It is midday and I have just enjoyed a delicious breakfast. I feel very relaxed,not just because of the breakfast, but because I completed my colloquium presentation this morning. It is not a huge milestone, but it was an unanticipated deliverable that I added a month ago so I am glad to have accomplished it.
I think that the presentation went fairly well. I received several useful pieces of feedback that I will integrate into my next presentation. Also, I have some solid ideas for how I need to evolve some aspects of my planned analysis. I always forget how rewarding it is to be around other researchers who are struggling with getting things done. Additionally, there is a good deal of value in seeing how they approach and present their data. I am really glad that my supervisor also attended in person, it was very comforting to see her there and feel her support. Overall, it was time really well spent.
I initially thought that I would also go to the library but my brain is fried. In addition to preparing for the colloquium this week I attended my first session of my SPSS course. I learned a great deal and am looking forward to the second session next week. I think I will be in a good position to conduct a good deal of analysis in the upcoming weeks.
Like a hobbit, I am now enjoying my second breakfast. Mmm!! I will depart shortly and do a few errands. Look forward to playing some tennis for an hour and then a nap. I have tentative plans for this evening but not sure if I have the energy for anything more than the comfy couch.