Author Archives: Amanda

I want to be a doctor when I grow up

Posted on April 28, 2008 by Amanda

I met Laura when I was twelve and she was eleven (ok, so this is more than ten years ago). We both wrote poetry, had siblings, and like to read. And a friendship was born. We’d whine and plead and … Continue reading →

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House!

Posted on April 25, 2008 by Amanda

Dr. Man and I put an offer on a house in our favorite neighborhood… and it was accepted! Now, we’re in the process of home inspections, pest inspections, final mortgage approval, etc. We got the house for a very reasonable … Continue reading →

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Carnival of GRADual Progress

Posted on April 23, 2008 by Amanda

I’m hosting this month’s Carnival of GRADual Progress. This is the first time I’ve ever hosted a blog carnival. So, it’ll be a learning experience. Speaking of which, I think that would be a good theme for this month’s carnival: … Continue reading →

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Lots of updates

Posted on April 21, 2008 by Amanda

I rode my bike into work for the first time today. I learned two very important things: 1. I am not in as good shape as I think I am.2. It’s harder to ride in dirt than I remember. Overall, … Continue reading →

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Bike Commuting

Posted on April 18, 2008 by Amanda

As I’m preparing for the eventual buying of a house and move to said house, I’m also preparing to give up my bus route. College Town (where Public U. is located) has a fairly decent public transportation system for taking … Continue reading →

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Progress and Review

Posted on April 18, 2008 by Amanda

Today, in comparison with rest of my week, has been rather calm. Things ran relatively smooth, I’m still having some minor problems with one of my many projects. However, it’s not looking like a huge problem (famous last words, right?). … Continue reading →

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Like an ant

Posted on April 16, 2008 by Amanda

Am I busy? Oh, but let me tell you how. Saturday was a crash course in house hunting. Imagine: Fifteen houses in approximately 6 hours. We (or I rather as Dr. Man is still in Residency State) put in an … Continue reading →

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Message from the cave

Posted on April 13, 2008 by Amanda

Been very, very busy. Put offer on house. Seller has asked for a 24 hour extension to make decision. Stupid Seller! I’ll find out tomorrow. Will emerge from cave later today.

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Substitution of Words

Posted on April 10, 2008 by Amanda

I’ve decided to cut back on my cursing. My language has been described as unlady-like at best and drunken sailor-like at worst. A few days ago it reached an all time low when I had to change the word sh!t … Continue reading →

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Mutually Inclusive

Posted on April 6, 2008 by Amanda

Ever since SIL-1’s revelation about the necessity of my being an atheist due to my scientific career, I’ve been thinking about how many other people may think this.* Is this how Americans think of scientists?** After talking to several people … Continue reading →

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