Sorry that there haven’t been any recent postings. School stuff has gotten in the way. But I imagine that life is going to get better now. The defense went really well. In the end, I thought that the actual talk was a little choppy in parts, but the Q and A afterward was pretty fun. I guess having lived this chemistry day in and day out for the last five years and eleven months makes you somewhat immune to interrogation.
Anyways, I simply wanted to say to the people who read this blog that I appreciate the unwavering love and support that I have received during this long and drawn-out process.
And although the recognition of a doctorate is placed solely on the individual, in truth this accolade can only be garnered through the generosity of others.
Thank you,
-bill
Magrilless 
We're so proud of you, Bill! I promise a congratulatory clam chowder when I make it to Boston! (Or tequila, whatever….) A&G
congrats!!!!!
looking forward to having you out on the east coast with us.
Hooray and Allejuia!! We are so proud of both of you. Keep in touch Love Grands Collins
makes my heart melt to read your blog.
you and gretchen trudged through this 6 years, 11 months as if it was a walk in the park…a very long, long walk…but nevertheless, you guys made it look effortless.
The whole world is your ‘clam’ now (come on…in Boston they say ‘clam’ and not oyster) Dad and I want and wish you two the best time in boston – think of it as a vacation while working for MIT and the CIA (hehehe)
Have the best time there and smell lots of roses.
See you in a few weeks,
love, mom and day