Apr 2, 2021 | A Day In My Life
Occupation: bookmobile clerk If you’re over the age of sixty and are interested in New York theatre, you might remember my name. If you’re under sixty and/or couldn’t give a hoot about live theatre, let alone Tony Awards, then you’re thinking “Julia Who?” That’s fine,...
Mar 30, 2021 | A Day In My Life
What’s a day in my life as the co-owner of both a coffee cart and roastery? Well. . . “Can you read my future? I’ve heard you’re like, a super gifted psychic.” I wish I could say this was the first time a customer had asked me, Harley...
Mar 25, 2021 | A Day In My Life
Hi Everyone! It’s Beck O’Rourke checking in from Beach Reads bookstore and café in sunny Manatee Beach, Florida. I’ve been busy today selling lots of paperbacks to beachgoers and helping out Grammy in the café. It’s spring break down here so we have more customers...
Mar 24, 2021 | A Day In My Life
“La Misteriosa Café, how can I help you?” Nana said as she answered the phone. “Hi abuela, it’s Rosa. Just wanted to let you know that I am going out for a swim and will be heading your way for breakfast shortly after I am done.” She replied. “Que Bueno, nos vemos...
Mar 23, 2021 | A Day In My Life
I must confess. Before responding to the Peach Coast Library’s employment ad, I hadn’t known the small coastal Georgia town existed. But I’m glad I know now. I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, but the opportunity to be a director of community outreach for a...
Mar 19, 2021 | A Day In My Life
It’s Tuesday morning and I’m rushing to catch the Metra train to go downtown. Of course, I have to weave my way around the group of students jogging to the lake front. My neighborhood is home to the University of Chicago and those students seem to love their jogging....
