You don't know what you've got....

I just got home from attending a talk by Dr. Chat. It was fun. Listening to him read from his latest book made me realize how much I miss coursework.

Well, let me rephrase that, I don't miss the seminar papers, but I miss seminar discussions. One problem I've faced as I try to put together a prospectus is that I am a social learner. I get my best ideas in conversation with others; and, try as you might, writing the dissertation is a lonely job.

This evening it was interesting to see Dr. Chat not do his best work. His presentation was rushed and dense and his delivery was terrible. Once the floor opened up to questions it was better, but man. I thought he knew better.