Author Archives: Jill Foer Hirsch

Apparently I Was In Opryland

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Do you know what I hate about customer service?  When I can’t get it no matter what I do.  I stayed at the Gaylord National Harbor for my ALA conference.  It was outrageously priced even with our group rate, but … Continue reading →

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Chuckles Would Have Been Proud

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

You know what’s interesting?  Probably not or you wouldn’t be stuck reading my blog to find out.  I wonder if insulting my readers is the brightest idea.  Hmmm. OK, I started off with a digression so now I can focus.  … Continue reading →

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And Thousands Cheered

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I’m going to admit that I am not particularly religious, but I have now witnessed the power of prayer.  I know no one would specifically pray for me to get laryngitis, but surely many people have fervently prayed that I … Continue reading →

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Just Ducky

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

For the last 15 months I’ve worked on the planning committee for the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) Annual Conference.  The long awaited conference was April 14-17, and I’m left with a bittersweet feeling of relief because it’s over and … Continue reading →

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So Sue Me

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I know you would never have guessed this, but when I grow up I want to be Judge Judy.  First, it is well established that I can judge people; quickly and sometimes even correctly.  Second, she says everything I would … Continue reading →

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Lost Dogs and Lucky Cats

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Am I a magnet for weird people?  Answer that question carefully.  I was just eating lunch, that’s all.  Lots of people do that right?  I was minding my own business-hovered over my laptop and not even looking up.  A gentleman walks right … Continue reading →

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Stevie And Company

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I know it’s been a few days since I posted and you all miss me terribly (I would too), but I’ve been somewhat busy.  Last night was set aside for Fleetwood Mac.  Yes, they were phenomenal.  Our girl Stevie sounded great, … Continue reading →

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Judgment Call

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

If there’s one thing I can’t stand (no worries, there are dozens more) it’s people who pass judgment on other people.  Who do these people think they are?  Me? Of course I judge people, but I’m a professional with years … Continue reading →

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Killer Cats

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

I don’t want to be dramatic, but I’m pretty sure my cats are trying to kill me.  First Helen throws her tail right under my foot trying to trip me, then Jack and Janet take naps stretched out across the steps … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Aubrey!

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Jill Foer Hirsch

Today is the anniversary of when I first became an Aunt.  I held Aubrey when she was just a few hours old. Her skin was still translucent; she was warm and snuggly and tiny and smelled good and I’d never … Continue reading →

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