It feels like the end of the year saying ‘it’s all over’. Summer is gone. I think all the perfection is because I’m tired. me and everyone else. Winters in central Pennsylvania are wet, gloomy, cold, and long and long.
Now, I go to the university building almost every day, but I often go in and out without meeting people… My classes are online. My main project includes all remote collaborators. And I live alone. I’m doing it, but it’s like winning the lottery and finding a family.
I love making fun things with molecules. I need something else in my life other than sitting alone at the computer. Because I joined the League of Women Voters, I was able to be active in the community and meet people. Suddenly I was in charge of social media for my chapter. Personally, I’d like to host social events… but we don’t have such events anymore.
I am working. I’m considering Inktober…but you can cheat. You can take pictures of new molecules. Since I’m trying to tell my story about Al and Leu, I can buy a molecular model and use it as a model for drawing.

My computer science student came in, looked at my molecular model kids and said, “Oh, this is for cells!!” ☺️ Yes! Those cellular things! My little imaginary friend, amino acids. Cell is my personal Fraggle Rock. All I have to do is pass on to others what is on my mind. There should be no problems.
I am doing research in the classroom with Immune Defense. We’ll be able to talk about it in a few weeks. It’s a small, casual survey, so let’s see how much data we can get. My colleagues are very supportive and I am very happy to have such a wonderful tool to teach. They want more!! Gather!!! So they are happy to help me get the data. Because without data you can’t get a subsidy!!
NanoCrasher updates are now on Patreon. The plan, however, is to make a small PC version and then see if I can get a publisher to partner with me. Do you know any indie publishers? Email Melanie at Molecularjig dot com. I have the most patient and dedicated supporters. I am very lucky
I wish you some happiness. I wish we could spend more regular time with other humans. take care. Take care of others too.