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An Update and some Friday Love (on a Monday)

July 16, 2012 By in love friday, love libraries Tags: , , , , , , , , , , 4 Comments

A stylish library worker at the NYPL. For more library style, see link below or click on the photo.

I’m still not dead folks, just plum tuckered out. (That’s how we say tired in the south.) I thought I was going to get a chance to rest this summer,  instead I’ve been running around the state and country! But I’m trying to remind myself to be thankful.

I talked with my boss, so I can share the big secret now– I have a potential job opportunity! I went in for an interview last Monday. It’s a dream job in a larger city and closer to my family. I won’t find out the outcome for at least a few weeks, but I’m staying hopeful.

During my absence, I’ve come across so much web goodness– especially in the library field! And sometimes we all need a little Friday link love on a Monday, am I right?!

Aleph Molinari: Let’s bridge the digital divide! The digital divide is becoming the new literacy.

Handouts from ALA sessions in case you missed ‘em!

This video is a cute dedication to reading from the New York State Reading Association, sung to the tune of Adele’s Rolling in the Deep.

Office Style at the New York Public Library! So many stylish librarians and library workers!!!

That’s all I’ve got for today, folks. I have loads of cataloging and fall semester planning to do, so back to the salt mines!

love,
melanie

Love Friday: June 8th

June 8, 2012 By in love friday Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

This weekend I’m traveling to the mountains to get wedding mess ironed out. I sound excited, right? I love traveling, but I’ve been doing a little too much of it lately. I need a long, homey rest.

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This roasted peach lemonade by The Naptime Chef sounds so good right now.

9. These awkward, old school dance photos are far too real for me. I might have to dig out some of my dance photos when I’m home this weekend. So embarrassing.

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I love this picture of Lauren Bacall from Filmjournalen magazine. I wish I looked that chic at work!

7. The annual American Library Association conference is coming up! This year it is in Anaheim. I’m attending, are you?

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I go through phases where I’m obsessed with gold. I adore this stationary by Brown Paper.

5. Gorgeous paper wedding backdrop on Style Me Pretty.

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I’m dying over the Dear Creatures Fall 2012 line. The cat ears! Spied via: Oh So Lovely Vintage.

3.  Erica Elizabeth Designs on Etsy may be changing my mind about wedding veils. Her designs are so dreamy!

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These “Embroidered” cookies by SweetAmbs on Etsy are gorgeous.

1. Have you seen the trailer for The Perks of Being A Wallflower? It was one of my favorite books as a teen and the movie looks rather promising!

love,
melanie

Love Friday: June 1st

June 1, 2012 By in love friday Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 2 Comments

As you read this I’ll be on my way to our state capital for a potential opportunity. I’m terribly nervous already and by the time I arrive, I’ll probably be sweating profusely. I’ll be rehearsing in the car and I’ll definitely appear maniacal to my fellow drivers. This is how it always goes. I worry too much. Everything will be fine. It’s just an amazing opportunity and I really want to do well.

Here’s some things that have been distracting me this week:

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This F. Scott Fitzgerald quote is particularly relevant today. Found on Piccsy.

9. Feather Love Photography’s shoot for Rue Magazine with pool-side recipes!

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Before there was Photoshop. 20 classic pin-up girls before and after on Buzzfeed.

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HOMEMADE BAILEY’S IRISH CREME! via The Cupcake Project. I had no idea!

6. Stop the Snobbery! Why you’re wrong about community colleges and don’t even know it. Love this article seen via In the Library with the Lead Pipe. Although my experience as a librarian at a community college hasn’t been quite so rosy, I can relate to the sentiment of this article.

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This lovely veil is by Twigs and Honey on Etsy. I’ve been trying to decide if I’m a veil girl or if I should go with just a hair piece for the wedding. Thoughts?

4. I know it is another coffee-related recipe, but damn, I love the stuff! Cappuccino Pops!

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Modcloth’s Nine to Fine Stylebook is super cute. It makes me wish I put more thought into my work clothes!

