@wgu When 16 years later I still have #SmolkaScholars and coworkers who are a significant part of my life. It’s about the relationship! #IWasAWGUMentor
My daughter: Can I go to my friend’s house?
Me: Take your phone & text me every 20 minutes to tell me you’re ok
Me when I was 10: I’m off to the abandoned quarry with my pals
Mum: Dinner’s at 5
I GOT INTO A PHD PROGRAM!!! I AM SO EMOTIONAL. I WILL BE THE FIRST IN MY FAMILY TO EARN A DOCTORATE! Single mom, incarcerated dad, formerly homeless, but NEVER STOPPED STRIVING! THANK YOU GOD!!! 🙏🏾