Yesterday, I had my viva and passed with minor corrections. I am now Dr Beth!

Back in the UK and slowly recovering from jet lag. Had the most wonderful time in NYC for MaMI! Attended some fascinating papers, met some brilliant scholars, reunited with old friends, and felt honoured to be able to present alongside them! Here’s to next year (hopefully)!

Never had a conference be interested in my best CoD headshots before. Wonder if they also want to know my kill/death?

He is my assistant researcher

Had one of the most gut wrenching moments of my life yesterday. Was asked how the thesis is going and had to reply “I’m submitting next month” 🫠

Today John Williams turns 93! Here is truly beautiful and moving piece by Tim Greiving on John Williams, his 93rd birthday and his remarkable life.

thelegacyofjohnwilliams.com/2025/02/08/j...

Spent the weekend finalising the title of my thesis and filling in my intention to submit form. Actually terrifying lol.

I recently found out I have astigmatism so I thought this was just how everyone sees

Just discovered that I now have the top review on Letterboxd for Seven Pounds. It was clearly a very well thought out review and I’ll try not to let the game go to my head.

Starting over on bluesky