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kaberettWhy a retrospective? Because at this point, things are beginning to kick into gear for my return: we're beginning to talk about a project; we've already talked about accessibility of accommodation and my department; and the "yep this one's good" letter has been requested from my GP.
So what have I got done?
... and, of course, a large number of other bits and bobs.
Most of these - including getting my meds sorted out - were completely incompatible with getting a degree (or possibly staying alive), but have made a massive improvement to my quality of life and ability to, you know, do well when I return.
I'm finding things a little emotionally wearing at the moment - Facebook is full of status updates along the lines of "degree finished, HERE I COME ABERDEEN PHD" from people I matriculated with, and that's bothering me much more than I expected to - but oh my goodness, taking a year out was the right thing to do, and: I am fundamentally okay.
So what have I got done?
- sorted out my medication: my mental health is now generally well-managed, and my pain is acceptably-managed
- applied for DLA, and appealed the subsequent decision
- accessed NHS funding for a wheelchair, plus applied for a grant for magic wheels
- sent another round of letters in The Saga Of Fiona Fucking Blake
- written fic plus misc crafty endeavours
- started learning Javascript and volunteering with Dreamwidth
- I'm about to be in my first Lashings show, and have booked tickets for the Edinburgh Fringe
- set up an LGBT+ library
... and, of course, a large number of other bits and bobs.
Most of these - including getting my meds sorted out - were completely incompatible with getting a degree (or possibly staying alive), but have made a massive improvement to my quality of life and ability to, you know, do well when I return.
I'm finding things a little emotionally wearing at the moment - Facebook is full of status updates along the lines of "degree finished, HERE I COME ABERDEEN PHD" from people I matriculated with, and that's bothering me much more than I expected to - but oh my goodness, taking a year out was the right thing to do, and: I am fundamentally okay.