Working in a research lab, I got a taste of what research science really is. It 
         includes hard work, a clear mind, determination, accuracy, and most 
         importantly, the enthusiasm to explore. Before I took this special problems 
         class, I thought it was just a regular chemistry lab in which most of the work 
         coould be predicted and found in the library. However, in this lab, most of the 
         work has not been studied by any one before and I am the one that is doing 
         the exploration. It is really an exciting job. Also, it is a place where I can learn 
         from making mistakes. 
         This research also made me think about going to graduate school. I was sure 
         that I didn't want to be a lab technician where repeating procedures always 
         occupies most of the working hours. However, I didn't know what else I 
         coould do. Now, I am in a career dilemma. On the one hand I have a fammily 
         obligation. On the other hand, I really want to learn some more chemistry. 
         Anyway, I still have one year to think about my future, and I hope I will make 
         the right decision.