2. I don’t need to buy ANYTHING right now, but these MiH Jeans would look awesome on me. Have I tried them on? No. But I just know it!

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And whenever I’m nervous or sad, I look funny videos of kittens and Damn You Auto Correct. It never fails to make me feel better. The top 25 is gold!

Wish me luck!

love,
melanie

Love Friday: May 25th

May 25, 2012 By in love friday Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , 1 Comment

I’m a little late on the Friday Love because I had to go out of town for a doctor’s appointment. Doctor’s appointments are always quite the tragedy for me. I have a terrible fear of needles and I had to get stuck twice this time. Apparently when you are so nervous that you are sweating and crying, your blood doesn’t want to evacuate you body…

It’s embarassing, but good to share our fears, don’t you think? Anyway, these links are making me feel loads better.

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This gorgeous ’40s hair tutorial from The Beauty Department and Lauren Conrad. 

9. 14 Easy Ways to get Insanely Motivated from INC. All easy in theory.

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Etsy’s How-to Tuesday‘s 10 colorful crafts links. I particularly like this one by Hew and Sew, because it is EASY!

7. The Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction finalists look excellent. I’m especially excited to read Swamplandia! A surrealist story about 12-year-old gator-wrestling Ava Bigtree and her eccentric family. Sounds good, huh?

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This kitchen is so gorgeous. I don’t even usually like green, but this is divine.

5. Since my tragic doctor experience today, I’ve been Googling how to overcome fears. I found this article from The Positivity Blog to be comforting.

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Sparkly Lemon Cookies! By Martha, of course.

3. This summer, Barnes and Noble is offering a free book to kids who read 8 books and fill out a reading journal!

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I’m thinking about buying a pair of Saltwaters for the beach because I despise flip-flops. Are Saltwaters too cliche? It seems like I see them everywhere, but they’re some of the only sandals I’ve seen that I don’t hate. The gold is kinda pretty, right?

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I’m so excited about this movie! I hope it lives up to my expectations, it looks AH-MAZING!

Have a great Memorial Day weekend! Do ya’ll have any plans?

love,
melanie

Love Fridays: May 18th

May 18, 2012 By in love friday Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Today I’m on my way to Philadelphia for the Ride to Skate event. I’m relieved to be taking a mini-vacation with George. We’re trying to make wedding planning as stress-free as possible, but it is difficult to juggle both planning, full-time jobs, side-projects and house work!

I’ve never been to Philadelphia before and I’m excited to do a few touristy things– like visit the Liberty Bell.

Enjoy the web goodies!

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I broke my french press Wednesday night. At least it gives me an excuse to buy this gorgeous model!

9. I have high hopes for this new show from Mindy Kaling.

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I find so many good ice cream and yogurt recipes online. This turquoise ice cream machine is so tempting!

7. This bathing suit from ModCloth has the cutest print ever! And it’s reversible!

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Recipes and resources for gluten-free living from the Kitchen.

5. Keep it simple with these 12 uncomplicated summer cocktails from the NY Times.

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I’m mildly obsessed with idea of styling jewelry on cats – as seen in Sweetheart Lane’s Etsy Shop.

3.  This ’40s style wedding dress by The Vintage Wedding Dress Co. is stunning.

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Reagan Library puts 900 goats to work. I did my internship here and I would have loved to see goats every day on my drive up the mountain!

1. Scarlett Johansson addresses tabloid articles about her weight.

“Since dedicating myself to getting into “superhero shape,” several articles regarding my weight have been brought to my attention. Claims have been made that I’ve been on a strict workout routine regulated by co-stars, whipped into shape by trainers I’ve never met, eating sprouted grains I can’t pronounce and ultimately losing 14 pounds off my 5’3″ frame. Losing 14 pounds out of necessity in order to live a healthier life is a huge victory. I’m a petite person to begin with, so the idea of my losing this amount of weight is utter lunacy. If I were to lose 14 pounds, I’d have to part with both arms. And a foot. I’m frustrated with the irresponsibility of tabloid media who sell the public ideas about what we should look like and how we should get there.”

