I’ve been reading and studying, boning up on subjects necessary for this career transition. It’s hard not to get ahead of myself. But this is a goal that’s going to take a few years to pull off. I keep reminding myself of that. So first up I’m reading two books simultaneously – one on the UN and world politics – a college level textbook – and the other a well known introduction to public international law. I’ve also ordered a couple of “historical perspective” type books on the UN; they should get here about the time I’ve finished with the UN/world politics text. I’m still excited about this. I realize there may be intermediate career steps – State Department? DOT? another international organization, maybe ICAO? I don’t know. But it’s great to have a plan, no matter how sketchy it may be!