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That’s pretty much what I’m doing here. I keep finding frigging problems with my research. I hate this project. Simply hate it. First I find out a week into May that I have to redo everything that I spent the … Continue reading →

I moved this past weekend and was without internet for the past 48 hours. I didn’t check email or blog posts. So, one of the first things I did after getting into work today was to check my email. I … Continue reading →

And now I whine… Yes, Dr. Man and I recently bought a house. (I’m still pretty darned pleased about that.) Yes, I’ve painted most of the interior of said house (I’m tired of living with only white walls. It’s not … Continue reading →

Jennie at Just a Girl participated in April’s No Buying Things Challenge (which I’m sad that I missed out on). She noted that her only downfall was eating out. I commented that I had the same issue. Hence, our No … Continue reading →

Things are moving along quite nicely as far as the house is concerned. We were able to get the sellers to pay for half of the roof and we got a quote from a reputable roofer for less than we … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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.

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 →

I paid taxes today. I actually ended up having to pay taxes. I’ve spent the past several years supporting Dr. Man in his medical school endeavor. However, he started residency in July and started making money. So this means that … Continue reading →