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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about college life and making the transition, I would give myself the best advice I could ever possibly give myself! Stay in school! Do not take a few years to think about continuing one of the most important areas of life - an education! I would tell myself that a brain really is a terrible thing to waste. Then I would tell myself this story: I could not wait to graduate from high school so I could finally get a job and earn some money. I found a job, a very repetitive job that I worked at for 12 years of my life. I got so good at my job that I could do my job in my sleep! However, the downfall to working a repetitive job is I never learned anything new. Twelve years of not learning anything new is a very long time. As time went by, so did my memory. My first year of college was a repeat of the things I had learned in high school! I would tell myself not to waste my time and money by learning things twice!

Because I commute to school, I would tell myself to take classes all around the same time so I don't have to drive to 20 minutes to school more than once a day.

The best I could give myself if I could go back in time is (1) take things much more seriously; (2) my self-worth is much more valuable than what others consider important; and (3) take time to internalize what life on this earth means to myself not what others say it does.

Money is not an issues when it comes to your education. The road toward your goals are right out that door just get in the car and go for it.

When I graduated from high school I would have went to a four year college and receive my Bachleors Degree. Instead of graduating from a two year college.

If I could go back in time, this is what I would tell myself: Sarah, honey, wake up! College is a life changing event that you want to be apart of. I know you are scared of the unknown and to leave your family, but it is so worth it. Not only are you going to make forever friends, but you are going to experience some of the best years of your life. Stop procrastinating and get on those applications and scholarships. They are not going to fill themselves out and submit them in. You've got to take charge of your life and stop focusing on this small town and the people in it. College will not only help you career wise, but will build you into a strong, independant, smart woman. It is so easy to talk to your counselors and financial aid advisors. They can help you with all your questions. Go to the career center at school, and begin the process. And when you get in, stay focused on your studies. There are people there that will like to play, but you've got to concentrate. Work hard and you can accomplish anything.

The first piece of advice I would give myself would be to stay in school. Receiving your high school diploma and then continuing your education through college is extremely important. You can never predict the future so do what you can now to protect your future. A proper education is important to everyone's future. A high school diploma and a college degree can help you be successful in the career of your choice for higher paying jobs. There are always colleges or universities that are available to fit your schedule. No matter what grades you received in high school, you can always achieve your goal by applying yourself. Stay dedicated to your plan, with the help from peers and family, the learning process can be a rewarding prize when completed.

If I had a chance to go back and talk to myself in high school I would actually have to go back to my Junior year. I dropped out of school towards the middle of that year. So going back I would tell myself that "NO boy, especially that one, should define who you become. You are Victoria Ann Smith (maden) and you decide who you want to be not some boy. So who do you want to be?" I know that this is what I would say to myself if I could go back because I have said it to my daughter hoping that she will learn from my mistake.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I knwo now, I would tell myself to take my time, enjoy the experience, absorb the knowledge, and get an education. As a working adult returning back to school it is challenging maintaining a full time job while attending school to obtain a college degree. I have also learned that an education is a key component in this competitive job market. Having an education isn't a sure fire defense for job security but it helps a great deal. Returning back to school has taught me that education is a gift that you receive and no one can ever take it away. Education has expanded my mind and broaden my horizons allowing me to believe that anything is possible if I stay focused. Having achieved my higher education after I just graduated high school would have opened more doors for my future for my career and possibly for my continuing education in the form of a masters degree. The skies the limit and a Masters degree is always a possibility.

If I had the opportunity to returne back to when I was in high school the advice I would give myself would be to stay in school and finsh it. I would tell myself that college is not that hard like many think and that if I keep on I would be able to have a career and look for my dream job. I would have the moeny to take care of my future children, which will be four. I will also tell myself that finishing a career will help to achieve all my goals in life. I will tell myself not to be stupid and start a career in a college or university. One last thing that I will tell myself would be to show my children when I have them that I have obtain a diploma and that I have done a great job on obtaining it.