Q: Was there ever a series of books you were skeptical about, but ended up liking very much?

A: I can’t think of any right now but this is a great question & I’m going to keep thinking about it.

Q: who was your crush in middle school lmao

A: Had a different one each year. Not naming names but one of them performed surgery on my mom a few years ago.

Q: the longest time you’ve ever gone without showering?

A: Don’t know but far too long, more than a week. I’m generally bad about it & new parenthood made it even worse.

Dense fog advisory today until 10 AM. Big woodland goth vibes.

Finished reading: The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie 📚

Poirot’s first case. A bit of homage to Doyle at the start, then on to the modes that come to define Christie’s work: a rogue’s gallery & a drawing room reveal.

Begin As You Mean to Go On, courtesy of Leigh Bardugo:

1. Read for pleasure: Read The Mysterious Affair at Styles on my Kobo.
2. Make things (courtesy of Kim Werker): Set up my new Bullet Journal.
3. Take walks: Did a first day hike at Eno River State Park.

Q: What’s one thing that typical town libraries should change to increase community participation?

A: Find ways to reach people who aren’t already coming in the building. What else is going on locally? Can you have a library presence at those events? Can you partner with other organizations?

Q: What are your plans this weekend?

A: Nothing big - maybe going to the Farmer’s Market & then prepping bc on 1/16 I leave for Amsterdam - W got a Fulbright and M & I will travel Europe with him as he studies international copyright!

Anon message: You’re still one of the first people I think of fondly when I’m reminiscing. 🪵🫀

Reply: Aww thank you! That’s super sweet.

Next anon q: Do you remember your Bronzer days with joy? Or with time (and events) does it feel like just an old phase you went through?

Answer: So much joy. Some of the most fun ever. I will never stop being a Bronzer and I will never stop loving other Bronzers.