I know I should be making a midterm post but I really, really, don’t want to think about midterms. They’re depressing. And it’s just – no.

Soo…. Let’s discuss the homecoming of Vancouver’s lovely rainfall! (Sense the sarcasm? I don’t know how I grew up in Vancouver when I adore sunshine and heat).

A few things to keep in mind now that the rain is settling itself in.

1. Rainboots! Unfortunately, it isn’t like in highschool where once we get inside, we stay inside. Most of us have classes that involve 5-10 minute walks. And I swear I’m not the only one who hates the feeling of wet socks. So gear up and look for some rainboots! There are a lot of cute ones out there! Don’t be afraid to let your inner kid out! I know I do whenever I see those big rain puddles… (THERE’S SO MANY AT UBC, I’M ACTUALLY VERY EXCITED.)
2. Umbrellas. Speaking as someone who wears glasses, let me just say that umbrellas are wonderful contraptions. While most people like to go for the easy-to-stash-away umbrella, I prefer the plastic bubble kinds. I enjoy the patter noise it makes. I have yet to get myself one of those umbrellas though, but I’m going to get myself some at Daiso** pretty soon.
3. Waterproof… EVERYTHING! Well… That may be an exaggeration but in all seriousness, try to own a waterproof folder or a water proof backpack, or a plastic cover for your backpack. There is nothing worse than opening your bag in class to seeing all your notes are runny and wet. (And everyone always wonders why used textbooks almost always come with water damage…)
4. Decent rain jacket. Rain jackets are sold everywhere and are a good thing to own while at UBC. The days get colder too as it rains, so try to pick a jacket that is either warm enough or can  fit enough room for another sweater underneath. Personally I’d pick a thinner rain jacket that lets you wear a sweater, just because sometimes it can get chilly even indoors.
5. Manners. Don’t shake out your umbrella inside, or near another person who just took off their rain jacket. You might be attacked. And try to take off your rain jacket outside the classroom instead of trying to squeeze into a seat in the middle of a row with your wet rain jacket on. Just overall, try to think about how everyone else is trying to stay dry just as much as you.

Gear up, guys! This is only the beginning!

In advance, I consider this blog a warning, if you see me and I’m wearing rainboots, there is a LIKELY chance that you will get wet if you walk with me. Those puddles… it’s like they call out to me!

Hope the rain lets up (Ha!) and I hope everyone’s midterms are going okay (sob.) and that everyone’s weekend was lovely!

Oh yeah! **Daiso is a popular Japanese store. It’s kind of like a dollar store and it’s at Aberdeen mall in Richmond. Personally, I haven’t been, but I heard it’s pretty freaking cool. And that they have the umbrellas I want.

Quick instructions to get to Daiso: Get on the 99 Bus (At the Bus loop near the SUB, it’s the first stop with the longest line … don’t worry it’s quick!), get off at Cambie St., and then ride the Canada Line heading to Richmond/Brighouse. Then enjoy our lovely Canada Line (made because of the 2010 Winter Olympics) and get off at Aberdeen Station. Nearby is Aberdeen Mall where the wonderful Daiso store is!

OKAY I HOPE EVERYTHING’S GOING GOOD.

Midterms were not fun. But I gotta take my own advice and go a day at a time right? Time to focus on what I’m doing now and study hard for the next round. I am definitely going to do better.

Talk to you guys later!

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