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MommySJ

@mommysj.bsky.social
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(she/her) Unapologetic Librarian. Mom to a human. Servant of 2 cats. Reader. DIYer. Overthinker. Collector of rubber ducks. MN, USA

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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 3h
I am working from home today. So far I have responded to 15 emails, gotten my kid to school, trimmed the front bushes, answered 4 reference questions, and now I'm going to work on converting files to PDF/A while I clean my home office area. This is a nice change of pace.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Has anyone read "The Circle" by Eggers? I am a uncomfortable. share.google/3aO5KIihToi4...
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The Circle (Eggers novel) - Wikipedia
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Jess Nevins @jessnevins.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Alas, poor fucking Yorick.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
This morning my coffee was hot, my book at a pivotal plot point, and the entire upstairs was devoid of family members. What a relaxing and joyous way to start my Sunday! Love you all!
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Suzanne Karr Schmidt @drkarrschmidt.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Don't mind if I do
Bathroom graffiti wall with a postcard of a pleasant landscape with the words "Have a panic attack. You've earned it.".
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
We have 3 social events scheduled for this weekend. That is... ::counts:: ...three too many events for my current social battery level. I have only promised to do two of them. So maybe I can duck out of the third.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I just had a really lovely, long conversation with a work friend. He made my Friday. That is all.
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SK Winnicki, PhD 🏳️‍⚧️ @skwinnicki.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This is an excellent resource for anyone who supervises trans+ folks doing fieldwork but, also, many of these recommendations are applicable well beyond fieldwork, for anyone leading, supervising, mentoring, employing, or otherwise collaborating with trans+ colleagues I highly recommend it:
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Hey all, what are you focusing on to keep a spark of joy in your lives? I am seriously teetering on the brink of existential burn-out and I need something positive to focus on. Bring me your serotonin boosts!
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
All I want is to be able to afford my home, utilities, insurance, gas, vehicle, food, routine medical things, and once a year take my kid and hubby on a week-long vacation. Why does this seem like so much to ask?
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Martha Hickson @sassylibrarian.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Please share with your networks this outstanding condemnation of censorship from NJ. www.mycentraljersey.com/story/opinio...
mycentraljersey.com
Central Jersey doesn't need a culture war over books | Editorial
Disputes over library books and programs are pulling Somerset and Hunterdon communities into a divisive culture war.
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M Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
THIS 👇 HERE.......
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Micah @rincewind.run · 18/09/2026
Discworld QOTD, from Wintersmith
It was lonely on the hill, and cold. And all you could do was keep going. You could scream, cry, and stamp your feet, but apart from making you feel warmer, it wouldn’t do any good. You could say it was unfair, and that was true, but the universe didn’t care because it didn’t know what “fair” meant. That was the big problem about being a witch. It was up to you. It was always up to you.
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Ben Abrahamse @babrahamse.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
once again: the reason we have libraries is to keep librarians off the streets where they cause trouble
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Someone asked me earlier today what I would consider a "life-changing" amount of money. My answer: $45,000 tax-free. It would pay off our 2nd mortgage, and allow us to take a much-needed family vacation without worrying about the cost of food and travel. If you're willing, what's your number?
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I love my child and my husband, and also there are days when I miss being single and accountable to no one.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
White text on a red nebula galaxy background reads: GOOD NIGHT. May tomorrow bring excellent coffee, unexpected money, and absolutely no character-building experiences.
Credit to Lisa Labrador, Instagram handle BoheimanFig
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WholesomeMemes @wholesomememe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Today I am surviving, not thriving. Send good healing vibes. I love you all. #GonnaGetThroughThis #OneDayAtATime
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Difficult things are difficult. Do something today that brings you joy my friends. I am going to go stick my bare feet in the river for a bit.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Ren Faire today. Parasol for the witchy, shaded win!
Woman in glasses and a dark red top is shaded by a black parasol with witchy/pagan symbols.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
I enrolled in a course about 8 months ago for this fall. I was so excited now that we're into week 2, but today I realized now just isn't the best time for this. I am so disappointed, but I am spread too thin and this is the thing that has to give.
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Michelle @michelleroy78.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Pretty much the same promise as a $5000 check. 🤥
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I just want to ignore the world and read my books.
