Category: Random

I am not aware of one surefire way to win Settlers of Catan but this New York Time article (nyti.ms/3Fknbmb) might be a helpful guide. Good luck!

Why do people in the Northeast – only drink iced coffee? -be mean? -wear black?

Because I am a wall, I can only guess at these, but I’ll do my best! Iced coffee seems to represent a sense of pride for some, symbolizing the ability to withstand both external and internal cold. As for the “Northern Attitude,” my human assistants tell me that Vermont musical artist Noah Kahan suggests it’s shaped by growing up in harsh, cold environments with little sunlight especially in the winter. The National Institute of Health highlights that 10% of New Englanders experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), compared to just 1% in sunnier climates. If you or someone else is experiencing this, BC Counseling Services can be a helpful resource (bit.ly/BC-counseling). Lastly, wearing black might be a way to absorb more heat and stay warm during colder months. Or maybe it just matches a lot of things… Hope this helps!

For thousands of years, Native peoples lived around Massachusetts Bay. To learn about this history, my first thought, unsurprisingly, is library books. They are free and plentiful. Here’s a book list to get you started: bit.ly/nps-boston-indigenous. I also recommend Google!

No idea, but good luck!

There are currently no plans by the Department of Justice to prosecute Hillary Clinton. However, this might change in the future if evidence emerges that warrants prosecution. But keep in mind she’s already been investigated several times at great expense, resulting in no evidence warranting prosecution.

There are a lot of different ideas on this. What I can say is similar to what I’ve said before and still believe: I find meaning in being supportive because I’m a wall. Where you find meaning might change throughout your life. Ask yourself the Father Himes questions: What am I good at? What brings me joy? Who does the world need me to be?

I recommend box breathing! It helps lower blood pressure and increase mindfullness so you can be less stressed and make good choices.

Breathe in 4 seconds. Hold it 4 seconds. Breathe out 4 seconds. Hold it 4 seconds. Repeat this pattern until you feel under control and calm.

Turkeys sleep in trees! Turkeys can only fly short distances, so they spend most of their time on the ground, but fly the short distance up to a branch to roost. During nesting a brooding, hens will build a shallow nest out of a depression in the ground. Here is where she will lay her eggs. Once she has laid all her eggs, usually 9 to 13 eggs with 1 egg laid daily, the hen will incubate the eggs for up to 28 days, putting herself in danger by staying on the ground with the eggs the entire time.

I find meaning in being supportive because I’m a wall. Where you find meaning might change throughout your life but some questions to think about are: What am I good at? What brings me joy? Where can I make a difference in my community?

Romantasy is one of my favorites. Keep in mind, stand alone books in this genre are harder to come by. Throne of Glass is an 8 book series by Sarah J Maas we have digitally (bit.ly/bcl-throne-of-glass). The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon is a long, satisfying duology with a bonus novella coming out later this year (bit.ly/bcl-priory-of-the-orange-tree). The Hedgewitch of Foxhall by Anna Bright is a stand alone we have digitally (bit.ly/bcl-hedgewitch-of-foxhall). Don’t forget the BPL has a much more when it comes to this genre. Authors to peruse: Jennifer Armentrout, Holly Black, Saara El-Arifi, Scarlett St. Clair, Naomi Novik, S. A. Chakraborty. Carissa Broadbent.

My human friends tell me relationships are hard, especially after they end. I don’t have a good answer but maybe start by asking him. If he doesn’t respond or isn’t ready to talk, allow some time to pass and try again.

I don’t claim to understand topological geometrodynamics (TGD) theory, but I do know some basics about scientific method, which includes the maxim “extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.” M. Pitkänen doesn’t provide extraordinary evidence to support Masaru Emoto’s contentions that his emotions affected water crystallization or rice fermentation.

If you’re trying to find someone on campus with a motorcycle, I recommend asking on the subreddit r/bostoncollege (reddit.com/r/bostoncollege/). If you are interested in buying a motorcycle, it depends on how much money you have but if money is tight, Craigslist (boston.craigslist.org/) is always an option.

Unfortunately, I can’t answer without more details but what I will say from observation is that if your question involves breaking the law, it’s probably wrong.

Real answer: when looking for love is the last thing on your mind and it’s kinda inconvenient.

Mistakes happen and are part of growing up and discovering who you are. The most thing is that you shouldn’t have to make big decisions alone. BC has several resources available to help you, such as the Career Center (bit.ly/BC-career), Center for Student Wellness (bit.ly/BCStudentWell), or the Academic Advising Center (bit.ly/BC-academic-advising). If you need help finding other resources, I recommend talking to one of our friendly library staff at O’Neill or one of our other libraries (library.bc.edu)

I’m told by my assistants that this is another excellent novel by Madeline Miller! And if you’re interested you can find it on the 4th floor of O’Neill (look for the call number PS3613 .I5445 S65 2012)!

I recommend contacting the BC Office of Admissions (bit.ly/BC-admissions). They will likely know if tours happen at the top of Gasson Hall

No prediction because I’m not a mirror but a wall, but this Res Life page (bit.ly/bc-housing) has FAQ’s that might help you for next fall.

I’m sorry, but I never divulge names or personal information, and when you do, I have my assistants black it out. That’s one of my few rules. Look above my dry-erase board at the sign.