Live better, with less
Ideas and inspiration for living more simply. A place to share tips on living with less stuff, work, speed, or stress in return for gaining more freedom, time, self-reliance, and joy.
Libraries are one of the only places left where we can go and not be expected to spend any money. They're amazing, and should be used to the fullest and defended when threatened.
Some places also offer free or reduced admission with a library card, like museums and botanical gardens. Worth looking into!
I love my library as well! Libraries are one of the last public places that you can be in and simply be in without having to buy something. For me, the library is a place of knowledge, learning, and refuge. 📗
Oh, we're doing love letters to libraries? I got one.
I don't much go to libraries anymore. But as a kid, when life was unfairly challenging both at home and school, the local library were where I always felt safe and sheltered. And the librarians the most helpful and patient people. And sometimes random people who are willing to talk. Or leave me alone if I needed. I don't think I would have survived without the library. I doubt I'm the only one.
I love my library too. I mostly get books online now, but I do love to go in and check out books.
What I love too have been the very helpful free services! Fax-to-email and printing services are two that we've needed many times.
Like most people I stopped using libraries in the early 2000s with the advent of the internet. And up until recently I still used to buy or download books I wanted to read. But I've rediscovered local libraries and they're awesome. Since almost nobody uses them they have increased lending limits and most books are always available. You can basically enter the library with a box and fill it with books to take home and read. They now recognize me at the front desk and it's awesome.