Bumpy Roads

Do you have a dream that life kept you from achieving? Well, that's exactly what happened to Jayna. From the ages of 18 – 21, many roadblocks, flat tires, and potholes blocked the way on her road to college. She had to learn to overcome the deaths of loved ones, sexual assaults, and financial hardships. Detours and getting lost completely changed her destination, and she put this dream of graduating on hold. As time passed, life caused her to think that she would not get back on this road. After four attempts to go to college, Jayna believed it just would not happen for her. She had basically given up on her dream. Instead, she focused on her career and, later, motherhood. Well, she is here to say to never give up on your dreams because life may bless you in unexpected ways and when you least expect it. Join Jayna as she recounts her incredible 35-year journey from high school to college graduation. Along the way, discover how she overcame the obstacles and traumas in her life. She hopes you will be inspired to find your path back to your dreams as well! Jayna Bruch's atypical ride to life started in high school as circumstances began forcing her to put intermittent breaks on her college journey. From one of her best friends being diagnosed with cancer to overcoming sexual assault and dealing with a roommate who jeopardized her financially, Jayna couldn't possibly have a normal life, even if she wanted to. Regardless, it later dawned on her that it could never be too late for her dreams, and 35 years later, she graduated from Collin College as a member and officer of Phi Theta Kappa. But what did it take for her to finally get here? This real-life, raw, emotive memoir will show you that no obstacle is too big and that, ultimately, you set your own unique journey in life. Follow Jayna's journey from high school to college graduation. Her journey explores how broken she was and the healing that followed. Even once feeling normal, life kept getting in the way of her college dreams. Find out how she came to finally go back to college after over 30 of giving up on that dream and learn about the group that helped her finally succeed and walk across that stage in a cap and gown.