Bumbershoot is not called Bumpershoot. There are no bumpers and there are no shootings (we hope!). Rather, bumpershoot is another word for umbrella. Obviously, for Seattlites, the umbrella is a common and useful accessory. But we grow weary of hearing the word, and of carrying one with us wherever we may roam. That’s why it is important to call this annual Northwestern event by its appropriate name: Bumbershoot.

Say it with us now, Bumbershoot.

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We abhor disclaimers here at DSM. We look forward to them about as much as a kick in the nuts or, even worse, a taste of fried beer.  We’re well aware they’re necessary on PS3/Xbox manuals to safeguard against lawsuits by epileptics, for instance; or before Spike TV’s 1000 Ways to Die because, apparently, some of those who walk among us would actually contemplate copulation with a cow heart throbbing to 110v, knowing full well they are going to die.

Thus, the need for disclaimers. We don’t have one. That’s just how we roll, free and easy. But if we were pressed for one, this is all it would say:

WARNING:  You will not suck after reading our magazine.

You won’t. We promise. Have a great Labor Day weekend.

–Robert Paul Moreira

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