Over the last few months I’ve been in a, “Well, now what?” period of my career. I’ve steered my department through crisis and now that it’s passed…… Read more “Let’s Break Some Shit”
Category: Access Services
Setting the Sail
A few weeks ago, working the circulation desk was becoming very difficult for me. Which is a bad thing, as a public services librarian. I’m certain that…… Read more “Setting the Sail”
Big Picture Librarian
We are part of an amazing profession built on helping others. As I’ve been pondering my next steps in the profession and what my place is in…… Read more “Big Picture Librarian”
Halloween 2018: Pumpkin Carving (Updated with winners)
This year’s selection of pumpkins decorated by our student assistants. And the winners are: 3rd Place TIE: Cat-o-lantern & Baby Jack with Braces 2nd Place: 1930’s Cartoon Pumpkin 1st…… Read more “Halloween 2018: Pumpkin Carving (Updated with winners)”
I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink
Recently, a candidate accepted a job offer to work for me. This means that for the first time since the end of June I’m fully staffed in…… Read more “I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink”
So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?
In reference to my last post, and maybe in continuation of it, I’m asking a question about the rest of my career. This is also a continuation…… Read more “So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?”
Swimming with Purpose
In a few short weeks the new semester begins. This will be my second academic year in this position. Over the last year there have been so…… Read more “Swimming with Purpose”
It’s Finals. How Are You Doing?
I’m at work. It’s Saturday. I don’t work Saturdays. I’m closing, which is not that unusual, but I’m closing at midnight. My bed time is around 10:00.…… Read more “It’s Finals. How Are You Doing?”
Emotionalism, the Trials of Public Service, & Vulcans
We’ve all been there. You’ve got a line backed up to the exits, the phone is ringing off the hook, and a patron is standing there wanting to…… Read more “Emotionalism, the Trials of Public Service, & Vulcans”
Recent Comment Cards
I don’t get a lot of mail in my inbox at work, so it was a bit of a surprise when I got up and saw a…… Read more “Recent Comment Cards”
Tales of a Librarian 