Kelly my heart goes out to you, and my arms to hug you, I really admire you, for going ahead and doing what you want despite having this illness, Crohns disease, is not pleasant at all, and makes your life more than just difficult.

I empathise with you tremendously, and I wish I could ease your pain and suffering right now, Just want to send you some words of comfort, and to cheer your spirit.

I am sorry you mother seems un-supportive right now, I am sure she is worried sick about you, and means well, it just isn't coming out the right way, and in fact she is doing the opposite of what you need at the moment, I am sad for you, when you feel a little better your positive thoughts will be in your mind, and you indeed will feel better about your choices in life, and know in your heart You are doing the best you can, and you will make it in your career of choice.

Take care Sweetie, thinking of you and hoping you make a speedy recovery.