November

Today, as i stepped from my bar stool directly outside the Lotus for a cigarette, i was again struck with a wave of appreciation for the season that is upon us.

It is November 15 -- the middle of fucking November -- and coats are optional.

And though i have prepared myself to try to start digging the winter weather a bit more with the help of friendly winter fashions (borrowing the Sadoublelizzy method), i think what we are in is simply outstanding.

i like warm Novembers. It is easy to get around, and welcoming to be out in, especially after dark. Which usually is the case after work. And not feeling like the day should be over when you drag yerself home from stupid work simply because it's dark and it's cold and because hibernation instincts lie close to our genetic surfaces is a very good thing.

The warm November, i like her very much.

i am off to Austin tomorrow, and PR next week, so it's not that i am lacking for warm weather. But, "the more sunshine, the better" i say. Yes, i do.

So shine on, you crazy product-of-global warming diamond! Shine on!!