The
idea of writing a dissertation alone is akin to being completely independent in
this world. Both are
impossible. Just as socializing
and interdependence are woven into our culture and DNA, so is the
accomplishment of this dissertation the product of both myself, and those who
supported me through the process.
First
and foremost, this research doesn't happen without my partner, Erin. The irony of a dissertation regarding
household labor, is that I have been forced to neglect my own domestic
responsibilities in order to complete the work before you. She has been understanding, supportive,
motivating, and even more understanding.
She believes in a world of fairness, and I love the world she strives to
create. While there is no way to ever fully repay you, by marrying you, I hope
to give myself the opportunity to try.
To
my family and friends, you are one and the same. In times of academic isolation you all gave me your time,
patience, attention, and love.
These are acts of kindness which cannot be forgotten, and which will
always be meaningful to me. I
continue to believe that these relationships are the key to sustained
happiness. So thank you, for being
my sustenance.
To
my academic colleagues. This work
would never have been possible without you. Without your generosity of time, interest, and spirit, I
would have been adrift, wandering the academic void, lost in time. Thank you for your guidance and
selflessness.
And
last but never least, my dogs, Grover and Falcor. There is no therapy quite like being nuzzled between your
fuzzy faces. You continue to open
my eyes to new worlds of connection, and you may just be the best dogs that
ever were.
what a lovely lovely thing this piece of writing is! thanks for sharing and congrats again and a million times more! xo
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