A few reasons why this has been one of the best Tuesdays of the semester
I attended, stayed awake through, and was early to all three of my classes!
I woke up in time to have two bowls of cereal. Mmmmm.
There was good conversation in Religion.
I took a lovely Hope-ish picture of tulips.
Day 1 of the Philosophy of Life presentations inspired me and made me feel even closer to everyone than before
Sally fed us lunch in senior seminar so I actually ate lunch at a proper time!
I finally turned in two of the journal entries that were super late
Showering just makes you feel better about the world sometimes.
We received a weird post card in the mail.
I turned in the theater keys and got my $20 back.
I remembered to pick up my cap & gown and run errands that have been a week overdue.
I went on a great (possibly 12 mile?) bike ride with Amy and didn't fall over or run into anyone
A man training for a marathon complimented my running shoes on that bike ride
Amy and I played on a playground and had a GREAT time! So much fun!
Dinner was unhealthy, but free at the "Senior Celebration"
We ate ice cream.
I laughed with my fabulous housemates.
Schaedig called and there's lots of wonderful excitement involving her evening!
I went to the library and was productive.
I had a great conversation with an awesome librarian who let me TAKE OUT A REFERENCE BOOK! Crazy! That NEVER happens!!!
To sum it up there was just lots of joy and laughing and you can't go wrong with well shared happiness.
Thanks Be to God(?)!
Showing posts with label Amherst Public Library. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Amherst Public Library. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Friday, June 26, 2009
What do you have Against Learning?
I believe in libraries. I grew up loving Summer Reading Programs. I enjoyed reading, but the summer reading programs were extra motivation to read a lot over the summer. This is a great way for kids to not fall behind in school. When the next Fall comes up, and the school year starts, their minds won't be mush. For a variety of reasons I agree with the statement that "Summer Reading Programs Save Lives". Perhaps that's drastic for you?
There is no denying that in many cities libraries are the only source of free internet that the community has. In times when less people are able to afford computers and internet access, this service helps people find jobs and construct resumes.
While private grants could help to support the libraries, I believe they need to stay public to continue the guarantee of equal access to everyone.
The following is taken from the Library Council website.
Why are Ohio public libraries in trouble?
At a news conference on Friday, June 19, the Governor proposed a cut to state funding for public libraries of $227.3 million in fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as part of his plan to fill the $3.2 billion gap in the budget that must be balanced by the Ohio General Assembly's Conference Committee by June 30.
The proposal amounts to a 30% cut in funding for Ohio's public libraries. This cut is in addition to the 20% reduction in funding that libraries are already facing, because their funding comes from 2.22% of the state's declining General Revenue Fund.
Libraries could close or face significant reductions in operations as a result of the Governor's proposal. With some 70% of the state's 251 public libraries relying solely on state funding to fund their operations, the reduction in funding will mean that many will close branches or drastically reduce hours and services.
The Governor's proposed funding cuts come at a time when Ohio's public libraries are experiencing unprecedented increases in demands for services. In every community throughout the state, Ohioans are turning to their public library for free high speed Internet access and help with employment searches, children and teens are beginning summer reading programs, and people of all ages are turning to the library as a lifeline during these difficult economic times. Ohio's public libraries offer CRITICAL services to those looking for jobs and operating small businesses. Public libraries are an integral part of education, which Governor Strickland says is critical to the state's economic recovery. But it is unlikely that many of Ohio's public library systems, especially those without local levies, can remain open with these proposed cuts.
About 30% of Ohio's public libraries have local property tax levies that supplement the state's funding. However, with the Governor's proposed drastic cuts in the state funding for libraries, even those libraries will face decisions regarding substantial reductions in hours of operation, materials, and staffing.
So what can you do?
Please join the facebook group.
And then call or email the governor and your Representatives:
Governor Ted Strickland: 614-466-3555 or 614-644-4357
Online Contact
Senator Bill Harris, President of the Senate: 614-466-8086
SD19@senate.state.oh.us
Senator John Carey, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee: 614-466-8156
SD17@senate.state.oh.us
Representative Armond Budish, Speaker of the House: 614-466-5441
District08@ohr.state.oh.us
Representative Vernon Sykes,Chairman of the House Finance Committee: 614-466-3100
Save Our Libraries. Save our place for free, unrestricted self-motivated LEARNING.
There is no denying that in many cities libraries are the only source of free internet that the community has. In times when less people are able to afford computers and internet access, this service helps people find jobs and construct resumes.
While private grants could help to support the libraries, I believe they need to stay public to continue the guarantee of equal access to everyone.
The following is taken from the Library Council website.
Why are Ohio public libraries in trouble?
At a news conference on Friday, June 19, the Governor proposed a cut to state funding for public libraries of $227.3 million in fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as part of his plan to fill the $3.2 billion gap in the budget that must be balanced by the Ohio General Assembly's Conference Committee by June 30.
The proposal amounts to a 30% cut in funding for Ohio's public libraries. This cut is in addition to the 20% reduction in funding that libraries are already facing, because their funding comes from 2.22% of the state's declining General Revenue Fund.
