We try to balance the collection. The staff and I walk a tightrope, and there are occasional contests.

When the state cut library budgets a while back, I began to study fundraising techniques. The only two we haven't tried here are pay toilets and slot machines.

The state, county, and local governments here really don't support us that well.

There are no community centers, no senior centers or youth centers. We have to serve all those purposes. We have become the community center, almost by default.

I see a world on the edge of a blade. Without balance, it will fall.

The balance must be redressed.