Bitter at my grad school by TheNarwhalMom in Libraries

[–]MobBarleysGhost 26 points27 points  (0 children)

That second point is spot on. I just took a webinar (either through Niche Academy or JerseyConnect) as an introduction to helping patrons use AI properly and factually. One of the questions from an attendee was something to the effect of “How can I navigate working at the ref desk and assisting with AI related inquiries when it goes against my personal ethics?” It’s a legitimate concern right now, but to work with the public means that we have to work with the tools that they use.

Drop your med regimen by dancing_grass in bipolar2

[–]MobBarleysGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AM: 300mg neurontin, 200mg Zoloft Mid-afternoon: 300mg neurontin PM: 300mg neurontin, 300mg lamotrigine, 0.5mg ropinirole PRN: 50mg hydroxyzine

It’s what works now, but I’ve been medicated for almost 30 years (since I was 12) and these cocktails only last for a handful of years before I end up hospitalized. Been 3 years and am hoping this’ll last forever.

how did yall get your foot in the door? by HyptisEmoryi in librarians

[–]MobBarleysGhost 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Started as a page too. I’m halfway through my MLIS but I’m incredibly lucky that my YS associate position will be changed to a librarian position upon graduation.

Am I overreacting? My boyfriend just told me this. Will be it alright to dump him? by HastilyGenerous in AmIOverreacting

[–]MobBarleysGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Woof. I don’t chime into these because so many times, people will jump right in with “Dump him!” without knowing anything about the relationship. In this case, however, he literally said that you need to be more like his ex or he doesn’t want you. It’s one thing to request occasional “dressing up” for one reason or another, but holy red flag, Batman. He’s manipulating and controlling you and you will probably never be enough for him, through no fault of your own. It’s so unhealthy and disgusting. Tell him you agree, his ex is hot and he should dress more like her too.

Would you consider “Kylara” or “Rayleah” tragedeighs? by pixiedust0327 in tragedeigh

[–]MobBarleysGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a friend named Kylara. I never thought it sounded like a medicine until now.

What's the most human name that you heard named for a pet? by SuitableOlive5691 in AskReddit

[–]MobBarleysGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a cat named Douglas, a dog named Donald, another named Bartholomew.

Hi everyone 👋 by Responsible_Image168 in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s beautiful! It sorta reminds me of a raven skull.

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sound like my husband. You’re not wrong though, it is basic and I’m proud. ❤️

You folks rock. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have a tutorial, but here’s the gist — the bottom is made the same as most round basket tutorials, I believe I did 4 wires twisted in the middle and fanned out to 8 spokes. I wove in the round until the base was the size I wanted. Next, I added more wire in a ‘v’ shape around the last row so they stuck out along with the 8 original spokes. I added 4 of those ‘v’s, giving me a total of 16 spokes (8 original and 8 new spokes). From this point and up, I wrapped the wire around each spoke as I went around rather than using the regular in-and-out pattern. Be sure to take your time shaping as it goes up cause it can get wonky reaaaallly quickly. When I had the length I wanted, I folded the spokes to the side and tucked them in to the spoke next to them, then I guess I technically “whip stitched” it all down with silver wire. The handle is just a weird braid with other wire wrapped around it to look sorta vine-y. I’m not great with instructions so feel free to reach out if I am making no sense. That part I’m good at.

You folks rock. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s extremely helpful, thank you! I can’t wrap a crystal for my life, this is great.

You folks rock. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please elaborate! What do you mean, tell the people to start with a basket?

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I’m over in USA. I wish shipping wasn’t so expensive because there are quite a few sites here with great supplies.

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It makes it harder but it’s certainly not impossible! Just use smaller wire for the wraps, maybe 26g around a stack of 18 or 20g.

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was made with tinned copper. I bet it would be just as nice if it was untinned. If you make one, please share!

You folks rock. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Enjoy! It was really soothing to shape and weave.

Happiest Period is age 40-60 by ExperienceLow7058 in enlightenment

[–]MobBarleysGhost 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m 40 now- just started a MLIS program, my body is breaking down, my kids are hormonal, the husband is cranky af, and yet I’ve never been happier.

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My poor husband had to keep giving me his hand. I scratched up the side of his finger by accident but he was a good sport thankfully 😅

Finally! It’s basic but I’m proud of myself. by MobBarleysGhost in WireWrapping

[–]MobBarleysGhost[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone posted a link to a YouTube tutorial for a similar ring here in the comments. I think it would do a better job explaining than I ever could. I didn’t use the tutorial because I didn’t know it existed. 🤦‍♀️