I wrote this post during the 25 Random Things about me Facebook phase/craze a few weeks ago, but then I didn’t want to be a like the other 5 million people and post it.
If you know me, then you already know most of these things about me. I mean really who
cares, and I did not take it as seriously as some people did, and I didn't even list all 25.
I kissed a boy and I liked it.
I am very self absorbed, it’s all about me.
I hate shallow.
I have no tolerance for ignorance.
If someone bad mouths the president, I will throw a shoe at them.
I don’t like social networking I prefer the real thing.
I hate fake anything.
My teeth are real.
Everybody hurts
Jay-Z is NOT better than Notorious BIG.
I heart Gosspip Girl, the show and the books.
I like martinis and I cannot lie.
My favorite 3 words are Happy Hour, and Beeyotch.
I sometimes wonder what it would be like to be a rock star.
Oh and finally, whoever said it is better to have loved and lost, than not have all, is so wrong, that’s bullshit.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
An Orange for the Librarian
On Sunday I worked at the Grand Concourse branch. I usually work there on Sunday two or three times a month. I am usually at the adult information desk. There’s a regular patron, a 3rd grader who comes in and always ask for my help with her homework packet.
Of course, I don’t mind. How tough can elementary school homework be, right? This week it was reference type questions. She needed to know was life was like 100 years ago. What was the price of milk, and a loaf of bread? How did people travel, were cars invented? I found the answers and I even printed out an image of the 1920 ford car. I guess since I was so helpful, she decided I help her with another assignment.
What was each month’s birthstones? I printed out pictures and each month and suggested she color them. She was extremely excited.
As she was leaving, she gave me an orange, and said thanks for my help.
Ahhhhhhhh.
An orange for the librarian.
Of course, I don’t mind. How tough can elementary school homework be, right? This week it was reference type questions. She needed to know was life was like 100 years ago. What was the price of milk, and a loaf of bread? How did people travel, were cars invented? I found the answers and I even printed out an image of the 1920 ford car. I guess since I was so helpful, she decided I help her with another assignment.
What was each month’s birthstones? I printed out pictures and each month and suggested she color them. She was extremely excited.
As she was leaving, she gave me an orange, and said thanks for my help.
Ahhhhhhhh.
An orange for the librarian.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Funny, You Don't Look Like A LIbrariran!
It’s amazing how many people make comments with and without thinking! The next time you meet me or a librarian, please DO NOT say any of the following statements or phrases, or I’ll have to shush your ass.
“You don’t look like a librarian!”
How does a librarian look? I like to shatter the librarian stereotype by any mean necessary. Do we all wear glasses, sweaters and a bun. Oh no wait, that's the sexy librarian. Or are we all old, and have been working in the library for the last 40 years.
“That seems like a boring job.”
Nothing could be further than the truth, everyday I lean something new. Why just a few day, I discovered, I love Skulls. Really, I love helping and teaching people. On Saturday, I helped three patrons rewrite their resumes, and upload them to Monster. On Sunday, there’s a little patron, who looks for me to help her with her homework. It may sound corny, but I absolutely love it. Not to mention all of the networking, conferences, staff developments workshops, etc. I am going to Chicago in July for the Library Association’s annual conference.
“You’re so lucky your job is recession proof.”
Not! People were in a recession, I read the article, did you read the article? Although I am not worried, if I get laid off, I will finish school a semester earlier, than if I were working full time. Not to mention, I would have time to complete a 150 hour internship.
Also, there are lots of freebies and advantages for unemployed people. I could spend even more time at the library, doing homework. I would finish school a semester early, and then move on. Hmmm.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
NO CHOIRBOY
I read No Choirboy: Murder, Violence and Teenagers on Death Row by Susan Kulkan.
Non-fiction, of course, a short but truly unforgettable read. The title pretty much sums up the book, prisoners sentenced to death as teenagers telling their story.
