Living in New England, the first snow is always expected at some point in October. When I say the first snow, I mean the first few flakes falling. We had none in October. Instead, we had a hurricane that did not do much damage to Quinnipiac itself or my hometown in good old Massachusetts. However, many students who go here had serious damage awaiting them back home. To add insult to injury, this wonderful first snow of the year comes along. It was supposed to be barely anything. Now it's nearing the six inch mark here.
It's weird. Normally hurricanes aren't normal in New England or really up the East Coast. Snow storms with significant accumulation don't normally occur until mid to late November, especially not the first one of the season. Oddly enough, New England has experienced two significant hurricanes in the last two years, one at the end of August 2011 and one last week, end of October. Those are also unusually late in the season. The snow storms are now unusually early in the season. What is going on here?
Could it be the end of the world? Maybe. It could also be global warming or maybe some plates are shifting and earth has the need to change around every few million years or thousands. If it is global warming, this is our time to take action.
I challenge you to pay attention to your carbon footprint. Unplug your chargers when your electronics are charged. Turn off the lights when you leave a room. Carpool, just because you can drive doesn't mean you should all drive. Start with those simple steps. Don't forget to recycle either. : )
Back to mother nature. First, she clearly doesn't want Quinnipiac to have class. Second, she is really trying to tell us not to mess with her. Third, on a more serious note, be safe. When there is a storm, take it seriously. You are not invincible. Lastly, if you want to help with the relief efforts for NY,NJ, CT, etc from Hurricane Sandy, head on over to www.redcross.org
peace.love.happiness.
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