My next deadline is 25th March – by when I must test the analytical framework and draft the initial findings. I’ve allowed myself to rest a little bit, created templates, and glanced over the data and field notes. Having thoughtful preparation is most important. I would like to move on to the next analysis after making sure that everything is reasonably okay so far. For me, it can be a little risky to leave unresolved issues and move on, because the motivation to address them would likely weaken over time. If I were to encounter the same unsolved issue again months later, I might not handle it or even be able to tackle it. Anyway, I prefer to handle it right away, and this is how I have written my draft chapters so far.
Conference preparation
I’ve got another deadline on 31st March and have revised my abstract for a conference presentation to submit the final version. Two reviewers’ comments were so nice! The first reviewer’s feedback is very encouraging and motivates me. The second reviewer’s comments are incredibly critical. Basically, he said that my abstract is terrible. My colleagues told me, “That’s normal. Usually, one person likes your abstract, and the other person heavily criticises it”. I now feel like I am finally part of proper academia.
This is the last weekend at the current flat. I have spent the time writing my blog, prepping my classes as always, and cooking carbonara and butternut squash soup.
My achievements in Week 114
- made lists of consultation data and some templates for analysis
- collected the keys of our new apartment and arranged for TV and wifi, and a removal company
Goals for Week 115
- conduct analysis
- renew my passport in London
- move to the new place
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