I'll make this short, as I have - gasp! - homework. I've got a morning German 101 class that is choked-full of Freshman and is absolutely darling. The instructor is a first-time teaching grad student who looks like she'll be lots of fun, although she was full of nerves this morning. I don't blame her - I'd be shaking in my boots...And the kiddies...ah, to be 19 again and full of knowing innocence.

One thing I did love about the school day...the corner office. I must take pics and post them...I am in grad student heaven. Everyone else is crammed into tiny windowless closets, three a piece, and I have this lovely, spacious suite. My professor is leaving the country soon and I get to use her awesome office. I really got lucky this year. Next year, I'll be packed in with the rest of the sardines I'm sure, so I must enjoy the space while it lasts.

Go Ducks!