Comments on: The Time and Temperature Is

By: Lucien Swartwout

Lucien Swartwout — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:50:22 +0000

Great article as always, thank you for writing so much informative stuff on a regular basis.

By: Ryan

Ryan — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:18:51 +0000

Katie Richins!- great to see you here. And good luck with the move- sounds like the perfect thing to be looking forward to right now.

By: Katie Sherman

Katie Sherman — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:43:43 +0000

I have lived in Rochester for the last 4 years. We are moving in June to Texas so I will be wearing flip flops or thongs (that is what my Dad calls them :) year round. So excited about that! So do you live in the city? Oh and my maiden name is Richins. I think I am one year older than you but that is a bit fuzzy.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:06:03 +0000

i didn’t know christian was such a tattle-tell. it’s funny b/c i find myself in the same predicament: as soon as it’s sunny and a little warm, i want to wear white and springy colors (not necessarily shorts but that’s probably more to do with my “straight and narrow legs” than the temp.). I seriously think i might have a touch of seasonal affective disorder b/c when the sun is out and it’s a little warm, i feel like i just took 3 happy pills or something.

btw- that’s really cool that you’re running the ragnar! congrats!

By: Davis

Davis — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:42:26 +0000

Eliza, good memoryo n 467-TIME, although like Braden, I remember calling the Mountain Fuel number, too. In fact, I think there may have been a few numbers we called, always sniffing around for the highest temperature. And yes, that is a picture of Benedict Arnold.

Ryan, the statement, “but I distinctly remember not caring nearly as much as some of the rest of the siblings” would basically any topic.

Braden, I’m pretty that – like with most things – the 70 degree rule was relaxed over time, though I’m not sure I was in the house when it got to 60. It’s true – while not always on the same team, you and I knew we could do business together.

Troy, thank you. I hesitated to even mention it in public because there really is a pretty good chance I’m not going to make it. We’ll see what happens.

Ashley, speaking of hilarious ketchup, Melissa and I forgot to tell you that while you guys were ordering the other night at the Burger Joint Chase put an entire ketchup squeeze bottle in his mouth like a baby’s bottle before I could stop him. Cute. And gross.

Kook, I’ll not deal with your turncoatedness here. I have a whole post cooking in my head on that topic.

Katie, I assume Sherman wasn’t your maiden name? Where in NY are you? Way to beat back the winter with your flip flops. I’m proud of you.

Andrea, mesh clothing is never not funny. Although I don’t think you can really see it worn in public outside of Lagoon, which is a shame.

Ben, indeed, I forgot an RIP for Barnes Bank. Who sponsors the time and temp line now? And yes, when Spring comes, and then leaves, you end up wishing she’d never come in the first place, and you have a hard time trusting her when she comes back the second time.

Jean, hi! Thanks for stopping by. I hope you’re well. . . .

Macy, I like your approach. What is everyone so afraid of, anyway? Frost bite? Hypothermia? Brian Tait wore shorts every day of high school and he’s just fine. And yeah, as I’ve thought about how much the weather affects my happiness, I’ve wondered a little bit if Utah is the place for me. . .

By: Macy Bell

Macy Bell — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:31:14 +0000

Rex is just like you. If it remotely feels sort of warm outside he trys to change into shorts and a t-shirt after school. I am a bit more relaxed about it though, I figure he will know if he is too cold to play outside in a pair shorts in 45 degree weather, and he will learn his lesson. Hopefully..

I remember calling that number to find out the weather too. So funny how big of deal that is, but as a mom it is a huge deal in my life again. It effects a great deal of my day. Sometimes I feel like I don’t belong where I live. I am sooo ready for Spring!

By: Jean Smith

Jean Smith — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:25:10 +0000

Hey…Jean here…a little blast from the past. Just had to tell you that I am laughing my arse off. Only you could take such a random topic and turn it into pure entertainment. Thanks!

By: Ben Pratt

Ben Pratt — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:04:45 +0000

*sniff* I miss Barnes Bank.

Great post, Davis. I’ll stick to physics and sci-fi jokes, and you can write about stuff like Spring, because your expertise is evident!

I thought Spring had come to Seattle. Camellias, cherry blossoms, and plums were all in bloom, crocuses had popped up everywhere, and flip flops even showed up. Then yesterday it snowed briefly, and this morning I had to scrape hailstones off of my car.

O treacherous Spring! How does one bribe a season, anyway?

By: Andrea W.

Andrea W. — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:03:41 +0000

Wow, Davis this post took me right back. I also relate to the terror and fear on the whole running/Ragnar thing. You are funny and had me really laughing hard. The mesh tank top – killed me. Mesh clothing is always funny, isn’t it? I totally know what you mean though something clicks in my brain and I decide it’s Spring. It kind of doesn’t matter what the weather is I’m going to pull out the flip flops and skirts with no tights. Kind of a “if you build it, they will come” mentality.

Christian, your entire last comment, every word was hilarious.

By: Katie Sherman

Katie Sherman — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:46:20 +0000

Davis-When I first started reading this post I had no idea the twists and turns it would take on. I cannot get some of the images you described out of my mind. I know you don’t remember me but I sure remember you walking around the halls of dear ol’ Davis High in shorts. I remember thinking, ” I cannot believe his mother let him out of the house like that on a brisk 64 degree day like today!” I have to say though I can totally relate. As a fellow New Yorker, the last few days have been heavenly. And while it is still just 40 degrees, I broke out my flip flops and have been walking around outside in them with a big smile on my face. Yes, there is still A LOT of snow but I just step right through it. Who cares? I also have something to say about Ragnar. I ran the Las Vegas Ragnar last October. Turn back now while you still have a chance!