Hi all,

Thank you for your patience over the last few months as I juggle the final leg of my dissertation.

I’m happy to report that I successfully passed my dissertation defense this afternoon. Now I feel like a short break as I wrap up a couple of bureaucratic tasks required to receive my degree.

I will be back next week with more posts and updates!

I’m looking forward to my trip to Italy and bringing you photos and discussions of my experiences in both Florence and Sicily!