Blatherskite

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I am a Children’s Librarian living in the Portland, Oregon area. When I am not Children’s Librianing I like to play with cameras and film. I also like playing the ukulele, knitting, sketching, and hiking.

Tag: Current Events

  • What’s going on

    A Plane disappears over the Atlantic Ocean. How frightening! I found this article fascinating. It ask, “what is a city trying to tell you?” I’ve often wondered that about the various cities I’ve lived in. I wonder that about Spokane all the time. I have definate feelings about living here but am not sure what…

  • What’s going on

    WA State has it’s first suicide via the Death with Dignity law. This was a frightening story about an internet stalker. These are great photos that look like they might have been Photoshopped but were not. Obama’s picks Sonia Sotomayer for Supreme Court Justice. I am pleased. This, however, is disappointing. C’mon California! Get with…

  • What’s Going On

    I thought this look into Kerouac‘s “other” writing fascinating. Dude. I think I’m going with insane. The oldest man to summit Everest is from Spokane. And he did it Tuesday. Has the missing link been found?

  • What’s Going On

    This is a really sad local story. It especially hits home for me since the man who hit me was also an elderly person. And while I have forgiven the person who hit me (I know he didn’t mean to do it and I’m sure he feels awful) I do feel that he should not…

  • What’s going on

    This is worth a read. It’s President Obama’s first 100 days, Facebook style! Yikes. I’m bordering between “this is nuts” and “wow. I’m impressed!” maybe a little of both? An option for nontheists who don’t participate in the National Day of Prayer.