Welcome - Sharon Harkness

I am currently a student at G.I.A. and have been for quite some
time. I take courses through the mail, but I also work full time
at a regular job and have a pretty busy life otherwise.  I can't
seem to finish my studies with the GIA.  I get stalled.  I hope
to be a Certified Gemologist one day.  I love gems and working
with them although I'm a raging beginner.

Hello and welcome Sharon: I could say the exact same thing.
I have been stalled in review for my “Diamond Grading” exam
for over a year now. Where are you in the course? There are a
few G.G.'s and home study people on this forum. Are you a
bench jeweler for your regular job?

Michael Mathews Victoria,Texas USA