Data Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Around 1pm today I submitted my PhD thesis to the university:302 pages89000 words176 references to other articles/publications5 years of work Its not the end of the story because I have to have an oral exam (probably around Christmas), and then there is a strong possibility that they might want a few changes to the thesis. But, I am hoping that won't be a lot of work. I'll be making plans for getting jobs and what to do to keep me occupied whilst I am unemployed. There are plenty of tasks that need doing around here. And I'll want to keep going with my diet and start a regular exercise routine. But tonight I'm just going to relax and enjoy not being a student for a change! In the kitchen I have cheese, crackers, chocolate, beer - and a bottle of champagne! I'm going to share all this with my wife and kids of course (although the kids are not getting any champagne!). I've been a member here 3 years and I've been a student all that time. Its been a really tough period of my life, an emotional rollercoaster as they say. Thanks everyone for helping me get through it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddison Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Well done hunni. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeLamp Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Hell yes data! You've done something which even people without all the hardships you have had to overcome would have extreme difficulty doing. Kudos to you, and have a drink on me! Make sure you note this as an incredible achievement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stjaninaro Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Congratulations! :party: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine001 Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 :masked: :masked: :masked: :masked: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imdebbiem Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Wow, well done Data!...enjoy the food and champers!. xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlylight1 Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 fantastic! well done data thats brilliant xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walker Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 truly pleased that you have got there xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppleCrumble Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Whoo!!! Well done Data!!! That's amazing!! :-) *hugs* xxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tan19 Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Absolutely amazing! What a lot of work Well done And enjoy this feeling xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanta Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Well done Data :masked: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starryeyesee Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Wow! What an achievement! Hope you have a great evening xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooky Ducky Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 I was waiting for you to post that your thesis had gone in. Well done Data enjoy your evening and not being a student. Cooky Ducky xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Data Posted September 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Thanks everyone - I've run out of likes! My family arranged a surprise for me with balloons. And I have been given a gift of some rolos and a 'brain training' book. I've left a box of roses for them to share . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fedup! Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Data this is just brilliant news - I know how the road to this day has had it's ups and downs! But you haven't given up, ever...which says something excellent and strong about you. So so pleased and proud of you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Data Posted September 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Thanks fedup! There were many times that I felt fed up, but I always hoped I'd get there in the end. It ain't over until the fat lady sings. She's not singing yet but she is on the stage and has her microphone in hand! I'm on my 3rd glass of champagne (my wife has had 2), its nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonelyheartemma Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Well done Data, it is a great acheivement, I hope you enjoyed it despite all the stress but even if not at least your enjoying the fact youve done it :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyP Posted September 25, 2012 Report Share Posted September 25, 2012 youv done incredible hun i really take my imaginary hat off to you. well done chick xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Data Posted September 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2012 Thanks Pandora and Emma. I did enjoy it, despite the stress. It has been an opportunity of a lifetime; its only when you look back you realise how much you learn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jillv Posted September 25, 2012 Report Share Posted September 25, 2012 I've just seen this Data, and I'm so proud of you! Well done!! I always knew you would get there, as I know you have a brilliant mind. Make sure you fill your time in the next little while, as there will be a feeling of a gigantic void in your life; for the last few years it has been filled with a myriad of complicated things (which I don't understand at all) and hasn't left much room for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Data Posted September 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2012 kalico - thanks . I was worried about the void. I have to say it felt nice this morning not having anything in particular to do. HOWEVER... it won't last! I have a telephone interview tomorrow, an in-person interview on Thursday and another in-person interview next week. I have just been to buy smart shoes and an umbrella. I have a delivery of extra large smart shirts coming tomorrow to hide my fat belly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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