well shit

I have talked myself into going back to grad school to get my master's. I've studied for the GRE (don't think it will be a problem), lined up my three references, even filled out the entire application online (took me days). However, I have encountered a stumbling block--and I have only until 11/1 to straighten this out for next semester.

What is my stumbling block? Why, I have to write an entrance essay....and my entire topic is "personal statement." How the fuck do you even begin to write an essay with such non-specific guidelines????

I figure I can get away with 5 paragraphs....but I have so little to say. How on earth do I fill those paragraphs? I have been a housewife for the past 7 years. I am not going back to school to further my "career" as it were...I just want to keep myself busy and learn some new stuff. And maybe meet some folks. And actually have adult conversation.

Soooooo......if anyone has any suggestions for me, feel free to chime right in!