in britannia

The editorials have been pouring in from the New York Times. Most of them either strongly condemning the midwest for surrendering to fear or chastizing Democrats for bickering afterwards. I'm sick of hearing about it. Get on with your lives.

I've got a new essay due tomorrow about the Ephialtic Reforms in early 5th century BC Athens. Very enjoyable, really.

Huge concert on Wednesday in Christ Church Cathedral: Oxford University Orchestra is playing Messiaen, Respighi, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff. Lots of fun: if you're in the area (hah), come on by.

Crew is going well: I'm still on the A-boat, but coach is unhappy with my musical commitments. We shall see: he says he's going to email me this afternoon to "discuss". Nervous, but I've got more important things to worry about that whether I'm on the A or B boat for the regatta. Incidentally, if you're in town for the regatta (24 - 26 Nov.), come on by.

Nothing of substance to write today: 5th week blues is setting in. I'm very tired and have lots of work to do.