I just had to post again.
Firstly, I managed 13 minutes on my run- well done me!!
Secondly, and the main reason for my second post. I've been jumping between the forums of my new and old courses just to see what's going on etc etc. It's all very exciting. The newcomers, the veterans and those in-between all coming together to share their excitement, nerves and experience of OU courses.
I've never been as actively involved as I am- maybe it's because i'm officially in-between courses right now, but it does make you see how complete strangers can come together to form a community of mutual interest- learning.
Now, this is something I want part of- and will be keeping my forum posting and blog writing going. Although knowing me this could take over my life and distract me from my learning. If I start posting too much- someone needs to tell me off and tell me to get back to the books!