Teaching is just one piece of the puzzle. Another working weekend to make the that work happen. Still, I am fortunate I get to do what I do where I do and to serve alongside some awesome peeps. 🧩🍎#ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

We're short on time but long on stress. 'Tis the season 🫠 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Our students are just as busy as we are if not more so. It's one of the many adaptations required to do what I do where I do it and requires even more intentional planning. ⏰🗓️ #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I have dedicated my life to a discipline I love. I will forever hope to do it justice. That is all. 🎓 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

A break always means I have high hopes to accomplish. But isn't that the surest way to burnout? Perhaps it's time for a reframe. Special Spring Break Edition coming your way. 💮🧠 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I had fun this week in classes. You'd have to ask the students if they did too. Spring Break is upon us and I hope I can finally get this time change transition together. 🤞🍎 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I am surrounded by such a supporting village. I don't know that I have done anything to deserve them, but they always look out for me in such kind and loving ways. Forever grateful.🖱️🥰 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Things I made time for this week 🗳️ #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Are we there yet? 🎢 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

My brain is still broken but we're moving on anyway lolz. 🍎 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I think my brain broke without me realizing. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I don't know what I'm supposed to be doing nor even what I'm supposed to be watching. Probably not a VMars rewatch. Send help! 🧠 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

A campus closure made this week a little wild but it was great getting to talk to all the students during this week's events. They make my day - most of them anyway 😉 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Classes of my 19th Spring semester started (if I'm doing the math right) as a full-time faculty. Yes I was a child prodigy. Don't laugh like my students do as if I'm making a joke! 🤓 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Did I complete my planned list of things to do over the break? No. But, I did binge a show I had no plans on watching ever so there is that ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ (Emily in Paris btw) 📺. #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

It's a wrap . . . well sort of as in not really at all 🎢 ❄️ #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Today was one of those rare days in education where the cup filled. Having the privilege of seeing so many alum is just awesome. Yay for you all - even those I didn't get to see today. 😊 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Relax, recharge, and rejuvenate . . . . or something like it. 💖 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Grateful that I love what I do. I do not love all parts of it, but I will focus on the parts I love for now. ❣️ #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I am ridiculously grateful for all the awesome people who support me in this crazy thing called life. 🫶 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I am doggy paddling trying to keep my head above water which means I'm right on schedule for the fullness of this time of the semester. 🏄‍♀️ #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

The semester is not done but we're already talking about next semester's events and summer schedules. And we have a time change. No wonder I feel wonky!🤪 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Warning: Part 2 of a long, vulnerable post special edition incoming. Read at your own peril. #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Warning: Part 1 of a long, vulnerable post special edition incoming. Read at your own peril. #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Good, busy, life-filed week 🫶 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

I am headed to see my favorite band next year 🤞 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Despite the stress, I am very privileged to do what I do where I do it 🎒 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Something I am learning doing these posts: why in the heck do I bother steaming my clothes if my commute is just going to make it look like I just rolled out of bed!? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯👗 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Dear favorite former students, never forget I am always here rooting for you - with tissues, chocolate, and a hug (or high five). I know you've got this! You can do it! 🫶 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

My main photographer does really well for me, but even they are no match for Captain Blinks Alotta 😜 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation

Not pictured - Green 👡 inspiring this - Student: Wow, those shoes are a fashion statement. Me: Hmm, but, like in a good way, right? S: Oh, no, yeah. I mean, I would never wear those but yeah. 😹 #ProfessorLife #ThisIsWhatAProfessorDoes #ThisIsWhatAProfessorWears #CommunityColleges #HigherEducation