Semester, Semester

On a significantly less dramatic note, I'm quite excited about this upcoming semester.

I get to dread admissions decisions (who can't claim that's fun, eh?), get to prepare for comprehensives, face the dreaded prospect of getting that thesis thing together, complete coursework, get to attend conferences, and, most awesomely, get to teach a literature and writing course. Wheedledidodah!

Mostly, in this moment, I'm cautiously excited about meeting les nouveaux étudiants and about hearing what they have to say about short stories, poems and plays. I confess, sometimes, these kids surprise me (and not by saying "I hate your class but can I get an A", although that has come to pass as well.)