Its Been So Long I Feel Like a stranger Here. But time flies when you’re having fun. And I’ve been having fun this summer. 🙂
But, fun aside, I decided to clear out some of the books that clutter my study ( my studio, my bedroom, and every other room in my house ). Since I sell books from my booth at AMELIA’S ATTIC ANTIQUES, it only makes sense to dispose of them there.
In the chore of gathering the ones I might be able to part with, I began thumbing through the third book I pulled out. The title still intrigued me as it did twenty something years ago when I acquired it. It’s really not a book, just a binder with metal posts that holds monthly newsletters that were distributed to employees as an encouragement to work at their best and as a team.
I found this publication in Archer City, Texas, in a bookstore owned by famous author, Larry McMurtry ( Lonesome Dove among many other of his titles ). He turned the small town where he was born into a ‘bookstore town’. I could spend days there . . . sigh.
‘Constructive Talks To Pivot Men’. Now isn’t that an interesting title? I paid several dollars for the book back when, and it is now listed on Ebay between $50 and $65 dollars. Hmm, I could make a little profit.
But as I leafed through the pages, I realized that the information was as relevant today as it was when it was published in 1925. I sat down and began to read, then the thought crossed my mind—I can’t sell this book! I want to share it. I think anyone benefits by taking a step back into time now and then. I sure do.
With the trusty ole’ IPhone, I took pics to share some of the topics. I love the illustrations too!
A Pivot Man ( or woman ) is someone who instigates a turning point, one who makes a difference in a constructive way . . . this works in any business, school, church group or other public gatherings where team work is vital to the good of all the people concerned.
All Pivot Persons— move forward! 🙂
Until next time, stay cool, eat healthy and keep God in your plans! 🙂 🙂 🙂 MaryJ
Very interesting Mary. Thank you for sharing from your library. I think of you often. I hope to see you again soon. I’m stumbling forward, with God’s help. ❤
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Thank you, Laurette! It’s good to hear from you and glad you are moving forward—no matter how you’re doing it—though I doubt the stumbling! But do hope the writing is going well. 🙂
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What an interesting book! I think you should keep it and keep sharing it. Thank you!
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Thanks, Kristi! It is a very interesting book, and I do plan to keep it—it’s filled with so many good ideas to write about!
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What an interesting post. You are such an amazing writer. Thanks for sharing! Just cleaned out my books. It was hard but I’ve run out of room.
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Thank you, Jenny! 🙂 Isn’t it the hardest thing for book lovers to part with a book, even when they begin to take over the house?
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Mare, your writing does make a person stop and think! Love the old book and illustrations…….I’d have a hard time selling it as well. ((:
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It’s back on my bookshelf—for now, anyway! 🙂
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