Grey Mornings and Libraries

So I woke up at around 9:15 today to go to a 10:00 psych experiment (I made $10..yay!) which ended at 10:30, giving me sufficient time to go to the library and read a bit, check my email (and of course, Facebook) and listen to music (currently Rachmaninoff's Concerto #3). Such a nice way to begin my day before my 11:30 Calculus class.

Harper Library has such a nice feel to it--the neo-gothic architecture is reminiscent of Harry Potter and just the olden days in general. I've always loved gothic architecture--I studied about the emergence of gothic cathedrals in my art history class last year and I just was so moved by gothic architecture, which to me was successful at giving a feeling of "soaring" through the high ceilings and tall windows which let light in. I also love the antiquated feel that it has, which makes it a very cozy place to do homework, read (especially magazines--sometimes they have Vogue) and take naps in the comfy chairs. Also, it matches the weather outside right now--grey, chilly and slightly gloomy. Hence, the Rachmaninoff. Opera would also be good in this weather I think (listening to opera in this library is such an experience by the way). I love my school.