I went out to the garage last evening and sorted a box of toys that are missing parts and will likely never be whole again. They went in the trash along with some other stuff I foolishly brought home from work, thinking the kids could dismantle and use for art projects (our library mounts a lot of exhibits and I sometimes bring home mylar, foamcore, and the mounting board they discard afterward). Some is useful, but not after it has been out in the garage for a while. All of this filled a large trash can for tomorrow's collection.

Yesterday our Friends of the Library went to Dallas to a tour of a private library on a gorgeous estate. Lots of objects on display in the large 2-story building, and it was clear that if you have things you really value, don't lose them in the clutter of lesser items. And group them nicely. I am looking forward to the day when I have the clear shelves and table tops for some of my precious collection to display nicely. (I could also stand to have the billions to build the colletion, but I'll start small.)

SRS