PG Talk: LaTonya Pinkard by

I am a mother of two wonderful young men, Michael and Nathaniel Long. I am an educator with a desire to see her students succeed and move on to the next level. I like outdoor activities as long as insects are gone, traveling, and I feel ice cream is wonderful therapy.

I honestly prayed. I wanted change my life and an opportunity to blossom personally and professionally. I applied and here I am.

Because I have two young men, both former athletes, I understand the struggle they endure as athletes and as men. I would say understanding, experiencing and living through the struggle motivates me.

It is innate; I can't help it. Those who get it; get me, they know I'm there for them 110% and it transcends the one class they may take from me. If they need my help in another class or institution, I'm there to assist.

I do not pressure nor do I coddle; however, my expectations are high. I establish respect for them as people and I adjust myself to fit their hectic schedules.

Hush, period.

I can't speak to the specific process. I initially thought, okay, that's cool for I hadn't seen the previous series.

No sir, I did not at all. As I blush, I say thank you. I didn't see any of this coming.

Yes, I am. We never know how someone else's story of trials, tribulations, triumphs can help others.

Social Media!! Wooo

I watched them completely late June of this year. I thought it was extremely engaging and Netflix did a really good job sharing the stories of all involved.

No sir, not at all. We are two different women in two different professions helping students as best we can.

We move on but I am here if they need me. There are a few I check on from time to time.

I really enjoy the community college level. My future.....great question, I will start praying again and see what happens

Ya know, I don't tell shows, movies or books. We all have to wait and see.

I have an idea but have not narrowed it down. I am pretty sure the author will be Walter Mosley.

I have to stay loyal- TN Vols, Titans, fingers are crossed.

Soul food is who I am but Italian is very close runner-up.

Color Purple. I recently saw Vacation and that movie cracked me up!!

This may seem odd, but " Oh The Places You Will Go" by Dr. Seuss. This book truly explains life. Yes, I have other faves but this is top choice.