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...that it’s precious is another thing entirely. When you choose to treat time like a commodity, you end up valuing the things you do only as “experiences” to pad a CV. But the alternative is to realize that a gleefully chosen nap is time well-spent, not a guilty pleasure. Three-hour dinners are more important than three-hour finals. A great night out with friends is always worth the hangover...

Author: By Christopher W. Snyder, | Title: Time to Get Serious | 5/21/2004 | See Source »

...take a nap today,” Altchek said. “But it’s a lot of fun mixing volunteer work with soccer...

Author: By Gabriel M. Velez, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Teams Take Role in Boston Youth Soccer | 4/30/2004 | See Source »

...have trouble remembering what classes you’re taking. I try to put every spare second to good use, so I try to find time to just lay down on my bed and relax. It’s great if I can find time for a half-hour nap before a performance. Because of the nervousness that comes with an approaching performance, believe me, just sleeping and breathing can be pretty hard. I have found that the less I think about the actual performance, the better. Self-consciousness shouldn’t have anything to do with...

Author: By Vinita M. Alexander, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Spotlight: Sonia Krassimirova Todorova ’07 | 4/16/2004 | See Source »

...Indian city of Surat, 250 kilometers north of Bombay, has the look of an industrial inferno. Textile mills belch smoke into Surat's discolored sky, mill workers live in dismal slums and homeless men nap alongside dogs on the railway-station floor. In 1994, the city achieved a moment of international fame when doctors announced pneumonic plague had resurfaced in its winding alleys. Nestled amid Surat's grime, however, is one of India's most extraordinary success stories. Whether you live in the U.S. or Japan, if you buy an engagement ring this year, there's a good chance...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Uncommon Brilliance | 4/12/2004 | See Source »

...says she couldn't imagine making it alone: "I knew I wanted my mother to go with me. I wanted somebody else to rely on and talk to." Having her experienced hands along also proved invaluable as Jane cared for Aliya during the day so Beth could grab a nap or meet with government officials...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Adopting New Ways | 3/15/2004 | See Source »

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