But first: ( On the dangers of drinking and learning. )

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Academic update: This whole making an effort thing--it seems to work. Who knew? I was sure that brooding self-pity was the way to go. I may have to rethink my entire personality.

Cautious optimism begins to seep in around the edges.

Both emails answered, both positively. One a kind offer of grad support letter, the other a remarkably tolerant offer to discuss SSHRC proposal.

Essay also went well, he said casually, as though he hadn't been rending his clothes about it two days before.

Note to self: am infant. Treat as such.

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