Preach, sister.

Hope your weekend is full of adventure!

love,
melanie

Love Friday: May 11th

May 11, 2012 By in love friday Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , Leave a comment

Welcome to the May 11th edition of Love Friday! A round-up of wondrous things I discovered from around the web this past week.

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4 Whiskey Sour Recipes. One of my all-time favorite drinks!

9. The Weekly Review: How One Hour Can Save You A Week’s Worth of Hassle and Headache. I’m thinking about doing this at end of each week. Does anyone do this? Does it help?

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Being Happy is Productive. I love this so much! I’m not sure if I have the original source linked or not. Damn, tumblr. If someone knows who the illustrated this, let me know.

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Book People Unite! An adorable video from Reading is Fundamental. LeVar Burton makes a cameo appearance!

6.  How to start your blog with a bang by Elsie and Kinsey. I don’t really follow any of these guidelines, but que sera, sera.

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Should you quit your day job to blog? Probably not. But the infographic is cute!

4. Freeze coffee in ice cube trays to make coffee ice cubes. I’ve been using coffee ice cubes all week in my iced coffee and it makes such a difference! I don’t know why I’ve never thought of this before…

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I’m dying over this Zac Posen dress. Of course, it is sold out. Anyone know where I can find it?

2. 10 Famous Fiction Writers and Their Cocktails. I swear I’m not a lush.

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Our president spoke out in favor of same-sex marriage!

I hope ya’ll have a lovely weekend. We are planning a motorcycle ride and a picnic. Are you planning anything fun?

love,
melanie

Love Friday: May 4th

May 4, 2012 By in love friday, Uncategorized Tags: , , , , , , , Leave a comment

As a librarian, and as a 21st century girl, I find far too many fascinating tidbits online. So I thought on Fridays, I might share my top 10 favorite things I found on the Internet during the past week. Some of them might be old, but they are new to me!

Here goes:

10. Webstagram: Instagram for the web.

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George and I are planning a trip to Philadelphia to attend Ride to Skate. He did the art for the poster!

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These Kraft library cards are super cute. Although I have no idea what I’d ever do with them!

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This hat by Cressida on Etsy would be perfect for the derby. The English really know their hats, am I right?

6. PicMonkey: SUPER easy photo editing, and you don’t even have to sign up for an account!

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Mango sticky rice sushi by SheSimmers.

4.  I joined Copious. “A social marketplace for buying from and selling to people, not strangers.” Find me here.

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This insanely gorgeous cake by Mowielicious on Hip Hostess.

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A Parrot singing Rob Zombie. I love that he sings the guitar parts.

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A family sings Bohemian Rhapsody to get pumped for school. I like knowing my dad wasn’t the only one blasting Queen to drop the kids off.

I hope you have an extra fabulous weekend!
love,
melanie

Keep it Simple, Stupid! (K.I.S.S.) Wedding Tips

March 16, 2012 By in Uncategorized Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , 6 Comments

Let’s be real people. I’ve got a full-time job. I’m a busy lady. I don’t have a lot of time to piddle around with D.I.Y. projects. If you do have time to piddle, more power to ya, but I sure as hell don’t have enough time to make 1,000 paper swans for our wedding. So, I’m sharing with you all the easy D.I.Y. tips I find across the inter-webs in a series I’m calling K.I.S.S. Or KEEP IT SIMPLE, STUPID! I’ve even tried some of these tips out, so you know they work!

And if you didn’t get enough sugar from the cocktails, this recipe for flour-less peanut butter and jelly cookies is fabulous! I didn’t have any jelly, so I threw a square of dark chocolate in the center of the cookie… AH-MAZING. And so simple. The cookies take maybe 5 minutes of prep time.

I like my cookies massive and ugly!

And finally, I must share this wedding featured on Rock ‘n Roll Bride shot by Live It Out Photography. The couple planned the wedding in 2 weeks! 2 WEEKS! And it is super adorable. The bride wore a Forever 21 dress and they got married at an orchard. It doesn’t get easier and cuter than that!

xoxo,

melanie

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