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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 2h

This is so apparent so often.

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Charles Logan @charleswlogan.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

An important reminder and caution from Audrey Watters as we imagine schools beyond Big Tech: turning to the past can be useful - think the Luddites - but that "calls 'to go back' are easily, and indeed far too readily, politically and pedagogically regressive."

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“Generative 'AI' is here to stay." We hear this a lot. But a reminder: this is not a statement of fact. It is an assertion, but it is merely speculation. The future is unwritten – much to the constern...

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

MAY be misguided?? (eye roll and face palm)

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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 · 16/09/2026

First time? Oh wow. Hopefully it won’t be your last.

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

Drawing, especially doodling and abstract drawing/painting, crocheting, pursuing whimsy when I feel like it and caring less and less if it makes me come off as weird.

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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 · 08/09/2026

I feel like I would recognize hell. I don’t even know what this is. It’s like something straight out of a dystopian novel.

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

That’s essentially what learning is and school librarians help students learn how to learn. It’s always been my driving motivation. The saddest thing over the years has been seeing so many willingly abdicate the ability to genuinely learn. There are no shortcuts or fast tracks to learning.

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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 · 07/09/2026

Learning is an active process requiring sincere and persistent engagement, ideally through tactile actions. Turning a page in a book activates in the brain differently than scrolling. There are TONS of benefits from tech and digital resources, but it’s just not the same as hands on for most people.

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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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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

It’s also why mindsets and behaviors are hard to change. Not impossible, but you can’t ever unlearn something. You have to make a new neural pathway, i.e., learn around it.

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

When we encounter new information, our brains create a neural pathway for that information and it keeps trying to keep that connection, even if it’s wrong. First impressions, misinformation…our brains can’t help but be impacted.

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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 · 05/09/2026

During orientation classes with students, I do 2 Truths and a Lie and when one of the options is that I once had magenta hair, it usually throws them for a second.

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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

Nice to meet you. I’m How I’m Doing Depends on the Day, not to be confused with my alter ego Depends on the Hour.

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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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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 · 04/09/2026

I like the “vampire rules” part. It describes it perfectly.

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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 · 01/09/2026

One tour guide at a small college even made a point to say that since entry level jobs always ask for multiple years of experience and they, as students, were able to say the did actually have experience. Also, it makes me think of the value of vocational schools. The more hands on, the better.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I saw this today, as well. With one high school senior and a year of college searches under our belts, I had noticed a number of schools emphasizing how they help support internships and work experience for their students. It’s definitely a trend that I was pleased to see.

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

into the school year and we need a midweek dinner break, I thaw a package and throw it in the oven. Most of the prep work was done and I (as well as my family) get to enjoy a freshly baked dinner with half the hassle. Hope this is helpful to someone!

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

First I mix the raw ingredients. Today was 4 double portions of meatloaf. (With 3 teens, maximizing portions is key) Then we vacuum pack the portions and write with a sharpie what they are and the date. I lay them flat to freeze for easy long-term storage. Then, when it’s 2 months

A large silver restaurant tray has a meat mixture in one quarter of it. Also pictured is portion of the mixture is in a bag.

Four bags of the meat mixture ate stacked on top of each other on a counter.

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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 · 30/08/2026

Wait until you find out about women’s jeans.

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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 · 24/08/2026

I have a growing collection of doodles and drawings that I make in an app and I have intentionally NOT deleted the ones that look bad because I want to see all of my progress. It doesn’t have to all look perfect for me to remember that even for the bad ones, when I was making it, it felt good.

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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 · 21/08/2026

I’m definitely going to try both @leaflet.pub and @mu.social out. Thanks sharing.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

you’re the kid.” We’re all in this environment. Sometimes we don’t have control or a choice. Sometimes we do. That’s for ANYthing in life, not just tech. But, if we’re successful, we arm students with the ability to make those judgments for themselves.

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

There are limitations to living in a society. We have to operate in it while also making changes or working to make change wherever we can. We can’t be perfect and can’t expect our students to be either. Sometimes we have to compromise to keep moving forward. As you said, it’s not “I’m the adult and

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TheMeriLibrarian @bemeredith.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Thank you for having the feed. It was a nice place to turn to, but the reality is we all have to be in charge of lifting up good and nice things. The more we put out into the the world, the better and it DOES make a difference. Thank you.

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

Love the mix of patterns and color choices.

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

I can hear that shirt in my head haha

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

And also, she looks fantastic kicking ass in the show.

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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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