Readings

I cannot read the word 'constitutions' without asking myself if the author is referring to 'little c' constitutions or 'big c' constitutions, as Vernon Bogdanor would say.  Although the word is usually written with a small c in front, I have found that unless someone is referring to a specific (codified) constitution, it is usually alluding to a constitution in the big c sense.

Originally, I did not sign up for a reaction paper for this week for comparative, but now I might.  One paper was concerning the evolution of institutions in 17th century England, and I have some concerns about the authors' thesis when looking at the present constitution of Great Britain.  So it might be a good idea for me to write something now and opt out of one of the weeks I originally signed up for. 

I'll probably read the others first before deciding, just in case I want to synthesize all/a few of the articles for my reaction paper. 

Also, I miss Bogdanor's book that I used for my thesis.  That thing was almost always on my person during my senior semester.  I keep meaning to buy it but I really shouldn't until I have more time to read and more money to spend.

Maybe I'll make a wishlist of books I want, or something. 

Still enjoying my long weekend with my own apartment.  It's sweet.