San Diego
I’ve been in San Diego since Friday now. I’m here for a scientific conference. I fly back to Minneeeesota on Wednesday. It has been really terrific. I have photos from some of the fun things that I’ve done since I’ve been here, but I’m not sure when I’ll get to them. It might be after I get back to MN. I might have some free time in the evening, but it all depends on how much hanging out I do with friends before going to bed.
I have learned a few things while being here so far.
1. It has been way too long since I took some time off on a weekday to do something fun.
2. If the hotel uses down pillows and comforter, it is VERY important to ask for non-down versions. I ended up feeling semi-sick the day after I slept with the down stuff and couldn’t figure out why I felt so terrible. Then something my roomie said made me realize it is probably the sleeping materials. After sleeping with foam pillows and a traditional blanket, I feel much better.
3. I’m excited about my research again. I’d gotten pretty bummed out about being stuck on something, but presenting my work and having people tell me it is really good and exciting got me excited about it again.
I think that is all for now.
Talk to you later!
Ern says:
Ooh, there are a bunch of people from my building at that conference. I hope you’re enjoying the sunny SoCal weather! Now that you’re down-free anyway. And seriously, conferences can do so much in terms of motivation. The weeks after them are always so productive. (Plus, funded travel, HELLO!)
jenski says:
Oooo…San Diego is a nice place to go for a conference. Conferences are both exciting and exhausting. I am glad you got down-free bedding and motivating conversations about your work!
Texas Seestor says:
I am SO glad that your trip has been so much good. I know that visiting friends would be a high point, but it sounds like the poster session went well, also. Can’t wait to hear more and see your pictures!
Squirl says:
Sounds like you’re having a marvelous tme! That’s great. Glad you got that down situation figured out.
Have fun in the nice weather there. It’ll be a bit chilly when you get home.
poopieiepiep says:
Good for you!
Danielle says:
I found out yesterday that there are 31,900 people attending this conference. Who knew that there are so many neuroscientists out there across the world?