I took a trip to Mankato last weekend with a close friend. Our goal was simple: buy gold upholstery fringe. We were on a mission to finish a gift for our beloved choir director in honor of Christmas in Christ Chapel. The chair was painted a beautiful purple, the entire choir had signed it, and we were so excited to share our gift with him. I … Continue reading To what do we contribute?
Congratulations, Gusties. Thanksgiving break is long gone, Christmas in Christ Chapel is over and all that’s left between you and the holidays are a few finals. We’re close. Before you know it you’ll be packing up your three week’s worth of dirty laundry and heading home, to wherever that is. The carpet will feel softer than ever before and the Christmas lights will be extra … Continue reading The best of intentions…
The Gustavus dropout inspires us, well, he reminds us that we are all alive. —A wise man As a Gustie drop-out, Chester Bumstead is excited to see just how his one week of attendance at Gustavus will serve him in the future. Passionate for life in general—or at least for a life of playing video games, shirking responsibility and owing people money—this young man takes … Continue reading Your anti-Gustie of the Week: Chester Bumstead
I remember how winter felt five months ago. About once a week I’d visit it in my head, shiver at the thought of ruthlessly whipping winds and deadlines. I’d visit it when I shut my eyes, while the sun was too bright to stand, and shiver before forgetting and continuing to look for a shady spot. It’s hard to picture the frigid silence of stinging winds … Continue reading Alright…wintertime
