This summer was a summer of clouds. At work, on the beach, in the car, I always seemed to have my head raised toward the sky. There’s just something about that sometimes fluffy, sometimes wispy, sometimes doomful stuff above me that leaves me in awe. My obsession started last fall when I took the weather and climate class in the geography department here at Gustavus. … Continue reading Take a look at the sky

Like many on this campus, I thoroughly enjoy sleeping. whether it’s napping, going to bed early or sleeping late. It seems like a natural right for people our age. Yes, some may have to rouse themselves for 8:00 a.m. class, but their collective suffering is an edifying force among those who drudge themselves out of bed at such an ungodly hour. Sleeping time should be … Continue reading Unwanted Guest

Cogito, ergo sum. Imbimbo navitas, ergo cogito. (I think, therefore I am. I drink energy drinks, therefore I think.) -Descartes When my brain isn’t working properly it usually needs a violent kick in the face. My brain knows this and it tries very hard to respond to my demands. It does have some level of respect for me. But sometimes it forgets its place. It … Continue reading Who needs sleep when there’s caffeine?