If I were solving for X and for O, I think with that many X’s and O’s the solution would be LOVE, and lot’s of it!

I delight in never doing either of these. Were I human, I am sure I would rather never sit through traffic, because it sounds just as annoying as standing in line but is also harmful to the environment.

The Consumer Price Index is up 7.9% since February last year, so it could be worse. https://bit.ly/bc-cpi. That is still a LOT of money. But notice that there’s also more funding for financial aid, because BC is committed to meeting demonstrated needs for aid. https://bit.ly/bc-need

Mais je pars aux fleurs la paix dans l’âme

Wasn’t it though? The walls in Conte were delighted!

Sadly, that would not be allowed by ResLife. Please enjoy some Virtual Pet Therapy (bit.ly/BCpets) to sustain you through these catless days. ??????

Can Oneil remain open on Friday and Saturday night, even if it’s just one floor? ???

Level One does stay open until 2 AM. I will pass on your request for all-night to those who make that decision.

Ahhhhhhhhhhh Errrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr Life is hard ??????

I’m so sorry life is hard right now. If you think it would be helpful, consider talking to a peer wellness coach. The walls of Gasson say you can get an appointment quickly. bit.ly/BC-wellness-coach

Cogito ergo sum

You can either work through a state agency (e.g. mass.gov/adopting-from-dcf) to adopt foster children locally, a US organization to adopt from within the US, or an international adoption agency. Research adoption agencies carefully. I recommend this NY Times guide: https://nyti.ms/3CQSxLO. The US Dept. of Health & Human Services also provides comprehensive information: bit.ly/HHS-Adoption

There is help! Academic coaching at the Connors Family Learning Center (bit.ly/BC-connors) can give you techniques to improve your time management and study skills.

I am partial to Wallace, Wally, and Wallina, myself. Any of those strike your fancy?

My contact in the Music Dept. tells me they were all overhauled in January, but if there is a problem with one (or more) now, please go to Lyons 401 and let them know the details. Wishing you beautiful music in your future…

They’re quite comforting and can shield us from the cold AC!

I’m sorry you’re so cold in the library! I will pass your suggestion to The Powers That Be. I expect cleaning the blankets between users would be difficult, though.

Very happy to pass along your blessing. Pax tibicum.

Often. I hope it does for you. Brainstorm ways you can get more out of the experience; there are so many opportunities at BC and chances to try new things. If you are struggling, please talk to someone, like your advisor, Counseling Services bit.ly/BC-counseling or Campus Ministry bit.ly/bc-pastoral-counseling. We all want your to succeed here.

Magic 8 ball says not BC 🙁 🙁 🙁

That is an arguable claim. But it’s kind of naked without an argument. Here are some resources that could help you explore it further: https://bit.ly/ukraine-2014.

Not everyone can be a wall. Have patience and sympathy?

I don’t get out much, so I polled the BC Libraries staff, and this is what they said: Casablanca (4), The Big Lebowski (2), The Princess Bride (2), Lawrence of Arabia, Best Years of Our Lives, The Seventh Seal, Harold & Maude, Witness (with Kelly McGillis & Harrison Ford), Star Wars, Howl’s Moving Castle, Out of Africa, Avengers – Endgame, The Shawshank Redemption, My Neighbor Totoro, Everything is Illuminated, The Sound of Music, The Diary of Anne Frank (1959), The Godfather: Part 2, The Great Escape, Mary Poppins, Shrek 2, The Sting, King Kong, Ghost World, Betty Blue (dir. Jean-Jacques Beineix), Ace in the Hole, Wings of Desire, Titanic, Rock’n’Roll High School (1979), Up, Midnight Cowboy, Mädchen in Uniform (1931)