i think the library has long had her thumb on your unfolding pages. this is beautiful, Kristine, and clearly a connecting thread to so many good and even unexpected chapters. the autumnal shades in that final photo...ahhh. <3
OMG! A love letter to past, current and future libraries and all those who create, utilize, defend and sustain them.
My husband bought a 30 year old Volvo station wagon with Colorado plates. It’s bumper sticker said it all:
“I came for the skiing and stayed for the library.“
I am sending this to my sister Ginger who worked at the “assistant library lady” in a Catholic elementary school where her children and now grandchildren attend.
She was named employee of the year. I call her “Mimi of the Universe ”.
Thanks for sharing Kristine! I'll never forget the Lila D. Bunch Library!!! It changed the course of my life. :) I also remember spending countless hours in the library at West Point studying, and researching. I hadn't thought about the time I spent there in probably 10+ years until I read your post. Thank you for reminding me of those days from years past.
I've always thought I might have liked to work in a library! Someday, when the kids have flown the nest and there's more time I hope to volunteer in them lots. Thank you for reading, Penny!
Thanks for this Kristine. I will be writing a series on libraries sometime in the new year. Wonder if there might be any interest on your part in writing a guest post for that series? We can discuss more if you are interested.
This is so wonderful! I grew up in libraries and they remain a huge importance in my life. I’ve just moved to a new country and my local library doesn’t have any books in English but I’ve already picked up my application to get my library card. It’s a place that brings with a sense of peace to me. So thank you for sharing this. I loved it.
Some of my fondest memories are of going to the library as a child. Thank you for this essay.
Thank you for reading, LeeAnn! Libraries really can be such special places, and I'm so thankful you've had that experience as well.
A memoir in libraries! This is wonderful, Kristine, thank you.
Thank you for reading, Elizabeth!
Excited for what may come from this library visit. :)
South Sudan… interesting.
i think the library has long had her thumb on your unfolding pages. this is beautiful, Kristine, and clearly a connecting thread to so many good and even unexpected chapters. the autumnal shades in that final photo...ahhh. <3
Thank you, Civil! Love that idea of her thumb on my unfolding pages 🥹 just beautiful!
OMG! A love letter to past, current and future libraries and all those who create, utilize, defend and sustain them.
My husband bought a 30 year old Volvo station wagon with Colorado plates. It’s bumper sticker said it all:
“I came for the skiing and stayed for the library.“
I am sending this to my sister Ginger who worked at the “assistant library lady” in a Catholic elementary school where her children and now grandchildren attend.
She was named employee of the year. I call her “Mimi of the Universe ”.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for writing this!
And congrats to your employee of the year librarian sister! Her work means the world!!
Thanks for sharing Kristine! I'll never forget the Lila D. Bunch Library!!! It changed the course of my life. :) I also remember spending countless hours in the library at West Point studying, and researching. I hadn't thought about the time I spent there in probably 10+ years until I read your post. Thank you for reminding me of those days from years past.
You know I never got to see the library at West Point! Bet it’s a great one! Love that you have those memories 💙
This was such an interesting read. Thanks for sharing your library journey. From one bibliophile to another, I appreciate it!
Thank you! 🧡
You’re welcome!
Love this so much! The library is a magical place. I was blessed to work in them for many years, as well as enjoy them.
I've always thought I might have liked to work in a library! Someday, when the kids have flown the nest and there's more time I hope to volunteer in them lots. Thank you for reading, Penny!
Thanks for this Kristine. I will be writing a series on libraries sometime in the new year. Wonder if there might be any interest on your part in writing a guest post for that series? We can discuss more if you are interested.
Thanks for reading, Matthew! I would love to be involved in your series, if you'll have me! Thank you for asking!
I love libraries!
When I can drive and have a car, I think the library will be a frequent destination.
Sounds like a great plan, Gloria! Thank you for reading!
This is so wonderful! I grew up in libraries and they remain a huge importance in my life. I’ve just moved to a new country and my local library doesn’t have any books in English but I’ve already picked up my application to get my library card. It’s a place that brings with a sense of peace to me. So thank you for sharing this. I loved it.
Thank you for reading, Lani! And for lending your own experience to it.
A new country is a new world, indeed, and I hope your new library brings you so much peace and joy!