February 6, 2009
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comps in 14 days
yes, other things are happening as well, but none of them are nearly as important. Comps in 14 days. I had some scary moments getting my committee together to schedule a date and make sure that the test would magically appear on that date, so just getting the dang thing scheduled is a load off my mind.
It’s a 6 hour written exam. If I don’t pass, (and don’t totally and completely bomb it) I may have to have a 2 hour-ish oral exam as a makeup two weeks later. Since the two oral exams I’ve had in my entire life consisted of my two attempts to get my judo yellow belt (note: I failed the first one) I would really rather not, thanks.
I have been actively studying for this test since last June. (Originally I had planned to take it in December – but there is so much material to cover!)
If I pass this, I WILL get a Phd. I know I can write a dissertation. (It may be a slow, painful process – but I believe it can be done. )
I’m kind of glad it’s this early in the semester. I’m kind of giving myself permission to blow off my classes in prep for this. (and am taking at least one day off work that week) So, it’s good that I’ll have to rest of the semester to recover.
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I know you will do just fine. Your a wiz after all. We will think lots of happy passing thoughts for you.
Ok I just read your post again and then saw another referance on another site to you and Judo. Like wow. Good for you. I have a second degree brown belt. Avery has Black and so does Morgan. If you ever have questions just ask. or maybe not as we will talk your ears off. Again cool.