Libraries could close or face significant reductions in operations as a result of the Governor's proposal. With some 70% of the state's 251 public libraries relying solely on state funding to fund their operations, the reduction in funding will mean that many will close branches or drastically reduce hours and services.
The Governor's proposed funding cuts come at a time when Ohio's public libraries are experiencing unprecedented increases in demands for services. In every community throughout the state, Ohioans are turning to their public library for free high speed Internet access and help with employment searches, children and teens are beginning summer reading programs, and people of all ages are turning to the library as a lifeline during these difficult economic times. Ohio's public libraries offer CRITICAL services to those looking for jobs and operating small businesses. Public libraries are an integral part of education, which Governor Strickland says is critical to the state's economic recovery. But it is unlikely that many of Ohio's public library systems, especially those without local levies, can remain open with these proposed cuts.
About 30% of Ohio's public libraries have local property tax levies that supplement the state's funding. However, with the Governor's proposed drastic cuts in the state funding for libraries, even those libraries will face decisions regarding substantial reductions in hours of operation, materials, and staffing.
So what can you do?
Please join the facebook group.
And then call or email the governor and your Representatives:
Governor Ted Strickland: 614-466-3555 or 614-644-4357
Online Contact
Senator Bill Harris, President of the Senate: 614-466-8086
SD19@senate.state.oh.us
Senator John Carey, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee: 614-466-8156
SD17@senate.state.oh.us
Representative Armond Budish, Speaker of the House: 614-466-5441
District08@ohr.state.oh.us
Representative Vernon Sykes,Chairman of the House Finance Committee: 614-466-3100
Save Our Libraries. Save our place for free, unrestricted self-motivated LEARNING.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Pleasure, please.
The love letter took a bit of thought, but I finished it... in case you were wondering.
Inevitably I am now wishing I had at least one of my SARK books with me. What was I thinking leaving them at home? Well, I did bring crayons to London... I suppose that's something. The SARK forum just isn't quenching my -- thirst? I googled Sark and under images I find a Succulent Wild Woman blanket connected to this blog entry.
The first Sark book I ever read was called Eat Mangoes Naked. Ironically enough it was one of the book displayed on the landing in the Amherst Public Library. 10 points for whoever chose that display, (s)he kinda changed my life.
Here's a lovely part of the book I just found posted on a blog:
Wonderful.
In the mentioned blog there is also this entry that is something we consistently worked on in workshops with Nathan Allen pre-creating Rose and the Rime. The concept of letting "failure" go as soon as it occurs, partly to be in the present and partly because it's not real "failure" is something I have struggled with since before I knew it was a concept. I had difficulty on-stage and I continue to have difficulty in my life. It's like when you go out for your first mile and drop a 6:15 when it was supposed to be a 6:25 or something and for the rest of the race you just wait for the wall to hit you. The only difference is the wall hits you twice as early because you are opening the door and inviting it in for tea and discouragement.
Inevitably I am now wishing I had at least one of my SARK books with me. What was I thinking leaving them at home? Well, I did bring crayons to London... I suppose that's something. The SARK forum just isn't quenching my -- thirst? I googled Sark and under images I find a Succulent Wild Woman blanket connected to this blog entry.
The first Sark book I ever read was called Eat Mangoes Naked. Ironically enough it was one of the book displayed on the landing in the Amherst Public Library. 10 points for whoever chose that display, (s)he kinda changed my life.
Here's a lovely part of the book I just found posted on a blog:
One of my favorite perfect life aficionados is author SARK. Here is an excerpt from her book, Eat Mangoes Naked, about perfect pleasure:
I began feeling scared at the amount of joy I was experiencing, and noticed myself creating drama, almost like putting the brakes on pleasure.
The struggle still feels more comfortable to me than the pleasure, and I would how I can extend or expand the pleasure?
I think that one of the ways is to change the formula.
If we say, for example:
Going to a concert = pleasure
We might find: prickly grass, warm beverages, poor sound systems, belligerent fans or offensive lyrics.
We could change the formula to:
Going to a concert = a time
Instead of going to have “a good time” (which can cause pressure or struggle), we might just have a “time.”
This allows our actual experience to occur.
Maybe we’ll get to the concert, and leave after 10 minutes. Maybe we’ll see a sign that says “Fresh Peaches” and stop to by dozens and give them away.
Maybe we’ll stop the car, and have our own homemade concert by the river, singing off key.
Pleasure loves surprise and spontaneous expression.
To give ourselves permission for pleasure means moving in new directions, with no expectations and changing our moods in the process.
I am now giving you new permission for pleasure. You can use this whenever you feel stuck, lost, or out of pleasure.Wonderful.
In the mentioned blog there is also this entry that is something we consistently worked on in workshops with Nathan Allen pre-creating Rose and the Rime. The concept of letting "failure" go as soon as it occurs, partly to be in the present and partly because it's not real "failure" is something I have struggled with since before I knew it was a concept. I had difficulty on-stage and I continue to have difficulty in my life. It's like when you go out for your first mile and drop a 6:15 when it was supposed to be a 6:25 or something and for the rest of the race you just wait for the wall to hit you. The only difference is the wall hits you twice as early because you are opening the door and inviting it in for tea and discouragement.
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