The other issue is a lot of what I’m interested in doesn’t have a lot of existing research. I’m either breaking new ground or wasting time on a fools errand.

I know, but it’s still embarrassing. I’d like to either leave the state to earn second masters to flesh out my ideas or stay here and do a PhD.

I understand I have a good grasp of the fundamentals and my equations have been triple checked, but I want to hear specifically what I am doing well so I know going forward.

Wait! One of my cells had a mistake in it. I corrected it and the rate of return snapped back to 70%. That's still really good, it doesn't strain credulity.

See, I actually did this. I listed the references in my class reading and checked the school library to see if they had any relevant books I could check out. It was a lot of extra work, but it was very rewarding.

It's over. That was so beautiful. I wish I could have seen it in person, but seeing it online was still a lot of fun.

I have a lot of homework to do this weekend but I’m taking a culture break. With hot wings.

My presentation went well. She released our grades after my presentation. I got 100% on an assignment and was asked to give a presentation on it. I'm really good at this class and that makes me really happy.