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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I like cream cheese. I also like sushi. I do not want them together.

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Oh, wow - just had a vision for a lesson - Bring a blender in. Bring in some fresh fruit, some steak, some junk food. "Each of these has a different nutritional value. Some of it is better for you than other bits. These are like pieces of information on the internet." 1/ #TLSky #EduSky

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Elle Cordova @ellecordova.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Back on my literary bullshit #SylviaPlath

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Watching Supergirl tonight and I FELT it when she screamed into outer space but there was no sound.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today is the day I avoid the news. I don’t watch or listen. Somehow, over the years, it’s gotten harder, not easier. I was fortunate to not lose anyone close to me that day, but the impact of the events and aftermath and my proximity to NYC seems to compound each year. So, I guard myself today.

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Elle Cordova @ellecordova.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I am the very model of a modern day typographer A font take on the tune “Modern Major General” by Gilbert & Sullivan #typography #fonts #graphicdesign

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I’m reminded of my inspiration for becoming a school librarian. It was “Seeking Meaning” by Dr. Carol Kuhlthau. Library and info science is not just finding information, it’s deriving and applying meaning.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Sharing some graphics that I made last year for my school library. They are free to anyone who wants to try them. I'm sharing them as a part of launching my Patreon. Everything is free at the moment. Please enjoy and share/use responsibly.

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Explore Libraries Graphics - FREE | TheMeriLibrarian

I created these graphics last year for my library. They are FREE to download, use, and modify. Enjoy!

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I’ve created a new favorite way to refer to my aging graying hair. Husband pointed out my silver hairs in the sunlight and I said, “Those are my Wisdom Hairs” and he said, “Aw honey, it goes with my Wisdom Beard” to which I replied “And your Ancient Sage Sideburns.”

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Duuude, just wait until you find out about Library of Congress cataloguing. Mind will truly be blown.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

You know it’s going to be an extra special episode of Midsomer Murders when a character from the US is featured. The actors work so hard for their accents.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

What is life without giving new things a try. Apparently I can't help myself and thought starting a Patreon might be a interesting new venture that I really don't have time for. Let's have some fun.

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A Renaissance Woman | TheMeriLibrarian

So often I think I want to write, but then get lost in trying to figure out exactly what is begging to be released from my brain. Do I want

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Gloria Steinem blazed paths for many. Losing giants like her, Dolly Parton and others is sad, but what I am most reminded of in times like these, is that their work is meant to be an example of who we all can be. The best way to honor their legacies is to continue them.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I’m playing catch up on It’s a Superpower?? and was listening to episode 4 today. Within the first 5 minutes I was literally laughing out loud in my car. I definitely needed that laugh today, too. Thanks @thedailytism.com

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

For those who do big batch cooking to freeze portions, here’s a tip you might like: I used to premake meatloafs and meatballs to freeze and pull out for easy dinners. I missed having the freshly cookked finished product. So, last year I tried something new. It worked so well, I did it again!

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I remember listening to the podcast Dolly Parton’s America and in one episode, a person talked about seeing a Dolly Parton concert and adoringly stated “that majestic bitch just started playing a goddamn pan flute.” She was indeed one majestic bitch and the world was lucky to have her for a time.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Last big binge before the school year starts has been a rewatch of Veep and holy fuck it’s still enjoyable and also unnerving to watch.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I’ve seen posts complaining about how in Ride or Die, Hannah Waddingham’s face was altered a lot to make her look younger. People need to actually know what they’re talking about. It’s a flashback to 25 years ago. They made her look younger for the scene. Everything else, she has looked normal.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Speaking of songs and ear worms, it’d be great if commercials would stop using old pop songs. The ones where words are changed to integrate pharmaceuticals are especially painful for me to hear. They literally make my insides hurt. Can we go back to original jingle writers? Thanksomuch.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

I laughed out loud more than once in the first several minutes alone of It’s a Superpower from @thedailytism.com. I can’t wait for the next episode and might honestly re-listen to the first later today.

