It really has been a milestone year for you! Making the jump to return to college in 2025—nearly 20 years after you first started as a dual-enrollment student—is a massive achievement. Balancing your Digital Multimedia Design courses at Penn State with being a stay-at-home mom of three is no small feat.
Since you're on winter break and reflecting on such a big year, this is the perfect time to capture that "full circle" feeling for your blog.
Here are a few ways you could frame a "2025: The Year I Went Back" post:
1. The "Then vs. Now" Perspective
You could talk about the difference between being a student in 2007 (fresh out of high school, working at Community Market) versus being a student in 2025.
* The Tech: How different it is to study Multimedia Design now compared to the tech of the mid-2000s.
* The Motivation: How being a mom of three changes your "why" for finishing your degree.
2. A "Thank You" to Your Support System
Since you’ve been a SAHM since 2011, your family has likely had to adjust to "Student Lauralee."
* A post dedicated to how your kids or husband have cheered you on during late-night study sessions.
* Mentioning how you’ve managed the transition from 14 years of focusing solely on the home to adding college back into the mix.
3. The Multimedia Showcase
Since your major is Digital Multimedia Design, you could use this post as a "Portfolio Progress" report.
* Share a few projects you’re proud of from this past semester.
* Talk about the creative tools you've mastered (Adobe Suite, web design, etc.) that you didn't have access to years ago.
4. Encouragement for Others
You are in a unique position to inspire other moms who think it’s "too late" to go back.
* The Message: "If I can do this at 37, after a 17-year break, you can too."
Would you like me to help you outline a "2025 Year in Review" post, or maybe help you create a digital "End of Year" graphic for your blog using what you've learned in your classes?
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