I just returned from my daughter's constipation follow-up. The doctor explained that we need to monitor her closely for at least another year. Unfortunately, it won't improve quickly. Her colon muscles need to be trained to function normally, which can take time. To help, we need to increase her intake of high-fiber fruits and vegetables. This means I need to keep being diligent about preparing fresh juices for her.😇
Saturday, January 4, 2025
One Incredible Doctor
Friday, January 3, 2025
A New Year, New Challenges
Hi,
It's the third day of the new year, and I'm finally able to sit down and update this. As always, life has been quite hectic with the usual demands. Juggling everything on my plate is increasingly challenging. I need to be extra mindful and implement better time management to ensure everything is completed successfully.
Among my current responsibilities, supervising PhD students gives the most significant challenges. This involves extensively reviewing numerous drafts, including theses and other academic papers, prior to submission. As a supervisor, I prioritize a thorough review of all drafts before authorizing any submission. However, I also need to acknowledge the time constraints in a student's candidature and try my best to provide timely feedback to ensure they can meet their academic deadlines.
On the other hand, teaching is progressing well. I will conclude the final chapter by Week 13, preparing students for their second test and the final exam. Three assessments have been completed, and three more are due in the coming weeks. This will be followed by a period of intensive marking, including the final exam scripts for all candidates.
In addition to what I'm experiencing, this year, I'm embarking on a new chapter as part of the School of Math's newly formed administration team. I'll be coordinating alumni relations, marketing efforts, and income generation for the school. While I haven't had prior experience in these areas, I'm eager to embrace this challenge and unleash my full potential.
Good luck with everything, Amirah! :)