The book was divided into five stories, two convicted teens, currently serving time and two families directly affected by the death penalty, both powerful stories, and t the attorney who fights for Death row prisoner’s rights. The teens currently serving could not speak specifically about their cases, in case of an appeal. However, their stories were graphic and raw. They talked about their lives as they are now in prison, their thoughts about being there, and how they got there. I almost felt sorry for them.
The story that touched me the most was the last story, the family members of a teenager killed by another teenager in a robbery, gone bad. The victim’s parent advised the prosecution not to seek the death penalty for their son’s murderers. The dad said he felt like another parent should NOT a son, like they did. The victim’s brother wanted to meet with the murderer and let him know he forgives him. After all he has to live with the fact he took a young innocent’s boy life. Wow.
When I thought of death row, I always imaged hardened lifelong criminals, who probably deserved to be there. I am actually not pro-Death Penalty, I am not and if I were on the fence after reading No Choirboy, I am definitely not for it.
Non-fiction, of course, a short but truly unforgettable read. The title pretty much sums up the book, prisoners sentenced to death as teenagers telling their story.
The book was divided into five stories, two convicted teens, currently serving time and two families directly affected by the death penalty, both powerful stories, and t the attorney who fights for Death row prisoner’s rights. The teens currently serving could not speak specifically about their cases, in case of an appeal. However, their stories were graphic and raw. They talked about their lives as they are now in prison, their thoughts about being there, and how they got there. I almost felt sorry for them.
The story that touched me the most was the last story, the family members of a teenager killed by another teenager in a robbery, gone bad. The victim’s parent advised the prosecution not to seek the death penalty for their son’s murderers. The dad said he felt like another parent should NOT a son, like they did. The victim’s brother wanted to meet with the murderer and let him know he forgives him. After all he has to live with the fact he took a young innocent’s boy life. Wow.
When I thought of death row, I always imaged hardened lifelong criminals, who probably deserved to be there. I am actually not pro-Death Penalty, I am not and if I were on the fence after reading No Choirboy, I am definitely not for it.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
NERD Part Deux
I was walking to work on Tuesday, the morning after the noreaster and I noticed a Skull in the dirty snow. I would have taken a picture, and emailed the author, but I did not have a working camera with me, too bad.
It really was a skull.
Who knew, I would be fascinated by Skulls.
currently reading/viewing the frequently viewing the website, www.skulladay.com.
It really was a skull.
Who knew, I would be fascinated by Skulls.
currently reading/viewing the frequently viewing the website, www.skulladay.com.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
NERD
I knew this was going to happen. I have been trying for some time, but there is no avoiding it. It’s all this access to information, call it information overload. Access to too many (if there is such a thing) books and materials, or that young adult literature class. What ever the reason!
Dammit.
I am embracing my inner nerd.
I read/looked at the book, Skulls by Noah Scalin, and was totally impressed. It was Clever, weird and wonderful, and remarkable. Wait, what has happened? I’m not supposed to be impressed by a dude, who spent obviously way too much time carving skulls, 365 and counting Skulls, out of everything, from clay, a dollar bill, toothpaste, suds, yellow caution tape, sheet metal, organic vegetables and even hair (hopefully from his hair). Fascinating stuff.
Oh my goodness I even subscribed to the website/blog, WHAT THE?
I guess I am still fascinated by stuff.
My cool friends are shaking their heads saying, they knew this day would come.
Check it out and see what you think.
the skulladay.com
Dammit.
I am embracing my inner nerd.
I read/looked at the book, Skulls by Noah Scalin, and was totally impressed. It was Clever, weird and wonderful, and remarkable. Wait, what has happened? I’m not supposed to be impressed by a dude, who spent obviously way too much time carving skulls, 365 and counting Skulls, out of everything, from clay, a dollar bill, toothpaste, suds, yellow caution tape, sheet metal, organic vegetables and even hair (hopefully from his hair). Fascinating stuff.
Oh my goodness I even subscribed to the website/blog, WHAT THE?
I guess I am still fascinated by stuff.
My cool friends are shaking their heads saying, they knew this day would come.
Check it out and see what you think.
the skulladay.com
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