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It’s Not Your Job to Know Everything

Posted on January 2, 2015 by cbecker53

I recently read a post I thought would be a great way to start the new year: The Know-Nothing, or, How to Be a Library Novice.  The author is writing about her first library position, but I have actually felt … Continue reading →

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2014 in Review

Posted on January 1, 2015 by cbecker53

Thanks for reading A Life in Libraries in 2014.  Here’s a summary of how you found me, what posts were read most, and more: The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 23, 2014 by cbecker53

What is wrong with me?  Once again I don’t feel like writing. Perhaps it is the time of year.  I can’t claim that I am busy because it is the holiday season.  I don’t have to travel until next week, … Continue reading →

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A Lazy December Post

Posted on December 19, 2014 by cbecker53

That is all.

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Thank You!

Posted on November 28, 2014 by cbecker53

Thank you to all who read A Life in Libraries.  Happy Thanksgiving!

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You should vote. Really.

Posted on October 31, 2014 by cbecker53

You know voting is important, right?  It’s always important, no matter who or what is on the ballot.  Of course, it’s important to vote when there’s a library referendum on the ballot, or when there’s a local, county or state … Continue reading →

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On Emptiness

Posted on October 7, 2014 by cbecker53

Dear Empty: You are an interesting word.  Are you a good thing or a bad thing? Empty things that are good: An empty email “In” box. An empty dishwasher.  (They’re all clean!) An empty clothes hamper. (They’re all clean!) Empty … Continue reading →

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Listen. Just Listen!

Posted on September 29, 2014 by cbecker53

Really, it’s so easy.  Just listen.  Don’t talk, don’t butt in, don’t think about what you’re going to say.  Just listen!  That is all. How to REALLY Listen by Jesse Lyn Stoner.

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Autumn Days. . .

Posted on September 23, 2014 by cbecker53

Today’s is one of those “bits and pieces” posts. I just got back from a long weekend in Door County (Wisconsin.)  I go nearly every year in September with a group of women who all have some sort of connection … Continue reading →

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Not Quite There Yet? Here’s Good Advice!

Posted on September 12, 2014 by cbecker53

Starting a new job isn’t exactly easy.  But, you can find some tips to help make those days less difficult in How to Appear Like You Got it Together (When You Feel Like a Wreck).  Even if you’re not starting … Continue reading →

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