Re: measuring systems (was: Selenites)

Simon Kissane wrote:
> Even on earth today, in modern society, there isn't an enormous need to
> keep the calendar and seasons in check. Except in agriculture, no one
> really cares if the seasons don't start at the same time each year.
> And farmers could use tables or computers to work it out. A 360 day
> year with no leap years would make life so much simpler.
>
> As has already been mentioned, the Muslims get along fine with a
> calendar that is often very out of sync with the seasons.
>
> (Plus, it would mean that birthdays, anniversaries, etc. wouldn't
> be stuck at the same time of year for your whole life).
I suppose so.  But, IMHO, it would suck to have Summer Vacation in the
middle of Fall or Winter.  But, perhaps that's just my upbringing
speaking.

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