My thoughts are with the people of London. Having gone through September 11th here in NYC, I know how confusing and terrifying these times are.
Information about today's attack can be found here.
Thursday, July 07, 2005
Wednesday, July 06, 2005
7.6.05
After reading a fellow library student's blog, I am starting to think a little more about my blog and my search for work. I wonder if my blog would have any impact on my job search. Of course, I specifically mean a negative impact. These thoughts start to creep into my head as I sit here typing away. Should I censor myself for fear of being "caught"?
I found this link offering a legal guide for bloggers. Thoughts?
I found this link offering a legal guide for bloggers. Thoughts?
Saturday, July 02, 2005
7.2.05
Wow! I just heard that there were over 27,000 librarians at the conference. That's pretty incredible.
So, if you ever wanted to know what the exhibits area looks like at a library conference, here you go. And here.
I walked away with two tote bags, some pens, and about 12 free books. Not bad. Actually, I couldn't have come out with much more, but I learned from my Boston conference experience, not to pick up more than you can take back home on the plane.
I have to stop now. Lucky me, I have a appointment to have blood drawn. It is great having high cholesterol. Damn genes.
So, if you ever wanted to know what the exhibits area looks like at a library conference, here you go. And here.
I walked away with two tote bags, some pens, and about 12 free books. Not bad. Actually, I couldn't have come out with much more, but I learned from my Boston conference experience, not to pick up more than you can take back home on the plane.
I have to stop now. Lucky me, I have a appointment to have blood drawn. It is great having high cholesterol. Damn genes.
Thursday, June 30, 2005
6.30.05
I'm BACK. Today was my first day back at work.
If you didn't already know, I have been in Chicago at the annual American Library Association conference. I had a wonderful time learning about the organization and meeting lots of people. I also had two job interviews that I thought went quite well. I won't mention names yet, but will keep you updated. Let's say that both are large urban library systems.
One of the highlights was on Saturday night at the opening session. The keynote speaker was Barack Obama. Wow, this guy really gets people excited. It was great being there to witness it. The Chicago Sun-Times did a small story on the speech. See here.
I will not go into details about the conference right now, because I am getting sleepy, but promise more later.
Here are some photos for now. These are not all mine, but were taken at the conference. Will post mine later.
If you didn't already know, I have been in Chicago at the annual American Library Association conference. I had a wonderful time learning about the organization and meeting lots of people. I also had two job interviews that I thought went quite well. I won't mention names yet, but will keep you updated. Let's say that both are large urban library systems.
One of the highlights was on Saturday night at the opening session. The keynote speaker was Barack Obama. Wow, this guy really gets people excited. It was great being there to witness it. The Chicago Sun-Times did a small story on the speech. See here.
I will not go into details about the conference right now, because I am getting sleepy, but promise more later.
Here are some photos for now. These are not all mine, but were taken at the conference. Will post mine later.
Wednesday, June 08, 2005
6.08.05
Why Can't Johnny Read Books by Jane?
I found this link from LISnews about men not reading novels written by women. Interesting.
I found this link from LISnews about men not reading novels written by women. Interesting.
Sunday, June 05, 2005
6.05.05
Today is our 6th wedding anniverary. Time flies when you're having fun. We had originally planned to see a photography exhibit today and go out for dinner, but are staying in instead. We were at a party last night and are both paying for it today. Our bodies are just not able to heal as quickly, I guess. We have really been celebrating all weekend anyway. I came home Friday to find M at home early (gasp!, never happens) with flowers, card, wine, and sushi. Awwww! I love him so much. Well, six years must mean something. We will soon be coming up on the 9th anniversary of our meeting in Germany. We don't really celebrate that, but I keep it in mind. People always want to know how long we dated before getting married. So, do the math.
The thesis project is FINISHED! That is all I will say about it.
Now, I am getting ready for the Chicago conference. I have been scribbling in my planner and it looks a mess. The week is completely booked.
ITINERARY
Thursday: Get in to O'Hare around 9am. Attend tour of the Center for Research Libraries from noon to 4:30. Orientation at 7pm.
Friday: 7am until 4:30 - Preconference event "Re-inventing Reference." Meet up with James & Stacey for dinner/drinks.
Saturday: Morning - Work registration and visit exhibitor booths. Early afternoon - RUSA board meeting. Late afternoon - Opening ceremony with Barack Obama.
Sunday: 6:15 until noon - Literary Breakfast, 4pm - pizza with fellow Student-to-Staffers. 6pm until whenever - New Members Round Table social.
Monday: noon to 5:30 - RUSA President's Program "Googling the Better Mousetrap."
Tuesday: 8am to 9am - Closing session with Henry Winkler. Noon to 4pm - tour of Chicago Public Harold Washington Branch. Hotel checkout and meeting up with Ally at her place.
Wednesday: Get in to LGA around noon.
There are a few gaps in there and I hope to network with people and possibly get out and see some sites.
Oh, and about the Nine Inch Nails concert--definitely one of the best shows I have seen. They played nearly two hours. I was tired just watching them jump around the stage. We had great seats as well. No standing up on the floor. I am too old for that now.
