Becoming the 1%: Photos of ASU’s graduate commencement ceremony
I am a big enough person to admit I’ve watched American Idol for years. Not faithfully, mind you, but regularly. And you …
Flashback Friday #3
Garage cleaning continues! A few more Flashback Friday gems for you… 1. One dedicated journalism student Senior year, apparently just a few …
Dos and don’ts of dissertation writing
It is finished. The dissertation, that is. After submitting a final draft on Monday, I just received official word that the book …
Spicy Thai noodles with shrimp and asparagus
This Spicy Thai noodle salad won rave reviews from friends. Make it ahead of time and chill so the noodles soak up …
Flashback Friday #2
With all of this week’s sad things (see here, here, and here for just a few examples), I’ve been trying to limit my …
Thursday 13: Mid-Spring snapshot(s)
Life post-dissertation has been strange and glorious. I’m finishing up revisions, applying for jobs, and reconnecting with my usual Spring pursuits–organizing, gardening, …
Celebrating the PhD: A sister trip to Disneyland
“You just finished your PhD. What are you going to do?” “I’M GOING TO DISNEYLAND!!!” That’s an approximation of a conversation that …
Flashback Friday #1
Who knew finishing my doctorate would mean going back in time? Well, that’s what it feels like tackling an overdue to-do: Diminishing …
The Easter egg tree
So the thing where I swore the Christmas tree would be down before Easter? Lies. Granted, I’ve been a little busy doing …
You can call me Doctor Blue Muse
Post-dissertation defense presentation and discussion, awaiting the verdict. I am so grateful to my dear friends who attended the defense and supported …