history: I studied for 3 months straight in order to pass my bar exam and become a lawyer. I studied so hard for my bar exam so that I could become a lawyer. I prepared for almost 3 months straight! wow_comma_ you're so determined! Did you pass your exam?
current: I did pass! It was a rough 3 months, but once I got there, I felt like I was ready.
next: yay! congrats! that's really awesome. you should be proud of yourself