Citing sources is neat

As I sit down to complete (yet another) paper, I realized something. I'm tired of citing sources. This does not bode well for the remaining 3.5+ years of this program. Or me.

I'm not exactly sure why I am so tired of finding and citing sources. The finding and reading of the information is certainly interesting. I love expanding my knowledge in all things. But the actual synthesis of the published information into my own content sometimes frustrates me. Clearly other people think the same thing I think. Instead of citing, let's all just create a happy like-minded circle and agree to not cite other sources. Done.

Ok, now back to reality-ville. I get it. I understand why finding supporting documentation is important, at least until I'm considered an "expert" and can randomly spout all sorts of fun information for others to cite. I'm looking forward to that. Sort of. Not really. All kinds of pressures are associated with that 'level of knowledge'. Eek. Honestly it scares the bejeezus  out of me (that's actually a thing. You don't want it scared out of you. It's an important internal part). I struggle with the idea of being an expert, or someone others look to as experienced or knowledgeable. I think it's because I feel I have so much more to learn. And my idolization of others I deem experts doesn't allow me to consider myself anywhere near that level. Healthy humility, right? Sure. We'll go with that.

Apparently I'm still in my rabbit hole. So, to provide some levity and share with you just how neat nature is, here is a video for your viewing pleasure. And just for clarity: it's neat (and I don't present this way! Although that would be neat).

Random Ramblings

I'm off my weekly schedule. Sorry about that. There just hasn't been good inspiration for a blog post, plus I've been a bit mired in a lengthy paper. Which has also led to a trip down a rabbit hole called fear of failure. So my brain's been a bit foggy. I try to keep this light and funny, but life isn't always light and funny. Blogging isn't about just sharing the good. I mean, it can be, but then is the blogger respected for being real? I don't know the answer to that. Granted, we all know my motivation for blogging is respect (that's written in sarcastic font, just so you know).
Regardless, I don't have anything really clever or exciting to share just now. Although I recently realized that each of my posts have included some big message. My interpreter training seems to motivate me to lead you along a path to a connection or message at the end, something for you to "take away" and ponder. It amused me to realize this because it's not a conscious action.
Don't worry though, this post is just random ramblings. No message intended here. I am currently accepting applications for a ghost writer, though (that's a joke. Unless someone is interested. Then it's not). Guess it's time to finish up the latest paper before moving on to the next assignment.