Here is my story [condensed]:
applied 2 years ago, made the alternate list in san Antonio (was not accepted)
Had a beautiful baby, did not apply this past year
I am in the process of applying this year with a goal of submitting my application by May 2012
I am taking an EMT-B class this month, ends in June
I have shadowed a new PA, and shadow a former PA
Volunteering numbers a low, I am gathering my resources to volunteer at the food bank as I cannot find a better fit for my sisters and I (I am very pro-college! My younger sisters need to invest their time now, so that they can list this