What is a Professional Astronomer? - Part II

A little while ago, I wrote down what my thoughts were on what it means to be a professional astronomer prior to researching the topic.  My partner in this investigation is Cassi Lochhaas.  She and I sat down with Kunal Mooley, a third year grad student in astrophysics at the California Institute of Technology, to interview him about his experiences and thoughts related to becoming a professional astronomer.  Our questions and Kunal's answers can be found at Cassi's blog, Life and Its Relation to Astronomy (or Vice Versa).  While you're reading that, Cassi and I will continue our research on what it means to be a professional astronomer.