​​After an absence of more than 30 years from the world of academia, I decided to return and face the challenge of learning. The desire to retrieve my old dream steadily grew amidst the hustle of responsibilities and life's obligations. I started the initial steps by researching universities and programs that may suite my situation and interests. I ultimately chose the Arab Open University, where I found it a perfect partner for my educational journey due to the strength and diversity of its programs, in addition to the flexibility of its educational system, allowing me to continue working full-time and caring for my family while pursuing my studies with seriousness and dedication. The path was not that easy, as I had to balance work, family, and persuing my studies. Despite my advancing age and the expected challenges awaiting me, the desire to achieve my dream has always been the guiding light illuminating my path. The nights were so long and the days were filled with challenges, but I never stopped moving forward! Every attempt was a step forward, bringing me closer to my desired goal, and the more difficult the obstacles became, the more determined and resolute I became to overcome them. And today, in a moment of triumph, I obtained the university degree I had long dreamed of, with the first rank in English Language and Literature. That moment was a turning point in my life, as I realized that age is not a barrier to achieving dreams, and that strong willpower can achieve everything. I feel proud, confident, and believe in my ability to achieve anything I set as a goal. My return to studies after this long hiatus in time was not just a decision, but a brave movement, and today I proudly reap its fruits with pride and satisfaction​