I live in Nashville. I play music as a hobby. I go to the farmer's market weekly. I'm a professor at Tennessee State. I have a husband.
I am currently a student studying history. I work as a lifeguard. One parent works as an offshore driller.
Have you thought more about what you want to do? My dad is really pressuring me to join him as a driller, but it just isn't appealing to me. I like the water, and it's good money, but I am leaning more towards becoming a professor of history.  I am sorry to hear that your dad is pressuring you. I think you should do what interests you! If you want to become a professor of history then make your way through it, and just do it. I am sure your dad will understand eventually. Talking about being a professor, I, myself am a professor at Tennessee State, and I love being a professor.  If you don't mind me asking, how is the pay? Everyone always talks about how educators don't make a lot, so that is a little worrisome. I'm going to owe a lot from student loans. The pay is just an average pay to be honest. I mean, I am sure you are aware that professors aren't actually given a whole lot of money, but I do believe that you should do what you really want to do instead of just doing what you're told to do. You need to enjoy your work every single day, and that is what I actually feel every single day.  Does your school ever offer paid internships? It'd be great if I could get a taste of the professor life before fully committing.  Yes they actually do. I think it really depends on what part of the state you're in. I live in Nashville, and they do offer paid internships, and it really does help. Where do you live?  I live in Nashville, as well! Maybe you could put in a good word for me. I've had my current job for five years, so I have great references. Sure, I would love to help you out with that. What is your current job? What do you work as?  I'm currently a lifeguard. I know that it is not exactly a related job, but in a way it is. I deal with all sorts of people, of all ages, every shift. Every job matters when you need to show your resume as well as references as long as you have good references, I don't think anyone actually cares what you do. I'd be happy to help you. Please do send me your details, and I could put in a good word for you.  I really appreciate it! I'll gather all of the needed information, and send it to you by the end of the week. Thank you so much!