D Day - Defense Day Countdown - 23 hours

Thanks for the comments on the previous blog.

Karen - I am sure you can relate to what I am going through since you have recently went through the same thing - much more painful - I don't think I could study to become a medical doctor...You finally did it, and I am so proud of you cuz.

Dr. Paul - I spend more time with you than my colleagues at work and my family and friends. Not that you are not a friend, but you know what I mean. You know me very well and you are so right - I am a total spaz. Hopefully after tomorrow you will not have to deal with me sitting in "the chair" in your office talking in circles. I do have to admit, we have had some fun conversations.

Bea - Thanks for the words of confidence - I am very fortunate to work with such an amazing person (although it is through phone/email/sametime).

Let's see - what am I feeling right now? - Dr. Paul claims that the Defense is very anti-climatic. Although I have been living with my research study for ~ two years, I am excited to present the findings to the committee and whoever decides to see me go through pain.

I have not been able to work out for a week (unusual for me), and I think that is why I am spazing out even more. I am going to hit up a Zumba class tonight to calm my nerves (maybe a bottle of vodka when I get home) - just kidding Dr. P. I promise to not show up tomorrow with a hangover.

I have been receiving a ton of email and cards from friends who are cheering me on through this Defense. It is good to know that there are great people who are looking out for me and supporting me. I have received some great advice, a good luck bean plant, and many hugs.

Thank you everyone.

I hope I can post on Saturday morning (maybe Monday) that I passed the defense.

Until Next Time!