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I would have advised myself to go on to college. Because after High School, I stayed home and within two years later I have had my twin boys, then two years after that I had another boy and finally after two years from that I had a daughter, which I have had to find a job to provide for them while they were growing up. I don't regret having my babies. I love them all. Now they are of age in adulthood. I figured I would go back to college and get my degree. I am setting a good example for my children, maybe one day they'll get their degree too. Now in our new generations I advised these students to on to college, because later on in life they'll have a better chance of landing an excellent job in the future.

Dear high school senior,

If I could go back in time an talk to myself as a high school senior i will tell myself to focus on my studies. The transition form high school to college was a huge challenge for me. I assumed that it was going to be easy, and i let alot of distractions get on the way of my studies. It wasnt until i statred failing and all the afterwards consequences that i learned how important school is. As for advice i will tell myself not to procastinate on my studies and homework, to attend class, and to set my priorities first before any freind and entertainment.

If I had the opportunity to go back in time, I would tell myself, "Keep going! You can finish your college education. Although you are a mother and a military wife, you can make it!" I would reassure myself that it's all going to be worth the tears and restlessness and that my family is going to be so much more better off just because I hung in there and completed my college education. I would be holding my Masters of Science Degree in my hand and I would say, "See all you had to do is believe. You have the faith and the ability to achieve anything you desire in life so don't allow anything to hold you back or make you feel like what you are working to achieve is not for you. It is for you and it yours if you are willing to trust in God and believe in yourself that you can stay the course." I would say, "Thank you Annie for believing in yourself".

I would tell myself not to shortchange my education, to go for the highest degree possible and not to take any breaks inbetween. I would tell myself to hang in there and that it is possible to achieve my degree, not to get discouraged. It is hard to see the end goal sometimes, but that earning my degree will benefit greatly in the long run. I would also tell myself that I am doing a good job, and to stay on track and motivated.

I would strongly encourage myself to go on to college after high school and hang in until graduation. I could have avoided a great deal of financial hardship, frustration, low self esteem, and traumatic events if I had listened to my parents and stuck with college.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior and have the knowledge about college life and making the transition, I would utilize my resources to research different colleges and programs they offer. I would also make better financial plans for my tuition, room, and meal plans. Lastly, I would have explored different colleges to learn more about college life and talk to students who are or have experienced the college life. The best advice I would have given myself is research and network with other students and mentors about college opportunities.

Leslie, college is NOT high school! Be prepared to study, study, study; don't be afraid to ask questions and to get help with the subjects that give you the most trouble. Take time to make friends - the friends you make in college will last your lifetime! Be wise in your choices; think about the consequences...every action carries a consequence! Get plenty of sleep, eat the right foods, and start exercising NOW! Take care of your health...it will run out in due time. Quit the junk foods because you might not always be thin! Eating the right foods will also help you in your schoolwork...plenty of proteins, fruits, and veggies, fewer sugar-laden snacks! Control your hormonal urges! Just because it feels good doesn't mean you should do it! Again, think about the consequences! Above all else, keep your eyes focused on God...He will never leave your nor forsake you; He will ALWAYS be there for you! He IS your everpresent help in times of trouble!

I would tell myself to enjoy my time in highschool, because after graduation, there will be no more bells or lunch breaks. You are in charge of everything once you get to college. You have to prepare to take on a lot of responsibility in a very short time. In addition, I would tell myself to pay close attention to the classes I'm picking out, and to make sure that I'm not choosing ones that would leave me waiting for hours in between them. Finally, I would tell myself that college will be a lot easier than I'm expecting, and that I should relax because I'm going to be absolutely fine.

My college experience have brought me to a level of understanding that the rules and guidance received from my mother growing up in a single household is true in order for me to be successful while on this road to getting my degrees. The college life and what has been planted in me from my mother is a continued pattern of growth and development. I know now how to effectively communicate with those in administrative office, take directions and guidance from those in the financial Aid and business office and at the same time, being patient during the process. This college experience can be challenging because one must reach a level of maturity to know that he or she is attending college not to party but to fulfill and accomplish their goals. My college experience has taught me to be very independent from cleaning my dorm room, following dorm rules and regulations, attending classes and being on time. I feel that college is an experience that many should not just desire but actually attend for education, growth, fulfillment and success. I must say, I am so excited and I look forward to a great road to success and accomplishments.