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Footnote of Myself |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA 
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There was no internet in those days. There was the library, the cards files, And the Dewey Decimal System . . . I never complained that the system was too slow. There was no language of gigabytes and crashes, Just the elegant oaken file cabinets, and a human face With an official smile, looking up and out Above the lenses of black, plastic rimmed glasses, And the ethic of quietness dutifully honored . . . One day Mr. Beryl, the hunchback Librarian, looked at me curiously, and said, Young man, I see a book or two in you . . . What was it? the gab? my irrepressible tongue? Or was it the hours and hours spent in the catacombs, Among Whitman and his brethren . . . |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
I had a part time job with Mr. Beryl as a repairer of old books, and restoring the titles with a special pen that used indelible ink. Oh, how I remember those hours of solitude in the basement of the library, reading and repairing books among the ghosts who looked over my shoulders, as I would steal a moment to read. I remember discovering Pearl S. Buck, and how it was a new beginning in literature and history, that continues to unfold unto this very day. Art [This message has been edited by gilead (11-25-2010 09:23 PM).] |
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JerryPat Senior Member
since 2010-10-30
Posts 1991Louisiana/America |
You, Sir, have lived good. 'Nuff said. . . . and the Raven said, %!~#&(&#!$! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
enjoyed your memories. jo |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thank you, JerryPat and latearrival---it is good to have good memories. Best wishes, Art |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
Oh dear, how I miss the elegant oaken file cabinets and having to search down in the basement for an old magazine article needed for a research project. Thank you for reminding me of days gone past. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ah, the scent of a library... It's good to see you again, Gilead. I have missed you! |
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s1nfully_1nn0c3nt Senior Member
since 2003-10-26
Posts 1105Watertown, NY |
Enjoyed your trip down memory lane.  -Trina. |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Nice. It's amazing how the smallest of gestures or words stick to the mind. As a teacher I have to constantly keep that in mind when talking to a student. I think your librarian knew what he was saying. "We'll chase them like rats across the tundra." [This message has been edited by Andrew Scott (11-26-2010 02:58 PM).] |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thank you Earl! It is good to connect with others with shared memories that are fond and unforgettable. Art |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thanks so much, Sunshine; it is comforting to know you have a home to come to, and knowing you're more than welcome from every journey! Art |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Hello, Trina. It was good to have you walk with me down the lane. Best wishes, Art |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
Thanks for your generous comment, Andrew. It is good to know when there's a teacher in the room---I'll watch my grammar, my deportment, and do my best! Art |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Ha! No worries! Whil in this here blew hauls im moor about tha qwalitee of content then grammer and department stores. Thar ain't much shoppin' ta be done in here anyways.  "We'll chase them like rats across the tundra." |
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gilead Senior Member
since 2008-03-10
Posts 1067nevada, USA |
ha ha! love it! Your comment is a poem! Thanks --- Art |
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threadbear Senior Member
since 2008-07-10
Posts 817Indy |
Hi, Art! The words of learning are written in lines of experience upon our faces. After a time, I guess we're supposed to get used it.  You definitely know how to hone your craft, my friend, Jeff |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Fine writing, it takes me to the days for libraries, cabinets, log books at the entrance. Vigilant librarian and much more. "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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