The thesis project is FINISHED! That is all I will say about it.
Now, I am getting ready for the Chicago conference. I have been scribbling in my planner and it looks a mess. The week is completely booked.
ITINERARY
Thursday: Get in to O'Hare around 9am. Attend tour of the Center for Research Libraries from noon to 4:30. Orientation at 7pm.
Friday: 7am until 4:30 - Preconference event "Re-inventing Reference." Meet up with James & Stacey for dinner/drinks.
Saturday: Morning - Work registration and visit exhibitor booths. Early afternoon - RUSA board meeting. Late afternoon - Opening ceremony with Barack Obama.
Sunday: 6:15 until noon - Literary Breakfast, 4pm - pizza with fellow Student-to-Staffers. 6pm until whenever - New Members Round Table social.
Monday: noon to 5:30 - RUSA President's Program "Googling the Better Mousetrap."
Tuesday: 8am to 9am - Closing session with Henry Winkler. Noon to 4pm - tour of Chicago Public Harold Washington Branch. Hotel checkout and meeting up with Ally at her place.
Wednesday: Get in to LGA around noon.
There are a few gaps in there and I hope to network with people and possibly get out and see some sites.
Oh, and about the Nine Inch Nails concert--definitely one of the best shows I have seen. They played nearly two hours. I was tired just watching them jump around the stage. We had great seats as well. No standing up on the floor. I am too old for that now.
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
Thursday, May 19, 2005
5.19.05
I received this forward and decided to post. I cut out several that I didn't think were that funny. Enjoy!
All too rarely, airline attendants make an effort to make the in-flight "safety
lecture" and announcements a bit more entertaining. Here are some real examples
that have been heard or reported:
On a Southwest flight (SW has no assigned seating, you just sit where you want
passengers were apparently having a hard time choosing, when a flight attendant
announced, "People, people we're not picking out furniture here, find a seat and
get in it!"
After a particularly rough landing during thunderstorms in Memphis, a flight
attendant on a Northwest flight announced, "Please take care when opening the
overhead compartments because, after a landing like that, sure as hell everything
has shifted."
"In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the
ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a
small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If
you are traveling with more than one small child, pick your favorite."
After a real crusher of a landing in Phoenix, the attendant came on with, "Ladies
and Gentlemen, please remain in your seats until Capt. Crash and the Crew have
brought the aircraft to a screeching halt against the gate. And, once the tire
smoke has cleared and the warning bells are silenced, we'll open the door and you
can pick your way through the wreckage to the terminal."
A plane was taking off from Kennedy Airport. After it reached a comfortable
cruising altitude, the captain made an announcement over the intercom, "Ladies
and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. Welcome to Flight Number 293,
nonstop from New York to Los Angeles. The weather ahead is good and, therefore,
we should have a smooth and uneventful flight. Now sit back and relax... OH, MY
GOD!" Silence followed,and after a few minutes, the captain came back on the
intercom and said, "Ladies and Gentlemen, I am so sorry if I scared you earlier.
While I was talking to you, the flight attendant accidentally spilled a cup of
hot coffee in my lap. You should see the front of my pants!" A passenger in back
yelled, "That's nothing. You should see the back of mine!"
All too rarely, airline attendants make an effort to make the in-flight "safety
lecture" and announcements a bit more entertaining. Here are some real examples
that have been heard or reported:
On a Southwest flight (SW has no assigned seating, you just sit where you want
passengers were apparently having a hard time choosing, when a flight attendant
announced, "People, people we're not picking out furniture here, find a seat and
get in it!"
After a particularly rough landing during thunderstorms in Memphis, a flight
attendant on a Northwest flight announced, "Please take care when opening the
overhead compartments because, after a landing like that, sure as hell everything
has shifted."
"In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the
ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a
small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If
you are traveling with more than one small child, pick your favorite."
After a real crusher of a landing in Phoenix, the attendant came on with, "Ladies
and Gentlemen, please remain in your seats until Capt. Crash and the Crew have
brought the aircraft to a screeching halt against the gate. And, once the tire
smoke has cleared and the warning bells are silenced, we'll open the door and you
can pick your way through the wreckage to the terminal."
A plane was taking off from Kennedy Airport. After it reached a comfortable
cruising altitude, the captain made an announcement over the intercom, "Ladies
and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. Welcome to Flight Number 293,
nonstop from New York to Los Angeles. The weather ahead is good and, therefore,
we should have a smooth and uneventful flight. Now sit back and relax... OH, MY
GOD!" Silence followed,and after a few minutes, the captain came back on the
intercom and said, "Ladies and Gentlemen, I am so sorry if I scared you earlier.
While I was talking to you, the flight attendant accidentally spilled a cup of
hot coffee in my lap. You should see the front of my pants!" A passenger in back
yelled, "That's nothing. You should see the back of mine!"
Saturday, May 14, 2005
Friday, May 13, 2005
5.13.05
After the last quiz post, I thought I should give a link to a more credible site for finding the location that best fits you. The site is called Sperling's Best Places. Enjoy!
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