The past two months have been filled with one thing: the thesis! I was spending countless hours in front of computer screens analyzing data, reading, and writing. My home office was very comfortable, which helped in this tough time. I often birded from my desk adding Golden-crowned Kinglet and a juvenile Cooper's Hawk to my yard list. It was very nice to have the support of my family and friends during this time. This visit home was filled with weddings, meals, elk, dancing, and birding. I take it all in, because some of these freedoms I will not have when I move back to Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
Next year, the project has grown to include the southern end of the former Transkei. I will be travelling further to my field sites and will be using different methods. I am excited for the challenge and feel recharged after the thesis. I am eager to learn more and exploring more of South Africa!
Here is to 2014!
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| Spencer at the home office. |
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