Dog-eared & Overdue

The mostly true reflections and adventures of a born optimist, curious reader, and vagabond librarian.

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  • The Orphan in My Family Tree, Part 9

    This is Part 9 of The Orphan in My Family Tree. It is the true tale of my ongoing search for information about the origins of my great great grandpa Fritz, who was orphaned in New York City in the late 1870s and sent as a young boy to live with a foster…

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  • Things To Do in Library School

    I originally posted the heart of these observations in a Facebook conversation in 2013–I’ve reworked and edited them to share here because they are based…

  • Transforming Stories Collaboration Celebration

    I’m excited to share this celebration video I’m creating for one of the classes I worked with during my practicum. I am going through their project…

  • What makes your heart sing?

    I had an NPR Parking Lot Moment this morning. I was listening to a talk show guest describe the way he coached his clients to…

  • My MoMA MOOC

    The Art & Inquiry MOOC I was taking through Coursera from MoMA wrapped up this week. I’ll receive my grade next week, and wanted to…

About Me

I’m Kate, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a librarian who has a passion for learning about anything and everything, a love for people, and an aversion to quiet. I am a mindfulness enthusiast who is dedicated to kindness and curiosity, and to finding joy in everyday moments.