On the Road to a PhD: Sandy, Stress and Sunny skies

Well, I have to admit, I was KINDA right about Sandy. I mean, it is wreaking havoc in the US right now, and in Toronto someone was even killed by a sign that blew down. But in Kingston at least, it wasn't that bad. Sandy did prevent me from sleeping a few times. It sounded like there was an airplane outside the window most of the night, but the power never went out, we got minimal rain (compared to other spots in Ont) and there doesn't seem like there was too, too much damaged caused here. That being said, I am glad the US especially took those precautions in NY, etc. and hope that things turn up there soon.

The sky outside as I wait for the bus. Looks
like a fire in the horizon.

The view out the window at my desk at 8:30AM. Wait.. what hurricane?

I had the first mental breakdown of my PhD yesterday. It was a classic, so much work, no idea what I am doing, my ideas suck...dear God someone help me type breakdown. I recovered I think for the most part. Lost some sleep over it, but back at it again today. A little stressed still but will just keep going. Worked HARD on my lit review yesterday afternoon, post-breakdown, so that was a good sign. And I also got here early (like pre-8AM) today in an attempt to get as much done before noon as I can. I am wasting some time blogging because I a) needed a break and b) our weekly coffee time is in 15 minutes. I guess, one would think, that weekly coffee time is a break, but I think I needed a pre-break, break. You follow?

I turn 24 tomorrow.. Pretty crazy that I've been on this crazy earth, living this crazy life for 24 craaaaazy years. It's a little depressing, but it's a good indication that real life will begin soon, which I suppose is also a little terrifying.

Anyways, that's all for today, I must go be productive. Here are a few pics of my cooking Extravaganza on Sunday!