- 08:02 Morning. Most everyone is asleep/hungover - one roommate and myself are up. Waking them now. #
- 09:26 About to see who we're paired against for Round Four. #
- 11:07 Another eloquent loss, my PM. Did should-Truman-have-should-Truman-have-nuked-Japan opp-choice, they chose yea. Next: watch Swat-Jeopardy. #
- 11:22 After an Adolf Hitler question: "I think that's the first time that got applause!" #
- 14:26 5th rnd Gov: "Repeal Don't-Ask-Don't-Tell". We tried & failed. -- After was the 'banquet'; they showed a humor tape of interviews, incl. ... #
- 14:37 The break - which teams make the quarterfinal. No MD teams. #
- 15:54 Watched one debate in quarterfinals. Wasn't bad - if skill displayed was typical, can see why we missed the break. Waiting to see what next. #
- 16:53 Escape! (But got kicked out of big van, so am stuck in back of car for 2-1/2 hour ride home.) Experienced debators disappointed. #
October 5th, 2008
In recognition of United Nations World Teachers Day, let us reflect on the subjects we hated most in school but must now grudgingly admit were useful. What subject will today’s students find most useful when they’re older? |
...wow, the question has nothing to do with the setup.
Now, English was a pain in the butt, but I have to admit that it is extremely important.