Pics picked for Schmap!!

The other day I got an e-mail from Schmap, an online city guide service, and they wanted to use two of my photos from my Flickr account for their San Antonio edition! Isn't that cool?? Here is the link to their site: SCHMAP

Here is what the e-mail said:

Hi Jess,

I am writing to let you know that two of your photos have been short-listed for inclusion in the fourth edition of our Schmap San Antonio Guide, to be published early February 2008.

While we offer no payment for publication, many photographers are pleased to submit their photos, as Schmap Guides give their work recognition and wide exposure, and are free of charge to readers. Photos are published at a maximum width of 150 pixels, are clearly attributed, and link to high-resolution originals at Flickr.

Best regards,

Emma Williams,
Managing Editor, Schmap Guides

So, here are the links to the two photos that may be used:

Central Library 1

Central Library - San Antonio

So, when the guide is finished, and if my photos are in it (or not) I will post a link!!

The cutest picture!!

This is my nephew Trenton, held by my husband, on Christmas Eve. We gave him a puppy from Build-a-Bear, and when you squeeze its paw it says "Aunt Jessy and Uncle Herb love Trenton." I can't wait to scrapbook this!! It's so cute that I had to share it!

45 Minute Drive!!

We took a drive up to Lovettsville today, just so we could gauge the length of my commute. It took about 45-50 minutes to get there, and from everyone around here says, that's an average commute. The drive up is picturesque, with rolling hills and fenced pastures. The town of Lovettsville is small but homey, with a nice feel to it. We went by the library, which is about 4,500 sq. ft. It was quiet, with most people outside enjoying the unusual January weather. The branch manager was in today, Chuck, so we finally got to meet in person, after a phone interview and a video conference. I also met Kathy, who works the circulation desk. It was great to meet them, and to see where I will be working.

After meeting them, Ken and I headed over to the community center where there was a book sale going on. There I met my assistant, Barbara, and her daughter, and picked up some great books. Chuck bought me a Lovettsville, Virginia t-shirt too, as a welcome gift. It was a great day.

I start work on the 24th, with an orientation in Sterling, VA. Then I head up to Lovettsville the next day.

I just wish I had a place to live. We are still in an efficiency, crammed into one room and both cars. I know the dog hates it, and it's starting to get to me as well. We've been looking for a place to rent for over a week, and have beened passed over on the one application we put in because the other couple applying didn't have a dog. It was a great place too. Oh well. I'm not going to let it stress me out.

Snow, Snow, and more SNOW!!

I have been in Texas way too long! I am freezing up here, and we're only in Indiana! This weekend we will be futher north in Michigan! Right now there is about 6 inches of snow on the ground, so I am glad that I packed my boots. But I need warmer socks, so Wal-Mart here I come. I will post pictures later once they are developed so that you all can see.

Also, check out my other blog for news on my 2nd interview request. I'm so excited! If you have any advice, please e-mail me!!

Catch ya later!

Tomorrow is graduation!

Well, I have left San Antonio for graduation, then North for Christmas, then on to D.C. We are staying at an R.V. park with my parents near TWU. Picked up the tickets for the ceremony, ironed my outfit, picked up my cap and gown. I can't wait until tomorrow. I just hope the weather is better than today. Rainy and grey and cold. Fun!

I'll post pictures of graduation soon!!

I'M DONE WITH SCHOOL!!!

I just turned in my last final exam!! I am so done with school! It's been a long and grueling two years, but totally worth it now that I will officially be a librarian. I can't wait to get out to D.C. and find a job. Check out my other blog for job hunting progress: http://jobhuntinglibrarian.blogspot.com/.

Now, since school is finished, I have to pack up my house, attend graduation, finish the Christmas shopping, visit folks in Michigan, find a place to live in D.C., and get a job! Not too much, eh?

Good-bye San Antonio Public Library!!

Well, tomorrow is my last day working for the Central branch of the San Antonio Public Library. I have been there for 2 1/2 years, working in the Reference and Readers' Advisory department. I had a lot of fun there, working in such a unique place. Here are some pics from my time at SAPL! Enjoy!!