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Lois the Librarian

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Pet Food Dispenstress

Interests: I like beverages. I like having a dog or two nearby while I enjoy a beverage. I like listening to music while I paint and enjoy having a beverage with a dog or two nearby. I play my Olatunji album on very high volume when I clean the house, and neither is nearly often enough.

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Sick Day Reflection

I woke up not feeling well. I decided to call off from work. I slept in a very little bit, then woke up to water my plants and knit. I've had a headache for weeks and a stomachache for days. These activities were the easiest things to do while I... Continue reading

Posted Apr 30, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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Restless Legs Syndrome

My Grandfather had it, my Mother has it - I have it. Restless Legs Syndrome. I'd like to believe that it is just a diagnosis made up by doctors and pharmaceutical companies to push drugs on us, but it is a real thing. I can hardly sit through a movie... Continue reading

Posted Apr 24, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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I came home from work on Friday to find that some neighborhood vandals - very likely kids on spring break - had painted my neighbors' garage. I asked my neighbor, a school teacher who was on spring break herself, if she had been home all day. She had actually called... Continue reading

Posted Apr 9, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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Random Activities

Binge-watching: Season One of American Horror Story. It really doesn't scare me, but it's worthwhile viewing. Jessica Lange is outstanding. OUTSTANDING. I've tackled some household chores that have been neglected, and while there is much, much more to be done, I realize the instant gratification that even the simplest tasks... Continue reading

Posted Mar 31, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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I love Sally's books. And your site. And dogs. And knitting. Pick me, please!

Commented Feb 21, 2013 on Knit Your Own Dog Book Giveaway at Dog Art Today

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pain as motivator

I need to work. If you're not already familiar with South African artist William Kentridge, you might want to look him up. Continue reading

Posted Feb 17, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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New Favorite Holiday

Have a heart. I hate 2/14. An associate sent me an instant message this morning, "Happy Valentine's Day!" I replied, "Not my favorite holiday, but I will take it!" The response was one of the best things I have heard in a long time... "Not my favorite, either. My favorite... Continue reading

Posted Feb 14, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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the cleanest paintbrush

There is no sand where I live, so it isn't realistic to go about drawing lines in it. If it isn't too late, I would like to state a new year's resolution: to use my paint brushes more. Kill them with kindness. Wear them out and buy new ones. Funny,... Continue reading

Posted Feb 12, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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Resting up for a fresh start

Things at work have been stressful. Some of it is likely exacerbated by my exhaustion. I took the afternoon off on Friday and have not been working this weekend. I'll need to do some work tonight to prepare for a deadline tomorrow, but it has been a restful couple of... Continue reading

Posted Feb 10, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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Surprise... Artist Swap!

I am thrilled to announce that I have a surprise on the way. I recently arranged a swap with another artist: One of my 30 Pets in 30 Days paintings for some original work by a textile artist. Needless to say, I am pretty excited to see what she is... Continue reading

Posted Jan 23, 2013 at Lois the Librarian

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The day after Christmas we were treated to a blizzard. It didn't so much dump tons of snow, so much as it fell rapidly and blew around - a lot - at the same time people were either going back to work or trying to catch an after-Christmas sale. The... Continue reading

Posted Dec 30, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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60 Hours and Counting

It is Friday night and I have worked 60 hours this week. So far. This week I have had so many humbling experiences for which I am truly grateful. I took my manager for a ride in my new car to a company meeting. It was a gorgeous day and... Continue reading

Posted Dec 7, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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Gratitude, Frustration, Reflection

What a week! I am grateful for all of it - even though much of it was frustrating. The honeymoon, I guess, is over with my new job. I now realize it is work - even if I love it. I witnessed for the first time the effects of a... Continue reading

Posted Nov 24, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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And what of the secret internet crush? and insomnia.

I have been so busy these last weeks that I nearly forgot about my secret internet crush. I checked in on him today and was NOT disappointed. Sometimes, when one is busy with life, one forgets to listen not just to his or her own creative voice - but to... Continue reading

Posted Nov 12, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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I had a delicious weekend. It was the first weekend since I started my new job during which I had no firm plans on Saturday or Sunday. I had work to do that I could do from home, but I chose to take the weekend off all the same. I... Continue reading

Posted Nov 11, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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Ready for Tuesday

I didn't vote early. Four years ago, I stood in line on the other side of town to vote two weeks early and I am glad I did, but I am really more inclined to stick with routine. I used to get up on election day - usually a bit... Continue reading

Posted Nov 4, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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I'm in love. I drove and drove and drove. Last night and today. Continue reading

Posted Oct 21, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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I realized this week how swiftly my routines have changed to accomodate my job. I came home from work at least two nights this week unable to stay awake past 9:00 pm. Last night was First Friday where I live and I really wanted to get out to a few... Continue reading

Posted Oct 6, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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reflection and the luxury of choices

At the end of tomorrow, my birthday, I will have finished my first three weeks at my new job. I reflect about things every day, but this feels like an appropriate time to document my thoughts about all the change in my life. First and foremost, I love my job.... Continue reading

Posted Sep 27, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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I've completed my first full week at my new job (and one full Saturday), and I can share with you that I love it and I don't plan on going anywhere. I had lunch with a friend from library school on Sunday before my first day at work. She shared... Continue reading

Posted Sep 15, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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Today is gone forever.

I start my new job on Monday. I'm thrilled to be heading for work, and adequately concerned that I live up to their expectations of me and that I am fulfilled by this, a job I never imagined myself doing, or prepared to do. This week I set out to... Continue reading

Posted Sep 6, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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Yesterday was my last day at University Library. Maybe my last day ever as a professional librarian - who knows? I am so grateful for those who enabled me to work there over the summer and pick up extra shifts until I could find a job. My last day in... Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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There are no words to describe my relief and to express my excitement to share with you that I HAVE A NEW JOB! If you check my previous post, you'll see that I interviewed this morning for a job far outside the description of anything I ever imagined myself doing.... Continue reading

Posted Aug 27, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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It's not me, it's them...

This week I got two definitive rejections from two potential employers. One was a library job (sort of) and I was actually relieved not to get an offer. The place looked like a snoot-ified pressure cooker, and I had more than mulled over taking that job and being miserable until... Continue reading

Posted Aug 24, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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I have some pictures in my head this morning. This image is from the documentary "Other People's Pictures" that I watched while having my coffee today. When I saw it in the film, I immediately thought that it looked like my grandfather. I have some pictures of my grandfather with... Continue reading

Posted Aug 18, 2012 at Lois the Librarian

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