One of the most amazing things about this process was all the love that I received from my friends in Missouri. I miss you guys as much as you evidently miss me. You are welcome to visit us in Philly at any time, and I promise to make sure you have a great time.

I have been preparing for the on campus interview at Washington University in St. Louis that is scheduled for Thursday and Friday next week. I am so excited about this job that some of my friends thinks I care too much and worry that it will be rough if I don’t get the job. I understand their concern; but I am really excited about going to Philly as well.