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The Federal Government shouldn't decide what your family can read. But that's what they're trying to do! EL made it easy to tell Congress to reject the Federal Book Ban Bills. Take action now! #library #libraries via @everylibrary.bsky.social #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibraries stopfederalbookbans.us

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We made it easy to take these four actions to fight against HR 7661 and S 4925. Stand up for your right to read!

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Watching the newest season of Trying and the writing is so snappy and good. “I’m a woman. I’m an expert in relaxing whilst remaining on high alert to danger.” It’s just perfect.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We all know there’s going to be a day when some kid says, “I was named after a what?” And so, young Jimothy will learn the origin of his namesake.

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Dr. Stephanie @punkrockscience.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

I just saw a meme that said “get in losers, we’re reclaiming the emdash”. People. PEOPLE. Where are your STANDARDS? It CLEARLY should be “get in, losers — we’re reclaiming the em dash.”

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Teen has been washing their own sport uniform this past year asked for help with a different type of laundry. I put the detergent in and he asked “Are you supposed to add that every time?” Me: Have you not been using detergent every time?? Him: I thought it was in there and it just dispensed it. 🤦‍♀️

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

This is a SUPER-IMPORTANT #TechLiteracy lesson for your students - and your staff!! We've often said nothing goes away on the Internet - and now any anonymity you thought you had is also compromised. Particularly important for students who love to troll. /end #TLSky #EduSky #SchoolLibrarians

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Some years ago, I realized that what students/people need in order to be life-long learners in the Internet age wasn’t all that complicated or new. They need to be able to ask good questions, stay curious, and be unafraid to challenge their own thoughts. Now with generative AI… nothing’s changed.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Oh Wordle can fuck all the way off today.

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Steve "It's TAY-tro" Tetreault @drtlovesbooks.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

This does a good job of summing it up. #AiIsTheProblem #TecLiteracy

Side-by-side images and quotes; on the left, Sam Altman is quoted as saying: "We are deploying responsibly developed Al to liberate humanity from menial labor and usher in an era of unparalleled creativity and abundance."
On the right, Naomi Klein is quoted as saying: "You ingested the entire written output of human civilization without consent, without compensation, and without credit, to build a system whose primary commercial application is eliminating the jobs of the people whose work you consumed. You are not liberating human creativity - you are strip-mining it and selling it back at a markup while calling the theft 'training data."

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

You can tell my ADHD meds haven’t kicked in yet because I went in to my browser to search something, made a typo which made me think of something amusing, spent 3 minutes following that amusing thought process, drafted a post about it, reconsidered, deleted it and then started a game on my phone.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

It’s been a while since I watched actual TV and did you know that CNBC is airing a live fine art auction? I don’t know why this is so bizarre to me, but I am cracking myself up and my husband thinks I’ve lost my mind.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I already have too many voices talking to me, I don’t need another one, thanks.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I mean…. the towel was thrown in a while back so

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I did actually want to watch some soccer tonight. Anyone know of a good game on?

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Rain @simplyrain.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I got to have some critical conversations about school librarianship today! EVERY learner in EVERY public school DESERVES a licensed school librarian!

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I don’t know how much more I can take.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I just… I mean. This is a crazy game, right?

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

If you’re watching the game and hearing Thorfinn narrate everything the Norwegians do (particularly Haaland), you’re my people.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Who decided that ref was a good choice

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Me (not a big sports person): starts narrating the history of the players and refs, knows which teams are more handsy than others, who upset who and believes that these pitches have seen more dramatic falls than a room full of soap opera actors.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Sorry, I’m late to all the Cabo Verde love. I had to keep pausing the game for popcorn and then to watch the lightening and rain. But, yes, they were amazing.

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Emily M. Bender @emilymbender.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Lots of folks replying to this here (and elsewhere) objecting to "undesirable output" as a replacement for "hallucination". Most of the alternative sugestions miss a really key point:

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

When do kids outgrow the stage where you are resting and do absolutely nothing, but the second you get up to do a thing, they instantly need you? When do they take your advice to plan ahead and check the list twice for themselves so you don’t have to abandon your afternoon plans? That sort of stuff.

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