Blog 1 SP21

 1. Who are you grateful for who has helped you get to where you are today? (What was your situation? how did they help you? How did that help impact you in the moment and how has it led to where you are today? If you have a picture you'd like to share please do so with their permission.)

2. Advice that you would give to your younger self? (What were you doing at the time? What was the advice? Why did your younger self need advice? Are there other people who would benefit from this advice?)

I am grateful for all of my family, friends and professors who have helped me along the way. I am a non-traditional student who entered into college in my late 20's. I am grateful for all the inspiration from my family, intellectual conversations with professors and late night study sessions with college classmates. The rollercoaster of emotions throughout each semester has prepared me to enter into my next chapter of life with more confidence. 

I would tell my younger self to stick with math and not worry about the cost of college. Four years ago, I didn't believe I could pass higher level math courses. I was also worried about money so I followed the money. I think everyone's situation is different, so I am not sure if anyone would benefit.