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[negrito7]

Thanksgiving was good times. It was my first away from family and there was a strange corollary that occurred to me as we were lining up for the food--it was my first Thanksgiving with all white people. This should not be such a big deal as I have spent most of my life since I moved to Arkansas surrounded by primarily white people, but for some

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[jennafish]

I find it somewhat fascinating that you, a writer at heart, dislike writing papers so much. Is it because of the formality and constraints of papers? Just thinking.
Perhaps similar to me boing a musician, but hate the restraints of actually written down music or having to do certains songs exactly as written or heard on the radio (hence why a cover band was not much fun for me). THe freedom for me in music is essential.

[negrito7]

hehe...yeah, it's an interesting disparity. But, as you guessed, it is the formality and constraints of a paper that turn me off. I love to read new things and write about them, but I like to write in free flow. However, I think it's very important to have format and document research so that you can communicate ideas and context in a very clear way. I just don't like documenting everything.

I know what you mean about written music. I'm only just now getting back into it as I pick up the sax again, and even then it's in the jazz area so it's much more free.

[amwong]

I'm likely headed to seminary before too long ... come join the club! :-)

[negrito7]

So, what's this about you going to seminary? You're already getting a doctorate, you smart person!

[icewinddragon]

I have thought about this for a while - but i am afraid that i really have no significant insights to offer. I can empathise with your dislike for writing papers, and i hope that you will find a way of education that fullfills your desires.

Good Luck

Pax vobiscum

IcewindDragon