I'm not yet any more certain of what to say on Mastodon, or in a way I don't say it on Twitter. But, here's one thing. My PhD thesis has been accepted, and it is in no small part thanks to the gentle, thoughtful, sometimes forceful prodding of @katebowles through both my undergrad and PhD life. I got sick during my first year of the PhD, and having Kate's advice, experience, and comparing of notes helped so much.

@travisaholland Congratulations!!! That is huge news and hopefully you will celebrate and be celebrated in some way.

That's a very good thing to say here
and it's no surprise @katebowles has been a positive influence.

Now you can change all of your bank cards and wait for post addressed to Dr!

@travisaholland Such a pleasure and privilege to have worked with you. The achievement is all yours, you legend.