Yes it is. Even you Lauren Michele. Even you dear reader. For high school I went to a private prep school. All four years I was told that I could go the four year college of my dreams, land a fabulous career upon graduation and use it to pay off any college debt. After having this ingrained in my naive brain I honestly believed that community college was for poor people. I had known people that talked about being at community college for five years, and what were they pursuing? A two year degree. I decided that this could not happen to me (because it must be horrible to actually take your time learning and pay for the classes as you can afford them…), and I only applied to four year colleges. In my snobbery and young mindset I attended a private school my first two years where tuition was over $700.00/unit. When my parents told me that they would not be paying for school and I was on my own (YIKES!) I knew I had to explore my options. At this point it was too late to take any general ed. from a community college (where tuition was only $26.00/unit) because I had completed my G.E. at the private school. I transferred to a university online where I was able to complete my degree and also meet my favorite academic counselor Dominique, who informed me that I could finish some elective classes at a community college and then transfer in the units. After taking out thousands of dollars in loans to pay for college community college was a great option (I guess it is for poor people…like me!) and I was able to pay for the classes out of pocket. Now I try to brainwash encourage my high school students to give community college (and their bank accounts) a chance.
4. You are more selfish than you think
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6. Coupons are cool
Exhibit A: Junior Mints and Pretzel m-m’s, originally $1.67 each were on sale at CVS for $1.50 each. The Kettle Corn was $2.37. I used the CVS Magic Coupon Machine and experienced the magic. I received a $1.00 Extra Care Buck (which is like a CVS gift card) and a 30% off entire purchase coupon. My total without coupons and sale prices: $5.71 . My total with coupons and sale prices: $3.71. Like a boss. P.S. Eating the items pictured |
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This post is a response to What No One Told Me About My 20’s by Julianna Morlet
Precious Lauren,
You truly are a gift from God. Your depth of wisdom is seldom seen in a person as young as you. Today's world view is very anti-God. In education, I am faced daily with struggling kids in broken homes. I have homeless students, abused children and parents that do not know how to parent.
I know God has a purpose for your life. Continue to praise and worship Him and you will always be successful and rich in Christ's love and wisdom. I am very proud of you.
Love, uncle Greg
Ahhhh I have students with the same issues. It's so devastating, but it definitely provides much opportunity for me to rely on Christ in prayer for my kids 🙂 It also helps me to be un-selfish in how I serve my students, knowing that God has placed me in their lives for a reason (even when they are driving me crazy). Thanks so much for the encouragement! It's nice to know that I have family reading this little blog and supporting me 🙂 Love you too!
Love,
Lauren