Time Flies

Time flies. It’s nearly been a month since I started my new job. Unbelievable! It still feels very relaxed, but it’s not just the job that’s a bit more gentle - it’s living here in general.
The other exciting thing is that I’m learning an awful lot, but it’s mostly practical stuff, rather than making it [...]

One Year Ago Today

One year ago today, my PhD Viva (oral exam) took place. I’m trying to recall how the day went, but can’t really remember much at all. All I remember is counting down to it via my blog, and being in a strange mental place (somewhat detached, excited, fully pressurised, elated, a vacuum), and going to [...]

My Ex-BF does everything that I do

Just had a quick chat with my ex-BF (from years and years ago - we were together when I was 19 and he was 15 lmfao, so basically nearly 15 years ago) who I’ve been helping with his PhD-studentship application.
I just found out that he got his studentship and is off to New Zealand - [...]

916.86 Words Per Day

I’m currently writing a report for a consultancy project as part of my new job, and it’s really good for a variety of reasons.
Best of all, though, I seem to be able to produce a lot of high-quality writing each day. I’ve done over 6000 words so far, and that’s in 7 days. It’s ridiculous [...]

The Widgetisation of the Web

Yes, I know widgets are everywhere. In fact I’ve become a bit widget-obsessed lately, choosing my new WP theme because, amongst other things, I now have 3 columns for widgets instead of one . I do already use some customised WP widgets alongside the ready-made ones they offer.
Of course, another example of the [...]

Website Updated & other Digital Housekeeping

I’ve just (finally!!) updated my website.
Yes, I do have a website (enter my real name into Google and you’ll find it).
In particular, I’ve actually uploaded my thesis to my site - so if you want to have a look at it, feel free!
It was great fun. I enjoy doing stuff on the computer for myself [...]

Last Post from my University Office

Today for the last time, I’m blogging from the office at my Uni. I came here earlier after picking up my hardbound thesis from the bookbinder’s (yum, it looked very phat and stylish). I handed in my thesis to registry, so they can pass it on to our library, then signed some kind of release [...]

When do I have to start paying Council Tax?

I’ve been a bit confused as to the exact date from when I’ll have to start paying council tax . My graduation was on Friday, but my student card doesn’t expire until 8th of September, which I suppose is when the new term starts.
So, I can either:

go and tell the council that I graduated [...]

PhD - Over and Out

That’s it now. The PhD-topic of my blog has come to its natural end. I could still do some kind of reflection on the overall ‘journey’ etc. blah blah, but I think I’ll leave it for just now.
I’ve been there, done that, and wouldn’t do it again!
I’ll have to finalise a few things next week, [...]

I’ve Graduated!

I graduated today. It was great fun! I got my robe and had to walk up to the stage where I received my certificate. We then went for a pub meal at Biddy Mulligan’s, then back to mine to watch telly and get w4st3d.
I’m not going to post a pic but can email if you [...]