I learned that in College...

As some of you readers are gearing up for the final exams, I thought it might be helpful to jot down some survival tips for spending long hours in the library.

Today’s message:

Tips for eating in the library

• Quiet is the only acceptable volume in the library. Open the noisy treat wrapper BEFORE entering the library so that you can quietly consume AFTER you are situated at your study area.
• Choose a delectably satisfying treat that does not make noise as you chew. Example: no potato chips, carrots or garden salad. I don’t care if you are a vegetarian.
• Select a treat that will not melt. Your fingers shouldn’t share your chocolate with your computer, notebook or library book. And if you happen to forget about your treat, you don’t want to find a blob of chocolate in your backpack during your next trip to the library.
• Keep the treat in an outside pocket of your backpack but not the netted pocket. You want snack access to be easy, quick and smooth but you don’t want the library guards to see it before you eat it.
• Choose a snack that does not smell. Fragrant treats are bound to make your library neighbors jealous and maybe you just don’t want to attract the attention of the library nerd. Example: fresh popcorn or a Carrabba’s entrée will give you away.
• Clean up your crumbs. It’s just common courtesy for the next person.

This message brought to you by the letters Y, U and M and by the number 5. Enjoy!