"I get the news I need from the weather report."
Sorry, that Simon & Garfunkel reference was just too perfect to pass up.
In all seriousness though, the weather really is a big part of my daily news intake. I wake up every morning, tune to the “local on the 8’s” weather update, and plan my day accordingly. How else am I supposed to know whether to wear a parka or a raincoat, to go for a run in the morning or wait until the afternoon, or to pack an umbrella or sunglasses for later? I know what you’re thinking, but no, stepping outside is not an option. For one thing, I’m too sleepy to move that much in the morning, and for another, stepping outside in the morning says nothing about what the weather will be like later in the day. Especially when you live in Louisville.
As for other news - like current local, national, and global events – I get the bulk of my information from the Courier Journal, which I read (or, more accurately, skim) every morning. My strategy is to read the front page of each section (usually skipping the Sports section) and then, if any articles particularly spark my interest, find and read the entire article. This seems to work fairly well for me; although I’m sure it wouldn’t hurt to look more in depth at a wider range of articles. I also use my parents as a source of news. They are always aware of what’s going on in the world, so if I have questions about anything, I ask them and usually get the answers I’m looking for. Every now and then I’ll watch one of the local news channels, but that rarely happens.
(By the way, if anyone's interested in hearing the full Simon & Garfunkel song I mentioned, here it is. It's one of my favorites.)
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Simon & Garfunkel! I like the reference!
ReplyDeleteI completely relate in respect to the weather - truly, how else will you know how to dress for the day? When I was writing about my news habits, I briefly mentioned weather, but it's very interesting how that does play a huge part in getting ready for the day.
My roommate is a weather-seeker, as well. I could care less. :-D It comes as it comes. . . . dress in layers, and be ready to come home wearing less than you left in. *winks*
ReplyDeletePerfect reference with Simon and Farfunkel!!! I laughed the instant I saw it.