Dear Jim,
Thanks.
Over the past couple of years I've had the pleasure of watching you
work, and of sharing in that work a tiny bit myself. There are a couple
of things I've noticed. I've noticed how you are never afraid to say
what you think, yet you have the political mind to know when to keep
your mouth shut. I've noticed that you know all the in and outs of all
the rules but aren't hidebound by them. I've noticed that you listen.
I've noticed that you are willing to take risks and that you've
demonstrated that there is usually more than one way to do anything.
I've noticed that you sometimes change your mind (sometimes) and it is
always for the right reasons. Our community of libraries in Oregon has
been lucky to have you. You are dependable and rare, and I will miss you.
Caleb Tucker-Raymond
To celebrate Jim Scheppke's service as Oregon State Librarian from 1991 to 2011
Jim didn't want a traditional retirement party. "Too many greenhouse gas emissions, not to mention unwanted calories," he said. So instead we are having a Virtual Retirement Party - carbon neutral and heart healthy!
To celebrate, Jim wants all his colleagues and associates to post a good wish, photo or a memory to this blog. You can even ask Jim a question. Jim will reply to every post! (Jim will be the only person able to comment on messages after they are posted).
And while you're at it, Jim hopes you will consider a donation in his honor to his favorite charity, our own Talking Book and Braille Services.
Please submit your message before Jim retires on December 30, 2011. Include your name at the end of your message.
To celebrate, Jim wants all his colleagues and associates to post a good wish, photo or a memory to this blog. You can even ask Jim a question. Jim will reply to every post! (Jim will be the only person able to comment on messages after they are posted).
And while you're at it, Jim hopes you will consider a donation in his honor to his favorite charity, our own Talking Book and Braille Services.
Please submit your message before Jim retires on December 30, 2011. Include your name at the end of your message.
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Thanks Caleb. It has been a real pleasure working with you. The entire state has been fortunate to have you working for us to continuously improve L-net. The best days of L-net are still to come if we just keep working on it. Virtual reference is the future of reference. No doubt about it. Keep up the good work!
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