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Hello you guys! I seem to have forgotten how to blog with everything going on around here. I'm sure I'm not the only one. Hope you all are coping okay?

Last week Things finally got to some semblance of a routine this week and I've been finally feeling better and in charge of my emotional faculties. I've taken over one of the upstairs bedrooms and set it up as my office-cum-homeschool room. In other words, the room is a big mess, but both my daughter and I are able to navigate the room fine as everything in the room has a meaning in our own brains. We're both very organized that way. I've been using a sit-stand desk for my work laptop and I'm a little glad that I got to try this system finally. When I'm not working, I'm helping the girl with her letters, numbers, or fun activities. Trust me, this is difficult but we worked through the system this week, and think we have it under control. My father-in-law watches my son during the day as the little ma…
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Defense, done and dusted!

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I'm finally done with my thesis defense! And unofficially graduated. There is some paperwork left to be done, but otherwise I'm well on my way! Just thought I'll leave a quick note here, in case you are wondering where I am. I considered putting up a bookish post today, but realized I was too tired to type anything intellectual right now. So, instead, I'll return back tomorrow! :) Thanks everyone for your good luck wishes!

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Rebecca Chapman said…
Great! I remember handing in my thesis, it was the best feeling in the world. Congratulations!
August 6, 2010 at 12:49 AM
Introverted Jen said…
Woohoo! Congratulations! I know you've been working hard on it!
August 6, 2010 at 1:13 AM
Anonymous said…
Congratualtions - Relax and celebrate!
August 6, 2010 at 7:26 AM
bermudaonion said…
This is wonderful news! Congratulations!!
August 6, 2010 at 7:47 AM
Emidy @ Une Parole said…
Way to go, Aths! Congratulations! I'm sure that's a huge weight off your shoulders.
August 6, 2010 at 7:54 AM
Bookventures said…
Congratualtions ; )
August 6, 2010 at 8:05 AM
My Cozy Book Nook said…
CONGRATULATIONS!! I hope you are planning to do something outrageously fun to celebrate :)
August 6, 2010 at 8:14 AM
Tales of Whimsy said…
Wahoooo! You need a spa day now :)
August 6, 2010 at 8:58 AM
Helen's Book Blog said…
Wahooooooooo! That is so exciting and must feel so good. Congratulation!
August 6, 2010 at 11:18 AM
StephTheBookworm said…
That is fantastic! You should be really proud of yourself.
August 6, 2010 at 1:20 PM
The1stdaughter said…
Congrats! Such exciting news! Now take a day off and look forward to a great new adventure! YAY!
August 6, 2010 at 2:36 PM
A Bookish Way of Life said…
Congrats, Aths! That is awesome!
August 6, 2010 at 6:51 PM
Nicole (Linus's Blanket) said…
Congratulations! That is s amazing. You must be so proud...and relieved!
August 7, 2010 at 8:50 AM
Anonymous said…
If it was a thesis defense then you must have finished the big kahuna (PhD)!

My hat goes off to you Aths. It is the best feeling in the world; one I hope to experience one day.
August 7, 2010 at 10:45 AM
J.G. said…
Hats and caps off to you! Take some time to bask in the glow!
August 7, 2010 at 6:09 PM
Anonymous said…
Congratulations!!! Enjoy your awesome achievement.
August 8, 2010 at 10:51 AM
Anonymous said…
Congratulations!
August 10, 2010 at 4:59 PM
Lisa said…
Congrats! Sending you a virtual pat on the back!
August 14, 2010 at 12:55 PM
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