<p>dang. Did I really take that “Ten Thousand Men” bet? I thought I just agreed to a limerick.</p>
<p>The day dawned damned inclement
The ball seemed made of cement
Yale barred the door
But couldn’t score
For my gloating, I repent.</p>
<p>This I will say: I was at a H-Y Game event yesterday, a small gathering of about 20 with ties to either or both schools. At the final whistle, a charming and ancient H-man in a vintage cardigan sang “Ten Thousand Men” to the cheers of all. I guess I’m just not a “hater.”</p>
<p>My Y freshman daughter is on her way home for Thanksgiving and has been stuck in the fog overnight in another city. I’m sure she’ll set me straight on compassion for H, if she ever gets here…</p>