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Rant 001 - When will you finish?

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                                                                                                Picture credit: Ph.D. Humor I was having a chat with one of my colleagues a few days ago and we veered into the 'dreaded' subject -  'When will you finish'? Me: How's your writing going ( he is writing up his thesis) Colleague: I have written a review paper and I am working on another paper. How's yours going? Me: Pretty good except that one of the platforms I work on is undergoing some upgrade so I have no access for a few days. Colleague: Good time to take a break Me: Not really. Tired of everyone asking me when I am finishing Colleague: So sick of it. Many people do not understand the value of the work we do. They perceive us as students trying to pass an exam but I would like to see myself as a Scientist because that's what I am at this stage. I would not let anyone's lack of understanding or appreciation for my work bother me