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Night Blossom

2/16/2016

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So far, I've managed to keep myself incredibly busy and I don't see much respite in the near future. Hehe. Being a teacher is so incredibly demanding and this realization is coming from someone who is used to working under high stress conditions as a lawyer. Perhaps I got lucky, since I was able to essentially leave my work at the office, when I was a judicial law clerk. There was a clear separation between work and home. I actually had time to myself every evening and, unless there was a big case, the same was usually true on the weekends. Not so with teaching, though. My work is never done.


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I've only been teaching for the past year, but it didn't take me long to appreciate the work that teachers do. Teachers are so under appreciated. They really are. The best teachers are the ones who are prepared. Hours of preparation is required for each lesson they teach and they are not compensated for those hours. They're only compensated for the time that they spend in the classroom. Even a lawyer is compensated by the hour for her time researching, drafting, making phone calls. I can't imagine being compensated solely for time spent in the court room. The thought is crazy, right? Teachers don't get billable hours. Hehe. So, yeah. It has been quite an adjustment. I was so busy on Friday that I didn't give a single thought to my hobby--my creative outlet and stress reliever. Hence, the dark skies.

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I was holed up in a coffee shop, wildly hammering out a lesson on my laptop and blasting drum and bass through noise cancellation headphones. My task was to come up with interesting ways to help international law students understand the inner workings of the lender-borrower relationship; the consequences for default and remedies available to priority lenders. Dry stuff, am I right? Haha. The hardest part of teaching is figuring out how to make each lesson engaging, relevant and meaningful.

I was so caught up in that endeavor that I didn't notice the sun's descent. >_< Hehe. These photos were taken in a rush, I'm afraid. So, I apologize, if it's difficult to make out what I've got on. Do I look cold and tired and hungry? Well, I was all those things! Haha. I still managed to look cute, though, right? ;P~


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Anyway, I've always been a bit of a work-a-holic and old habits die hard. If I'm not busy, I feel useless.
I like having problems to solve. The more complex, the better. That being said, a tired and hungry brain is of no use to anyone. Right now, my brain is hungry for pizza and beer. Haha. See you, next time! <3



Thrifted - Olive Winter Hat, ModCloth Beige Floral Dress (Swap Group), ModCloth
Maroon Tights
(Sale), Oatmeal Socks & Handmade Speckled Cream Scarf

Warby Parker -
Notched Key Hole Glasses in Tortoise
c/o Oasap - Beige Double Breasted Coat
UrbanOG - Dark Brown Calf Boots


♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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17 Comments
Frannie Pantz link
2/16/2016 12:02:08 pm

Ahhhhhh so that is where we connect--great vintage clothes lovers AND working in law (I'm a family law paralegal). I knew there was something ;-) Love the boots!

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Anna
2/17/2016 05:53:13 pm

Hehe. :DDD <3

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Monique
2/16/2016 12:19:52 pm

Love your cosy outfit!

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Anna
2/17/2016 05:53:45 pm

Hey! Long time, no see! Thanks! <3

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Lindwormmm link
2/16/2016 04:02:03 pm

Yes you do look super cute in these pictures too <3 :D
Loving the old school romantic colours and especially that dress. Buttons! <3

Aw yes, as a student I've noticed that I learn so much more when the teacher has prepared the lessons well. I can't even imagine how many hours you guys sacrifice for the sake of teaching us ó ^ ò I truly appreciate it.

I bet you are the best teacher <3 <3 and the cutest one too :D

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Anna
2/17/2016 05:54:50 pm

Aww! Thanks! <3 I remember the teachers who really made a difference in my life and, now that I've taken up the profession, it puts their work and sacrifices into much better perspective. It just makes me appreciate them even more.

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Rebeca link
2/16/2016 08:18:55 pm

I actually kind of like the street lights in the background! :D

You must use a tripod - brave soul, setting that up on the sidewalk. Always makes me feel SUPER AWKWARD. :P

Love the colours and textures of this one - very soft and cozy looking, especially with the scarf!!

-Rebecca
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Anna
2/17/2016 05:56:02 pm

Oh my partner was kind enough to take these. We were working together at the coffee shop and he actually remembered to bring the camera, which I thought was sweet. Hehe. If not for him, I would have just totally forgot. He's a sweetie. :P

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priscilla link
2/17/2016 06:27:29 am

you look so gorgeous lovely outfit!
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Anna
2/17/2016 05:56:58 pm

Thanks so much! I appreciate the visit! :D <3

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FASHION TALES link
2/17/2016 09:44:29 am

I'm sure t must have been very stressful as a lawyer and law clerk?! Wow! I like your coat, and the printed floral dress has a nice neutral tone.
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Anna
2/17/2016 05:58:04 pm

Hey, there! Thanks! :P Yeah, I complain about working long hours, but I've become accustomed to it. It's painful, but not as much as it would be for someone without the requisite constitution, I guess. Hehe.

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Denise link
2/17/2016 12:19:51 pm

Dear Anna, it's lovely that you are a teacher, and a lawyers as well, and as a coincidence, I was a teacher for many years, too. And you are so right - teachers are so under appreciated. No one sees the amount of work we have to do (or I had to) out of the classroom and yes, paid just for the time you are in the room. So I totally understand you, but having said that, also that you are used to work a lot and you like it! By the way, you look so lovely! I loved the boots, the dress, the coat! I guess you know how I love floral patterns, this dress is so sweet! Hope you have a great (rest) of the week!
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Anna
2/17/2016 05:58:42 pm

Hey! Thanks, lady! Means a lot. <3

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Hollie Ramsey link
2/18/2016 03:49:50 pm

How did I miss that you're a teacher? You're the best dressed teacher I've ever seen!

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Bonita link
2/20/2016 04:14:27 pm

Wow, you sound like one busy woman! I didn't realize you are teaching at the moment, I'm sure you are wonderful at what you do.

One of my favorite teachers from school was a lawyer and hearing her story about one was kind of funny, because I never expected her jobs in the past. I'm glad you are still blogging.

Pretty outfit, very woodlands <3

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Kristian
3/6/2016 08:54:07 am

I think TEFL teachers have it especially hard because it is being paid only for those hours you are in front of students. At least most other teaching positions are salaried, but you sound like a good teacher to have, wanting to make sure the lessons are interesting!

I like this floral on brown number. It is earthy and reminds me of early springtime when things are just starting to sprout!

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