I can appreciate regional pride, but I question whether our bookstore should be selling "cowboy scented candles." I've never smelled a cowboy, I admit, but I can't imagine it's very pleasant.

Speaking of unpleasant, a stomach virus has attacked a number of students and staff. I had a bad bout of Rotavirus in October so I hope the universe will recognize that I've paid my dues already and will let me off the hook this time.