It's been a long time since I've written....no excuses, friends. I had the entire week of spring break to check in and say hello....

I'm writing from field right now so this entry will be short, but I promise! promise! PROMISE!!! to sit down in the next few days and write a proper blog.

For the time being, let me address a few comments I've received. Stacey--- congratulations on getting in! That's wonderful. Good news is always so....GOOD, isn't it?! :) So about the research class online, I did take an online class while I was working in DC...it was through Johns Hopkins and was more related to public health research, but I can tell you this: online classes require a great deal of self-discipline. I learned quite a bit and ended up doing well, but knowing my learning style, I very much prefer the in-person interaction. If you're happy to go without that, it might be worth a shot. If you have a pretty firm grasp on it already, you might want to see if they'll let you "test out" of it...I know they allow that with some courses, not sure though if research is one of them. And just to make the matter a bit more complicated, (sorry), I had an awesome research professor last year. Bethany Lee- she's the one I blogged about. So, there's a few factors you should consider, but I say look into your options and talk to some people-- you'll figure it out.

Okay, now Erin---a congrats to you as well for getting in--- very cool. To answer your question, I do live in Baltimore and I'm really enjoying it. Baltimore has a pretty rough reputation...I remember friends in DC asking if I was SURE that I wanted to move here. My friends in PA have heard similar stories....truth be told I've felt very safe here. I live in Bolton Hill, which is so safe that it's almost boring!! (It is lovely, though...has fountains, lots of green space, is close to LightRail, etc....so there are perks!) Housing is pretty affordable and I'm sure you could find a spot that you liked where you felt safe. Plus, there's always a lot of fun things going on, and it's nice to be able to take advantage of them. Last week some school friends and I went to see a ballet/modern dance performance at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Tonight we're heading to a school function sponsored by the International Student Organization---WorldFest....with foods from over 13 different countries. I'm SO there! So Erin, the long-winded answer to your question is yes, most definitely you can live her and feel safe......and LOVE it.

I think it's time for me to run now. Expecting a client any minute! More soon, and as always, please feel free to send me any questions/comments.

Take care!