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Library Refreshment

Wednesday, June 14, 2023


A stop as you pass a library,
On whim, or a trip necessary,
Will likely provide,
With what was supplied,
A pause that’s beyond ordinary

Has visiting a library refreshed you?

Improvement! 
More upward trajectory for Bob’s healing.
Hooray!

The Big First Outing was to our Library.
No surprise there.

It did get me thinking about
Some of my bike trips and
Library involvement.

In 2018, riding a commercial ride with the
“Nancy and Ken” company,
We rode a loop around part of Lake Michigan.

With an afternoon of free time in Houghton, MI,
I went to Public Library with some questions.
Librarian told me they have LOTS of
Cyclists stop by the Library,
As they ride through town.

Perfect place to get questions answered.
Usually, welcoming.
Has a bathroom available. 
Can use a computer.
Local person behind desk can suggest food places.
Often air-conditioned on hot day.

Out of the rain on a rainy day.
Can get thumbnail sketch about the area.
Hear of road construction en route out of city.
Learn what those unusual, reoccurring shapes indicate.
Have a short-term audience for recounting bike trip adventures.
Can even read newspaper, if willing to break single focus “Zen” of ride.

I’m always happy to come across this resource.

What other “perks” have you found in some Library stop?
Let me know.

Hugs.
Lin

Winona’s library: oldest still used in MN! – April 7, 2017
Cheyenne WY, home of “Frontier Days” boasts a collection of “Art Boots.” This one is by the Public Library. – Aug. 16, 2016
Bob and Sanibel Public Library FL – March 2019
Such a beautiful building! Lin in Milwaukee Public Library – June 2018
Cazenovia Public Library, Cazenovia, NY – August 2021
Main, original library room, complete with a portrait of Andrew Carnegie. Gorgeous, precious wood! –  August 2021
Lin Bruce
 

Lin McLaughlin Bruce uses stories of her cross-country bicycle adventures post age 60 to inspire and encourage people to reach beyond perceived limitations. In her words, "It's never too late to say 'yes' to bigger things!"

Leslie Schultz - June 14, 2023

These are wonderful photos of libraries! (I have a particular fondness for the stacks of the Winona Public Library.)

And so very good to know Bob is on the road to wellness!

Love, Leslie

Patsy - June 14, 2023

So good to see Bob back in one of his favorite places! I’ve been thinking about both of you, hoping for this healing, since I first heard of the accident.

With love,
Patsy

Hope - June 14, 2023

So good to see Bob on your outing to the library.
I too have visited lots of libraries on bike trips especially in 2005 before I even owned a computer. I depended on libraries to stay in touch with family and friends via email. I now travel with a lap top, an iPad and a cell phone on bike trips.
At home I frequent 2 libraries for educational programs, to check out books and to access audio books via Libby.
💙Hope

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