Pam, 

Thanks for the nice comment(s).

Humor in my own life is VERY important.  I once had a class on "humor in
the workplace" * and it really opened up my mind on how to cut stress
and just relax during the day.  With many of us working small museums
and jobs where we are a "do all" and "did that" kind of resume in the
museum field, we need a touch of humor and relaxation.

In fact, it is part of who I am.  I've been on this list for many years...
since '96 I believe I started posting.....and I've seen the "humor"
conversation before, and how important it is on our job * and YES
on this list.  

In fact, back in '96 it was suggested to have a humor contest on the
list----"In order to introduce some useful humor here, how about a contest? Tell us
about the 25 (or less) things that drive you crazy! Dealing with patrons,
funny experiences that happened in a museum or library, typos on labels,
silly questions (from patrons and others), etc..  If this is too silly a suggestion, 
please let me know (I seem to be a bit lightheaded today, too many WWW sites...)."

Not to mention names, one person really didn't think that was a good
idea...neither did I.   I think with that idea----indeed, people did have to much
free time on their hands.  But, a few jokes once in a while or replying to 
a suggestion where someone wanted a few jokes..no harm.  We all need to 
laugh!  Even on the job.  

So, good work...and a great idea for a talk to that Bremer Communication poster.
And, please---- oh please *- let us know some of the new jokes you pick up and 
use....we want to share in the laughter. (smiles).

Thanks.

John
Boise, ID  

>>> [log in to unmask] 1/11/2006 4:45:19 PM >>>
In a message dated 1/11/2006 1:31:59 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,  
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A museum  professional is *- someone who needs a GOOD sense of humor and not 
be a
wet  noodle over every serious thing.  

A museum professional *- using  Museum-List---is a "good thing".

John  
It sure is John! Especially since I work independently - I have  depended on 
this list and my own research a GREAT deal (thank you!). I really  do miss not 
having another museum professional staff member to consult  with...or to 
share a quip or two! This list has provided me with plenty of fun  and laughter, 
which in turn has 'loosened' me up during some stressful times.  Many posts 
have provoked some deep thought on many issues and levels...that I  may not face 
on a regular basis, if at all -but may allow me to be prepared if  such an 
issue/situation arises.
 
The list shouldn't be impersonal all the time -the 'list' is driven  by 
technology, but what is written by us, is not  computer-generated!
 
Pam

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