So long..

Has it really been that long !
Much has happened in the intervening months - in particular I had a kind of "breakdown" I suppose one could call it and as it seemed connected with the my childhood in the brethren, my research in this area had to go on hold.
I have been encouraged to try blogging again by the experience of reading a blog by another former member who found writing to be therapeutic. I am currently re-reading his blog as I am presenting a paper using it at a conference in Dublin in June. It is proving difficult - I feel rather humbled by his writings.

Somehow this summer I have to find both the courage and the time to revisit my research and kick start it seriously. I am meeting with my supervisor on Monday to see how she can help.

Potentially I have a lot of time available over the next few months though there is a lot of marking to attend to at the university and next year's timetables to plan.

Any ideas out there how I can get my head down and ignore distractions including emotional ones??