I struggled with yesterday's #reverb10 prompt. That struggle combined with spending Saturday in a meeting resulted in my response being pushed back to today. December 11th's prompt was:11 things. What are 11 things your life doesn't need in 2011? How will you go about eliminating them? How will getting rid of these 11 things change … Continue reading Seeking balance at work
Wisdom in a feeling
#reverb10 prompt for December 10th: Wisdom. What was the wisest decision you made this year, and how did it play out?The wisest decision I made in 2010 was to apply for a job I had a gut feeling was a good fit for me. At the time I applied I wasn't even really sure I … Continue reading Wisdom in a feeling
Contrary to popular belief librarians do know how to party
Today's #reverb10 prompt: Party. What social gathering rocked your socks off in 2010? Describe the people, music, food, drink, clothes, shenanigans.OLA Super Conference 2010 was the best work related gathering in 2010. This conference was the first library focused conference I attended. The level of enthusiasm, the roar of the vendor floor, the sessions I … Continue reading Contrary to popular belief librarians do know how to party
Beautifully different heritage
Prompt: Beautifully different. Think about what makes you different and what you do that lights people up. Reflect on all the things that make you different - you'll find they're what make you beautiful.The heritage field is filled with differences all of which have the potential to compliment and learn from each other. Academic historians, … Continue reading Beautifully different heritage
Connecting with Heritage and Beyond
Prompt: Community. Where have you discovered community, online or otherwise, in 2010? What community would you like to join, create or more deeply connect with in 2011?In 2010 I discovered and further explored a number of communities:-This year through twitter I became more connected with heritage professionals. This sense of connectedness was a huge help … Continue reading Connecting with Heritage and Beyond
Constructing a reading list
Today’s Prompt for #reverb10: December 6 – Make. What was the last thing you made? What materials did you use? Is there something you want to make, but you need to clear some time for it? (Author: Gretchen Rubin)I've been struggling with today's prompt since this morning. The most recent thing I've made is chocolate … Continue reading Constructing a reading list
Letting go of built heritage
The December 5th #reverb10 prompt is: Let Go. What (or whom) did you let go of this year? Why?A number of Ontario communities let go of valuable built heritage this year. Old buildings have been damaged by neglect, torn down by cities, or 'renovated' in the name of modernization. Earlier this year the Heritage Canada … Continue reading Letting go of built heritage
Finding Wonder in Natural Heritage
The fourth #reverb10 prompt is: Wonder. How did you cultivate a sense of wonder in your life this year?In the past year I have renewed my appreciation for Canada's natural heritage and beauty. In the past I have often over looked natural heritage for more man made history. A few of the natural heritage sites … Continue reading Finding Wonder in Natural Heritage
Inspiring Heritage Moments
Today's #reverb10 prompt is : Moment. Pick one moment during which you felt most alive this year. Describe it in vivid detail (texture, smells, voices, noises, colors).I have adjusted the prompt slightly to include moments where I have felt the most inspired and alive by events relating to history and heritage.One of the most inspiring … Continue reading Inspiring Heritage Moments
Public History Writing
The #reverb10 prompt for December 2nd is focused on writing, specifically: What do you do each day that doesn’t contribute to your writing — and can you eliminate it? I do an innumerable amount of things that don't contribute to my writing about public history. Procrastination, perfectionism, and over analyzing things to name a few. … Continue reading Public History Writing