I turned in a part of that dissertation chapter that was driving me frackin' nuts. It is not complete, bu it is a demonstartion that I am working on the dang-blasted thing. It will also provide me with a bit more of a road map for the next parts of that chapter (in addition to the parts that need mending as it is). I can also move on to another chapter which should flow out much more quickly and completely. That one could be quite lengthy and productive as well, so we shall see. Keep your fingers, toes, eye, whatever, crossed! :)