I've been the Director of Jervis Public Library since October 2005 and wish I had been blogging about my job since day one. No time like the (delayed) present.
So what inspired me so many months later? I had the pleasure of listening to Stephen Abram speak about the importance of integrating Library 2.0 into traditional services. I didn't have to be converted since I do believe in Library 2.0, whatever that is. However, a good nudge was needed.
What will I include on my blog? Interesting reference questions, public information, where I've been inthe community and where I'm going to be in the community, and what's new at Jervis. You'll probably also read about my reading list and maybe even a little about my favorite ways to relieve stress: floating in Lake Delta (summer only: no ice fishing for me), gardening, yoga, and reading to my daughter.
Thanks for reading.
What I've been reading
The Last Lecture by Randy PauschMy review
rating: 5 of 5 starsIf I were a big business executive, I would have all employees read this book. I would also want to have recurits read it and write a one page response. Yes, I liked it that much. I love Pausch's sense of humor and sense of decency.
My daughter and I accidentally ended up listening to this one together; it was in the CD player when we took a drive together, so I thought I'd see where it went. She just loved the book and has been raving about the great story! I'm glad to have left it in although it was definitely not intended for her age group. A bit of the pioneering spirit came out and we ended up striking gold.
There was so much the author could have said, but didn't. No wallowing, but celebrating and doling out quite practical advice. I plan to come up with my own version of thin mints and I've been looking for a name for a company awards program, and "The First Penguin" just might do.
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