Oh.....ok. Right, what was I thinking? Thanks for helping me remember that I'm actually supposed to FINISH the dissertation. Silly me, I thought I was supposed to let it linger for ten-ish years and then forget about it. Yes, that clears everything up.
How about don't help!!! Believe me, I am very much MORE aware than you are that I haven't finished writing it yet. And believe it or not, I am aware that the point is to finish it. I promise, I didn't miss that part.....I do know that I have to finish the Big D to get to the finish line. But again, I thank you for your reminder.
I get that people only bring it up because they care, but let's make a deal: if I want to talk about it, I will. That, and only that, should be your cue to remind me that I haven't yet finished it. I know people think it's "just an exercise" but put yourself in my place. Have you ever coordinated a language program, taught 4 courses with three new books, put together a study abroad program, represented an entire city for a pageant AND had to write a dissertation? I think not. So again, when I'm ready to talk about it, I will. Otherwise, I will become that bitter girl who sinks into a deep depression and lashes out at people for asking how it's going. Thanks for your help.
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