If I could have, I would have

I'm a little older than most of my peers in college, especially in this COM 201 class. If I could, I would go back and do things a little differently. I would have applied to college, and took college classes during high school, like my mother encouraged me to do. Somewhere along the road, I fell off and went down the wrong path. I was partying all night, sleeping all day, and ended up getting pregnant at 18. This pushed my college career further down the path then it already was. I gave birth at 19, and stayed home for 4 years to watch my son. 

Looking back, I wish I would have got my college applications in, went away for college. I wish I would have gotten my life together sooner. I am now a struggling mother and student, and life is hard.  I couldn't wait to grow up, and now I'd give anything to turn back time. Sometimes I feel like giving up because I am so overwhelmed, but I know the harder I work, the greater the reward. I just gotta keep reminding myself of that everyday. 

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  1. SteveOctober 21, 2018 at 11:50 PM

    Maybe you weren't ready "to receive" your education when you were younger. Now that you have your son, the value of your education is more important? Kudos for all your hard work. Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs in life. Coupled with school, it must seem daunting. You're an inspiration to single moms and your son is/will be proud.

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  2. UnknownOctober 24, 2018 at 4:39 AM

    Hey Victoria

    I've been traveling the world for the last 5 years. I feel that there is no straight and narrow path. The fact that you are back in school after a 4 year hiatus means it is really what you want to do. You are making the choice and not just going through the motions of a pre-planned route.

    You will certainly be happy to see your kid all grown up. Just imagine. You won't even be 40 yet and your son will be entering university.!

    I've love to see some photos!

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