Research

 When I got to the PhD level, I completed my first research courses - such as Research Methods and Qualitative Research. I also read a ton of published (research) papers - papers that provided answers to specific questions as well as papers that provided new knowledge to the field. It gave me a new appreciation for research. I did prepare research papers during my undergraduate and graduate studies (for example, a final research paper to complete my MS in Finance degree), but I did not complete formal training on research during those years. I am quite positive research is my calling. When I was young, I asked a lot of questions (I was inquisitive). I liked to learn new things and understand how things work or function.

Decisions

 Trip down memory lane...

It is funny how things work out. I started training in accounting and economics when I signed up for the business stream in high school. I learned a lot and did well in the courses. I made good grades at the external exams. I was proud of the A in Principles of Accounting (CXC) and B in economics (GCE O Levels). I also did better in Accounting at GCE A Levels. There was no teacher for economics. I did not make the best grades. At first, I intended to obtain a degree in Accounting in college. I later changed my mind. I decided on economics.

Memories

 I was privileged to attend a special high school that was newly opened. When I arrived, the school had facilities (dormitories, admin building, a fenced area for horse riding, fish ponds, and so on) that were adequate for the number of students. I found it quite impressive. When I was a student there, the school added several new facilities/buildings. I recall that the management added a new dormitory, a large dining facility with kitchen, a new training block, and a new outdoor basketball court. The new facilities (especially the new dormitory and new training block) were not only for new students. I recall that I used the new teaching block for classes and also moved into the new dormitory (along with other older girls). I did not play basketball but I watched others enjoy the court. I remember that the deceased Karen Renata Bonnett enjoyed playing basketball on that court. I believe Dawn played basketball as well.

I was away from home from an early age. I missed family activities and some of the work in a home.

I was in the business stream so I specialized in business. I used that business knowledge well. I did really well at UG and in the master's program at GW. A lot of my papers for publishing are multidisciplinary because of my business knowledge.

Christian

 I was reading God's Word (the Holy Bible) since childhood. I remember I had a copy of the New Testament. A church member gave it to me. It was blue and it was small - nice for a child. It is available for sale on Etsy, which is surprising. I preferred to read my book of Bible Stories.

Update

 I ate at Golden Corral recently. It was very crowded. Paying for the food then waiting for a table took longer than usual. It was good to interact with members of society (the men who assisted my father near the door, restaurant staff, and so on).

News update

 My news in Facebook showed a post by US Embassy Guyana on an American corner at the National Library. It was good to see the Guyanese National Library in the news. The last time I used that library was in 2018 when I traveled to Guyana directly after my ordeal in New York. After settling in, I visited the library to work on an assignment for my Business Environment course (the course was near completion). I found interesting materials for my assignment. I appreciate that online courses allow students to work from anywhere.

Reading plan

 Here is the link to a personal Bible study I completed over 7 years ago. I found the Bible reading plan/challenge on Pinterest. I liked it. I was pleased to find such reading plans online. They are usually in published books or on cards.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z5J9zgx7lmNDyqsxxLZz8rWf8hooIXYGyFNPGktZgi8/edit?usp=drivesdk