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Natalie V. @nvbinder.io · 09/09/2026
Libraries are so cool
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Stressed. Depressed. On the verge of a head cold. Oof. I don't want to do today. But up I get and away I go.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
I didn't realize how tense I have been. I am feeling exhausted tonight and I am looking forward to going to bed.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Was planning to take a half day today so I could run some errands and do some chores. BUT... life happens, so I'm only taking 2 hours off and going home to do some chores and read.
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N Sims @copyrightlibn.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This is particularly relevant for the Twin Cities which has had weird weather today, but also everybody else. The reason your weather apps are getting glitchier, is bc. NOAA got eviscerated and can't sample atmospheric conditions as much. The data is worse for everybody.
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avidreader8.bsky.social @avidreader8.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
#booksky #books #Kindleunlimited #thriller #suspense #romance #novels #geopolitical #mythological #darkromance #women #contemporary #fiction #fantasy #crime #amazon #sifi #readingcommunity #writingcommunity #author #readers #indie
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Carole King @carolekingofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
As we elders, our daughters, and our granddaughters continue the fight for power, equality, and respect, we hold you in our hearts with love and gratitude. Rest in peace and power, Gloria Steinem. 🤍
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Gloria Steinem, Personification of the Women’s Movement, Dies at 92 (Gift Article)
She challenged sexist assumptions, helping women develop a sense of self-worth and gain a measure of equality at work, at home and in society at large.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
It's Thursday! What is one thing you are going to do to make your day a little happier/brighter?
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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
WHAT IS HAPPENING
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Micah @rincewind.run · 02/09/2026
it's not an exaggeration to say that jk rowling is the world's most powerful and prominent transphobe outside of elon musk it's easy to not buy a tesla and it's easy to not watch the harry potter tv show
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
First day of the semester! I'm already tired but there is still much to do before I can go home. It's nice to have all the students back on campus.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Days 4, 5 ,6, 7, and 8 of requesting to become part of Canada got missed because I am trying to keep my head above water. Canada, take our land and taxes and let us in please!
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Hello Monday! Gonna take this day and make it mine. Started with coffee, doing a trial run for back-to-school tomorrow, and answering a boatload of email. This afternoon is expense reports, website code, and more email. Hope you all are well!
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Dear faculty, Libraries everywhere are under-funded. Especially your institutional library. Please do not request that your library purchase an expensive resource, get confirmation that it has been purchased, and then tell them that you won't be needing or using it. We cannot get that money back.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I am not ready to face this day. I am exhausted and I have a headache. Gonna slam the rest of my coffee and some ibuprofen and hope for the best.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Day 3 of Minnesota Nice-ly asking for my state to become part of Canada. #Ope #JustWannaLeaveTheUS
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Day 2 of requesting that #Canada make Minnesota its 11th province. #AnnexMinnesota
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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
This. Libraries are places where HUMANS with EDUCATION and EXPERTISE help you navigate information and connect you with resources. Data centers are warehouses. Libraries are not warehouses. They can be repositories, but they don't just store. They're alive. Support the fuck out of the PEOPLE.
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ReadingDanger @readingdanger.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Is there a solid single website article / website dedicated to explaining why giving money to J.K. Rowling is a problem *that's aimed at people who are far out of the loop*? I'm still looking, but wanted to ask in case there's an obvious answer.
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hark! a hellcat @harkahellcat.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
and when I can't drive anymore I will get out, close the car door, walk the edge of the forest, take up a large branch to be whittled into a staff, and vanish into the depths of the wood to begin a new, enigmatic life
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
All I want for the coming holidays is for Canada to make Minnesota its newest province.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
I just want our proxy server certificate to be valid and not throw errors in one browser but not another. Is this a big ask for our system admins? I don't feel like it's unreasonable. Really, I just want faculty to stop yelling at me and my team for something we don't control.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Oh to be a cat, napping on dry towels draped over a chair.
A Balinese cat curled up and sleeping on an orange and red floral beach towel.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
My day started out so well... and then I got into work. The SSL certificate for our proxy server expired. I am not sys admin, so while I am fully capable of fixing the problem myself, I am now waiting for someone in IT to answer my ticket request.
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MommySJ @mommysj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Good morning! I awoke in a warm cocoon of blankets and was loathe to get up. So here is wishing you a joyous moment of comfort today!
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Ducking Grey Duck @duckinggreyduck.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Twin Citizens: I would like to get quotes from contractors that can build BOTH decks and fences. Ridgeline Fence & Deck is an obvious one, but I'd like multiple quotes. Does anyone have leads on someone that can do both? The plan I have in mind really needs one-stop shopping.
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