things are coming together

much slower than i had hoped for, but things are finally beginning to come together with my work. i am currently doing some preliminary tests and characterizations that i am hoping will lead to some pretty awesome publicationS (with emphasis on plural) in the spring. it all starts right now though. this phase is crucial in guaranteeing that i am not barking up the wrong tree and that my analysis is thorough and complete. this is where the whole "doing things right the first time" comes in. the sooner i get it right, the faster i can finish my degree.


p.s. - i just sit and wonder what the military recruiter are telling high school kids these days. who in there right mind would want to sign up for the armed forces with such negative (and warranted) publicity lately. read this