Hi. Hello. How are you?

Well, it's about time - or so I think...This blog has been in the works for a while I suppose. Along those lines, I'm making it a real-deal now so that there is space & place where I can put groovy "trendwatching" inspiration points for me, you, and yours to enjoy forever more (or something close to it).

A little bit about me: I'm a creative-type making a living as a teen librarian for the Jacksonville Public Library system. When I first entered the library field almost 7 years ago, teen departments didn't exist for the most part. While in library school, I knew that I wanted to work somewhere between Fine Arts and Children's. Then, out of nowhere I fell into and kinda in love with the newly forming teen sector. Add, I also enjoy working for the public library domain because the primary mission/vision here is to support the love of reading no matter what the subject is. We also have the ability (at least in theory) to offer more uncensored materials for inquiring minds and souls.

In hindsight, I now know that I dig all-things-teen because of the spirit which to me feels like the crossroads where the heart of a child is summoned by the journey into adulthood. Working with teens is also a lot of fun when it comes to watching and building upon the rise and fall of trend waves from the mainstream and on the fringe. Add, the heavy influences to be sure come from music, art, and entertainment culture. Also, as a maker-type, I LOVE LOVE LOVE working on all kinds of projects whether it's a book or visual display, program, bookmark, web content, committee work, and so much more. An aside, who would have ever of thought that a gig at a public library could be so creative and fun!

So, this site is dedicated to all of those who are like-minded or just plain interested. My intention is post trends, resources, ideas and ways to apply them to the field in the service of our youth and the greater good. One final note for now, as the teens would say "Rock On" and be sure to contribute when and where you want to too.

Peace Out;)
Library Lady Love