On the street

Daylight Saving Time

In search of people to talk to for this week's On The Street I decided to take the opportunity to check out Iowa City's Gallery Walk. Granted I could have chosen a warmer month to get a taste for the event. But, it ended up being kind of appropriate. Why not talk to people who braved the cold to take a look at local artists' works about what's the best and worst about Daylight Saving Time?

Without counting I think it's safe to say the decision was split 50/50. Half of the people I spoke with took a postive approach to the annual event. It is after all an extra hour with which to do whatever you want after work or school. For many of us, it means not leaving our jobs after the sun sets every day. This benefit lasts until the fall when that hour is stolen away from us again. Still, the other half took the pessimist twist. They may get an extra hour every night, but they don't appreciate the fact that it's stolen from them during the night.

I can appreciate both viewpoints. With a new baby in the house, sleep is precious. I'm not relishing the thought of how Sunday is going to mess with our schedule. But, I do love the prospect getting home when it's still light. And in the warmer months, I will truly love being able to relish those evening walks or dinners on the deck.

That is, if spring ever comes.   |    Login or Join to Post Comments