I did it! I stepped outside the box. The box that society has created, the box that I created for myself. I am a #professional #artist and #teacher working from #home in the #community. Exactly what I wanted in college. It took 18 years of working in schools, no regrets🧡, but I'm really f'n proud of myself for making my dreams come true. It feels amazing!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ @loriarbelart @venturewithart #persistence #happiness #resilience #dedication #commitment #nevergiveup #makeithappen #inspired #creative