, it controls the training institutions. Despite state and public pressure for divestment.
The next generation of smart kids has almost no choice but to go through Catholic institutions. I dint see that as reason to thank the Church. Why do you? |
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