Talking to others

... has been challenging today.

I have been playing host to a series of visiting academics over the last month or so. The purpose of these visits is largely to give them some insight into what a hospital pharmacist's job involves, but also it is hoped it will strengthen links between academia and practice.

Up until now I have been all for forging new relationships; these academics have been delightful: interested, enthusiastic and welcoming the opportunity to take a peek at the 'real world'. Sadly, the same can't be said of today's visitor. He was abrupt to the point of downright rudeness - I trait I cannot abide! - and it was an effort to remain tactful and diplomatic during his visit.

I managed to escape to Holloway Rd (that's desperation!) at lunchtime where I grabbed this blip, before launching into another meeting in the afternoon. I have been successful in getting a post-doctoral grant to work part-time for a start-up company for 6 months, but defining the scope of the job is proving challenging.

So I was glad to get home this evening with little planned but to catch up on this week's Broadchurch. UK blippers ... do you know whodunit yet???