Category Archives: Days

From mum to step mum

Posted on April 14, 2016 by grainnemcanee

Being a mum has taught me so many things and continues to do so every day. Being a step mum is challenging in a whole new way and sometimes I am completely blindsided by the tribulations that come along. It’s … Continue reading →

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Day 27

Posted on November 23, 2014 by grainnemcanee

It’s good to be back in the flow of PhDing after my period of low output. The introduction for my first chapter is started so I am finally on the road. Met with The Professor on Friday and we are … Continue reading →

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Day 14

Posted on November 13, 2014 by grainnemcanee

This week I proof read the proof reading version of my first co-authored, soon to be published, in production, academic paper. And I was delighted. I printed it out and showed it to people in work, at home and that … Continue reading →

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I might miss you.

Posted on November 7, 2014 by grainnemcanee

I read this young woman’s blog every day. It’s a great read. She writes beautifully and I always find something interesting to think about.

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‘Normal’ People

Posted on November 7, 2014 by grainnemcanee

Originally posted on Waking Spirals:
? “The normal is that which nobody quite is. If you listen to seemingly dull people very closely, you’ll see that they’re all mad in different and interesting ways, and are merely struggling to hide…

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Day 7

Posted on November 6, 2014 by grainnemcanee

I have been sick! I need lots of sympathy. I could not decide if it was Ebola, some new and deadly virus or worst of all….MANFLU!

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Day 3 (yes, I skipped day 2!)

Posted on November 2, 2014 by grainnemcanee

Sunday evening and the pursuit of happiness. I have spent a spectacular thirty minutes or so on my PhD this weekend! I did however mail The Professor my results from our latest analysis which we will discuss on Tuesday so that … Continue reading →

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