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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
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A “leave-the-station-where-it’s-at” dart to the grinch of a clubhouse employee who insists on turning off the Christmas music every time she works.
From a senior who thinks that “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas” should at least be played on a snowy day.

An “I-love-the-eye-candy” pat to my male friend who gave me a life-size picture of himself as a holiday present.
From a senior who was more than willing to hang the picture at lip-level.

A “we-wish-you-a-merry-Christmas” pat to the girls dressed as Mary and Joseph guided by two mice on leashes walking down Mason Street.
From your delighted neighbors who think you are hilarious but may want to re-read the Nativity story.

A “the-most-violent-element-in-society-is-ignorance” dart to the girl behind me in my nutrition class who kept saying “that’s crazy” when watching a movie about eating disorders.
From a girl who thinks you should keep your mouth shut and not prove her naivety.

An “at-least-you-had-your-socks-on” pat to the birthday boy displaying his birthday suit on the Quad Saturday night.
From a few amused spectators who loved the socks AND the suit.

A “thanks-for-making-my-morning-a-little-brighter” pat to my roommate who meets me with coffee in hand after my 8 a.m. class.
From a delighted friend who would probably pass out in class if it wasn’t for the extra pick-me-up.

A “there-are-not-enough-spaces-already” dart to JMU for closing the top level of the parking decks instead of classes on Wednesday.
From a junior who was extremely upset with  the anti-climatic “inclement weather” message yesterday morning.

A “don’t-lie-to-our-face” dart to the Dukes employee who decided to visibly spit in a customer’s food, and then denied it.
From a disgusted sophomore who doesn’t want to catch your diseases.

A “way-to-get-in-the-holiday-spirit” pat to the ladies in the music office who always put together a gorgeous display in the hall’s display case.
From a music student who always smiles when she sees the creativity put into your festive displays.