Inexcusable

Yes, it's been a long time since this blog was active. I admit to having other blogs. And that's okay, because they're "off-topic" as far as this blog HAS a topic. But it has been neglected too long, so here I am.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I've decided to go back to school. It's a down job market, and I'm finding I'm overqualified for the jobs I apply for, and jobs I would apply for require the advanced degree.

Plus, going back to grad school would certainly get me out of L.A., since the programs I'm attracted to are all either east of the Mississippi or on the other side of The Pond.

I have a ton of things to do to make this happen, and a short time-frame. I want to be in school by fall. I want my scholarship to be funded, so I don't end up in debt. I want my dissertation research to be something that really engages me.

I'm going to do my best to make this happen, but realistically, I am still going to keep my eye on the job market. I could write the best dissertation proposal ever, and still not get funding (for any of a variety of reasons). So, if I'm not in school by fall, I want to be employed by June.