Monday, 24 December 2001 | Boldfaced

It's difficult to care right now whether a word should be in ALL CAPS and boldfaced, or just in ALL CAPS, although, as a copy editor, it's my job to care. There are books to read, naps to take, blue skies to enjoy, presents to unwrap, and people to see. I can't help asking for a little self-pity today, stuck in an office with no heat and a stack of science items to edit, while friends and family are visiting museums, relaxing, eating, and socializing. (Of course my imagination tells me they're only doing things that are pleasant.) I'm wondering if my stand-in boss is planning to dismiss class early, or whether I'm doomed to sit here for another three hours, glancing at the clock periodically in cranky amazement.