Experience the Night- Erika Sikon

Take a walk outside in the dark. It is funny how things look so different at night. Things almost gain another personality when it is dark. Things are more mysterious, peaceful, or scary when it is dark. A tree is no longer a tree. It is an obstacle you must avoid when you are in the dark. The small animals do not seem so scary when you see them six feet in front of you during the day, but in the dark your vision is taken away and that kitty may make your skin crawl and scream when you see it at night. The surroundings seem more peaceful at night because there are less people out. It is so wonderful just to sit in the cool night air and ponder about the little things or talk to a friend. The air and weather change when the sun goes down. It usually gets cooler. Day and night really are two opposites. At CNU you may take another path to get to the Library at night then you would during the day because some paths are lit better than others. People are afraid of the dark and the unknown. Take some time to go outside and really experience the night. Feel the difference in the air and atmosphere. Hear the different night sounds and mainly take some time to relax; especially during exam week. 