Hortense

Apologies to everyone named Hortense. Based off of a conversation I had with my mom about the name Hortense.

At the Window

He would barge in through the front door, but the library’s still closed to the public. And Quincy is much too polite to break the rules.

Back to Work

Did I mention that Quincy’s taking this very seriously? ‘Cause he is. Side note: I am doing MUCH better which is a huge relief. Hopefully it means the surgery’s working.

Reading is Fun

Working with the public is very rewarding.

We’ve been closed for over a month now. The e-mail letting our patrons know the library system was closing to the public was sent out in January. There are signs all over the door and parking lot telling people what to do to get their books. And yet, this. At this point, I don’t know… Continue reading Reading is Fun

Working from Home

Oof.

Now, I know that I am super duper lucky to be employed right now. Believe me, it’s a relief to not have to think about unemployment. But it’s still not the same. I miss working with the books. I miss being at the returns desk. I even miss interacting with the patrons to an extent.… Continue reading Working from Home

After Work

Reflex. Sorry.

…maybe “rough” was the wrong word here. “Weird,” definitely. Our entire system was taken down at work for a few days in preparation for a new one to take its place. This meant, however, that we couldn’t do anything. At all. Just check out books offline and tell people over and over again that no,… Continue reading After Work

End of the Day

She's going to need that helmet.

Thankfully, as of last week, Summer vacation is now over. The kids are back at school, and with Labor day behind us, our busy season is finally at an end. So hopefully, we can all relax just a little teeny bit. At least until Columbus Day Weekend. Special guest appearance by my mom!

Category: That Working Life