November 17th and it's 67 degrees and sunny. No jacket required today. Of course the downside is that these days are really tough on the climate control systems in university buildings. Seems that the central heating plant thinks that November is cold and so the heat should be on. This is the case with every college or university I know. It was once explained to me this way: once the boilers are turned on, they are on until April. Today, our building is faring better than most. It's noticeably warmer, but not hot where I have been. However, this evening I teach in a room that is always a little warmer than necessary. We'll have to see how it is in there.
As I walked across the quad in such stellar conditions, I couldn't help but hum that little tune by U2.
It's a beautiful day
Don't let it get away
It's a beautiful day
Enjoy it while it lasts.
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