As a general rule, librarians are a kick in the pants socially, often full of good humor, progressive, and, naturally, well read.-Bill Hall

Finals time is here! So, I decided to take my procrastination and reminiscing to the blog. As you can imagine, the classes in Albany for Library Science are diverse in age range (not so much in gender). So, after settling in the first semester, I can say that I have a handful of very good librarian friends. Starting from the top left is Jamie, Me, Amy, Hilary, and Tara.
Tara has been particularly good at getting everyone together for lunch, shopping, etc. Two weeks ago we all got together at her house while her parents were in Florida. You know the saying... when the cats are away.... So we all took a short trip to Kinderhook.
Kinderhook is a small Dutch town that was home to our eighth President, Martin Van Buren, It is also the home of the man who the story of "Ichabod Crane" is based on. We went on a mini-historical tour, coutesy of our hostess Tara. There was also a house that Benedict Arnold was held in after he was captured. Very quaint town.

We made diner together, ate outside, and chatted by a little bonfire out in Tara's backyard. The next morning we walked along Main Street and had a nice breakfast at a diner. Next week we're going to "Bombers"on Lark for some Mexican to celebrate one year down! I am sure dad is familiar with Lark Street:) Aunt Theresa also became acquainted with the street when she came to visit me (think sushi!) So it should be a good time:)


For some reason I can't upload the pictures of Ichabod's schoolhouse, the bonfire, or Martin Van Buren's grave site. So, I'll try later. This is a preview of coming attractions...