Traveling to Sudbury

We are about a week away from traveling north to Sudbury Ontario. We’ve never been there and that’s the charm of going. It’s going to be our 40th wedding anniversary and my wife wanted to visit a new place. So we’re off to Sudbury. It’s on about the same latitude as Escanaba Michigan which is … Read more

Learning Git

I’ve had a GitHub and GitLab account for a number of years and I even have some code and other files on those sites.  Now I’m finally learning how to use Git. I’m part of a writers group that will soon be publishing our content using Git and I figured that maybe I ought to … Read more

Why Public Libraries are Essential for Community Learning and Development

Public libraries significantly promote literacy and provide access to books and other resources that help individuals learn and grow. For mothers of small children, especially those who are learning how to read, public libraries are a valuable resource that can significantly benefit both mothers and their children. This blog will discuss how public libraries are … Read more

The Library as a Creative Hub: Exploring New Roles in the Age of Broadband Access

Public libraries have been a staple of communities for generations, serving as a place for individuals to access knowledge, literature, and resources they may not have had access to otherwise. However, with the rapid rise of technology, public libraries have become much more than a simple repository of books. In many small communities, public libraries … Read more

Belonging

Belonging, oh belongingWhat a precious thing you areTo feel at home, to feel at easeTo know you’re not too far From those who know and love youFrom those who share your heartFrom those who know your storyAnd have been with you from the start Belonging, oh belongingA sense of true connectionA feeling of acceptanceA place … Read more

Rhymes for a Cause: The Fight Against Gun Violence Through Poetry

In halls where whispers echo loud, A deafening silence fills the crowd. Lawmakers sit, their voices stilled, While blood of innocents is spilled. A mother’s tears, a father’s screams, Yet nothing ripples peaceful dreams. The vote postponed, the topic changed, Their hands remaining tightly chained. The thunderous bangs in schools resound, Lives lost, while answers … Read more

How Creative Commons Licensing Can Help Build Your Brand and Reputation

Creative Commons licensing is an excellent way to share your creations with others while still retaining control over how they are used. There are many benefits to using Creative Commons licensing, some of which we’ll explore in this article. First and foremost, Creative Commons licensing allows others to use your work without having to ask … Read more

Creating a Better World with Compassion, Caring, and Empathy

Compassion, caring, and empathy are important qualities that can lead to success in every aspect of life. When you show understanding and kindness towards others, you create a positive environment that encourages people to feel good about themselves and the situations they encounter. In order to succeed in today’s world, it is important to have … Read more