Dr Lavoie’s Natural Recipes For Intimacy and Well-Being

This Valentine’s Day explore natural alternatives to personal lubricants. This blog post contains content intended for a mature audience. It explores themes related to intimacy, sexual wellness, and adult health. The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only. Continue reading Dr Lavoie’s Natural Recipes For Intimacy and Well-Being

The Tree Spirits: The Story Behind the Story

Before I share the story behind the story, here’s a synopsis of The Tree Spirits Investigative journalist Gregory Gault never expected his latest assignment to put a target on his back. He’s uncovered a chilling conspiracy—a secret alliance of U.S. and Russian power players orchestrating an economic war to force Denmark to sell Greenland and Canada to surrender the provinces west and north of Manitoba. … Continue reading The Tree Spirits: The Story Behind the Story

Overcoming Age Bias in Technology Instruction

While I’m updating this website, I want to share this article to encourage anyone over age 45 who may be considering a second career in librarianship or information technology. Of course, you can do it. You may even change the way society views “older adults” and technology. You may even become the next Marian Croak. The following is an excerpt from a research proposal that … Continue reading Overcoming Age Bias in Technology Instruction

Library Gardening Programs: an Informal Learning Experience

Motivated by the COVID-19 pandemic protocols, in August 2020, I embarked on what I believed at that time would be a relatively simple project.   My goal was to provide a more amenable outdoor seating area at a small public library branch by renovating its Reading Garden and landscaping outside the main entrance.  However, to justify the expense of purchasing plants, shrubs, and soil, my Manager … Continue reading Library Gardening Programs: an Informal Learning Experience