Librarian at Work

I love being a librarian. After years and years of waiting, volunteering, and working at jobs I was over-qualified to do (and who hasn't been in that situation?), I finally made it! Thank you, God! It was worth the wait, I think. I learned more about myself and learned what truly matters most. My attire for this position is different and yet the same as some previous jobs. So, I realized I need some new clothes for it. I can now be freer with what I choose and more relaxed. My first professional job was as a high school teacher right out of college, so I had to dress to make myself look older. Now, I can wear what I like to work, which is always a nice, neat, and sophisticated look. That is what I naturally gravitate toward, even when I'm not going to work. What does a librarian wear? At least, what does this librarian wear? Well, let me break it down for you.

I'm a reference librarian primarily, so I'm typically sitting a lot. I'm also under an air vent, which causes me to get chilly at work. I'll have a nice shirt and slacks paired with dress shoes; I prefer wedges as they provide a lot of support. Plus, they just look cute, especially for the Fall. I do love dressing up and wearing make-up to work. So many people don't, but I just feel more pulled together when I do.

As a huge Kate Spade fan, it's not uncommon to see me wearing some jewelry from the brand. I gravitate mostly toward watches and earrings, and Kate Spade earrings tend to be affordable. At least for a designer brand. The handbags from the line are amazing. They are sturdy and of great quality. I carry a lot of books and notebooks with me (I never know what mood I'm in), so I need a bag with space.

You may already know of my love for all things from the Flower Beauty line of makeup. It's amazing! High quality (like Bobbi Brown quality) at great prices. I little bit of lipstick, some blush, and I'm set. That's on a day when I have to rush to work. On slower mornings, I do the whole shebang: foundation, corrector, brightening powder, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara in addition to the above.  

Yes, I did include reading glasses. But the computer screen resolution at the reference desk is terrible, and when I change it, it always gets changed back. So, reading glasses are needed.

Let's All Have a Tear Fest

Yeah, I'm feeling like this. I kinda have been for a few days now. Why? Well, I didn't get an interview for my dream job. I went to school there, worked in the library there, and still didn't even get an interview for the librarian position. So, it also feels like the school did this to me:

I know they didn't, but it feels like it. What gets me through this is knowing that God does have a plan for my life, even if I can't see it, even if the plans I wanted didn't work out. Trials happen for a reason. We may not like them, we may hate them. God doesn't give us obstacles or horrible situations because He's punishing us. There's always a reason. It may take  years for us to figure it out, but in time we do. For me, I'm learning that He's in control and will take care of me. I'm learning to love my husband far more than I thought possible. Is this a fun situation for me? No. But, I won't despair. I know my Father will get me through it, and usually something better comes along after the pain. He promised that He will never leave nor forsake me, and I know He is truth and will be there.

But, I have had my sob fest. This is what I had along with me:

Just without the candle. And with five more of them. What? I'm having a bad week! :P

It has finally happened!

I'm so very excited! A position has opened up at my dream library! I'm so excited! This is what I have been waiting for for years while I went to grad school. It's at a university: perfection! If I were to get it, I wouldn't start until June. That's the bad part of it. So many months! At least it's here, that's all I can think. I really hope and pray that I get it; I've been praying for years for it. Seriously. 

 The deadline is a long way off. My big worry is my lack of experience since I just graduated. Hopefully, my cover letter will convince them to give me an  interview. The process for hiring in colleges/universities is long. I will definitely keep you all posted on the situation! Wish me luck!

Being a Librarian

It is my deepest desire to be a librarian. I want it with every fiber of my being. I just recently graduated with my MLIS, and I want nothing more than to be a librarian. I don't know what it is about libraries, but I've always been in them. My parents stressed the importance of learning to me my whole life, especially since my mother's an English teacher. I'm starting to look all over the country; a change of location might do me well. I know this is the career for me, and I can't wait to see it happen. I'll continue to post on the progress. Crazy economy cost me my teaching job last May, so I'm hoping something will soon show!