Tournament Time

For some historic reason, people in Wisconsin often expect bad winter weather when it comes time for the state basketball tournament. But the weather in Madison has been wonderful so far this week. With our offices only about two blocks from the Kohl Center we are near the epicenter of the action. That means every time I leave the building there are crowds of fans from all corners of the state.

For my colleagues who get frozen out of their regular parking, this time of year may be an annoyance. But I get a vicarious thrill from the excitement of fans. I love their enthusiasm and obvious pride, often shown through homemade tee-shirts or all manner of unusual attire.

But even as I write this, I see the weather's turning outside. Probably no more sixty degree days again for a while. And still a chance for that blizzard to come next week when state high school girls hold their tournament.