Tummy Tension

Well, we're a little over 2 weeks in now and I have to say that I'm not feeling as nervous as I was before. In fact, I feel almost competent, which is my way of saying that I've not made a complete arse of myself yet.

I need, though, to settle on a research agenda quickly. I could:

• take the dissertation around the block and see what articles come out
• move one step over to the left of the diss and begin a new-ish course of research
• craft a new course based in my daily duties
• recycle some old ideas in one of my other disciplines, thereby putting my scholarship at odds with my daily work

Each comes with pluses and minuses, each requires time, and each could be rewarding. I am blessed with ideas. Heaven help me.