The bell rang. Teachers took roll, looked at their notes, and set out to explain the second of the school-wide assignments: the reality that loomed over the dream of first period. Interested in being a cop? Consider salaries, divorce rates, and dangers. Artist? How much does an artist earn, where do they live, what is the cost of rent, food, insurance? Game designer, physical therapist, dental hygienist? Training, student loans, jobs…
Cold, hard reality.