Reckless Forum

Happy Belated Birthday, Captain. Sorry that I didn't send greetings sooner, but the evil empire has me quite busy these days. Best wishes and hope all is well!

Rene

Heather, Thanks for the welcome. Although I've been finished with grad school for 3 months now, it really hasn't sunk in yet that I'm really done. I think once I see my diploma with my own eyes, it will all sink in. So far I'm really enjoying the East Coast (except for the hour time change). Where w...

I think you both bring out excellent points about why people enjoy science fiction so much. I think, in general, why people like science fiction is also due to the human need to imagine a better tomorrow. Especially during the Cold War era where many felt that all the future held was that a nuclear ...

Thanks for the welcome. I think it will be interesting once the first snow hits. I'll probably respond to it like a kid. After it drags on for several days, I'm sure the charm will quickly evaporate. Thankfully though I have had some experience dealing with colder climates, albeit not for a long per...

Thanks so much for the warm welcomes. I am still getting used to the new title, as well as the new responsibilities, but I'm sure that in the end, I'll survive.

Y'all take care!

Rev

After a long 'away' mission, I have finally made my way back to the ship. I must first apologize to my fellow crewmates for my abrupt disappearance. Apparently, writing a scientific manuscript and a Ph.D. dissertation at the same time puts a damper on one's social life. I'm glad to report though tha...