Last week I was offered a full three-year PhD scholarship at The University of Sussex to start in September.
This means that I have a definite end in sight; that in three years, all being well, I will have the PhD and be eligable for more exciting prospects of employment. I'm also looking forward to being involved in research and seminars at the university, and there's a good chance that I can give lectures to undergraduates too.
I had given up all hope of ever getting a full scholarship, which just shows that you can never say never.
This also means that you can expect to see this blog updated far more often.