Kick-ass librarians. After speaking at the American Library Association's midwinter meeting this year, you must be aware, Jason, that librarians are some of the coolest people on the planet. With all of the time I spent in public libraries growing up, I already knew this, but now that I have switched careers (see reason 310) I get to witness such awesomeness on a regular basis. A few weeks ago I wrapped up a year-long library media endorsement program at the University of Washington and today I passed a grueling on-line multiple choice test, which means Washington state officially recognizes me as one of those kick-ass librarians I referenced a few sentences ago. I don't know how it's possible, but I am even cooler today than I was yesterday, all because of a little piece of paper. Just think, Jason, how many incredible librarians I could introduce you to if we were besties. I mean, you haven't partied until you've spent Friday night with a bunch of censorship-hating bibliophiles, drinking beer, eating triple chocolate cake, and watching a couple of dogs play tug of war in the backyard. Don't even get me started on the raucous games of Cards Against Humanity! I'm blushing just thinking about some of the perverse cards that were thrown down on my dining room table last week. Of course, I have met a few less-than-stellar librarians in my lifetime (I'm talking about you, cranky lady at the Newport Way branch who wouldn't let me use the phone to call my mom for a ride home), but thankfully they seem to be few and far between. So, the next time you're in town I promise to introduce you to some of my colleagues who consistently blow my mind with their passion, innovation and dedication to this profession of mine. Just promise me you'll brush up on your knowledge of Dewey beforehand. I'd hate for you to feel left out when all of us start cracking jokes about MARC records and you think we're talking about Mr. Antony's latest album.
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