Graduating From Training Mugs

Builder's School

A Puppet Named Juan

'Reading, writing and arithmetic are important, son. Someday you might sign autographs for money.'

'I have this fear of the real world...'

Blue Stockings - Woman revealing herself as author

Grad School Parent-Teacher Conference

'When I grow up, I want to be a hydraulic engineer...'

Big Bang Theory.

Unable to raise enough money for a trip to Paris, the Bartlesville High French Club had to settle for three days in Tulsa.

'Hmph. College kids.'

'Never mind inspiration. I need background material on atomic physics.'

'No Renee, not until you get two degrees, pass a rigorous physical, and beat out thousands of other qualified individuals.'

"No Timmy, I don't think your pencil has system requirments or upgrades you can download from the internet."

"So, tell me a little bit more about this house training you mention on your CV."

Reach for the Star.

Eternal Student.

"Actually, I'm hoping what I'm going to be when I grow up hasn't been invented yet."

"Well if I can't be a cowboy I'll be a lawyer for cowboys."

"My answers could be right. Your quiz just asked the wrong questions."

Postgraduates A group of posts on their way to class.

"Great cruise except the zip lining got flooded."

College. Did you pick a major yet? I'm doing a double major in art and logic --- I want to draw my own conclusions!

"I didn't finish the proof but I did write this poem about my struggle."

"There's something weird about Emily. She actually likes school!"

The adoration of the gels.

'So...you THINK you have what it takes to be a scientist...?'

"But everyone is befuddled by math."

Woman carries the world.

"Yes Dad, I passed math and now I'm passing chemistry and physics."

"I had all the right answers, but I had them in the wrong order."

"It's no my fault I got a D. The system is broken."

'And this year's 'Inquisitive Learner Award' goes to...'

'I guess there are lots of rotten jobs, Gramma...I hope I don't have to clean the taco hut forever.'

"Make a lot of money."

Other girl's luxuries are my necessities.