Alea Perez (she|her)
@shhhyeah.bsky.social
List-maker, office supply lover, late-1900s nostalgia chaser, book consumer, children's & YA GN enthusiast. Overly sentimental. Opinions my own.
It's not as cold out as this picture might suggest it is.
Post-dinner, pre-walk cuddles.
Post-dinner, pre-walk cuddles.
November 23, 2025 at 5:02 AM
It's not as cold out as this picture might suggest it is.
Post-dinner, pre-walk cuddles.
Post-dinner, pre-walk cuddles.
After storytime, an attendee was upset I only had a smiley face hand stamp and not a frowning face hand stamp.
They were upset with their caregiver and wanted to use my stamp offering as a form of additional communication.
They did cheer up when I told them it's okay to be upset sometimes.
They were upset with their caregiver and wanted to use my stamp offering as a form of additional communication.
They did cheer up when I told them it's okay to be upset sometimes.
November 20, 2025 at 6:31 PM
After storytime, an attendee was upset I only had a smiley face hand stamp and not a frowning face hand stamp.
They were upset with their caregiver and wanted to use my stamp offering as a form of additional communication.
They did cheer up when I told them it's okay to be upset sometimes.
They were upset with their caregiver and wanted to use my stamp offering as a form of additional communication.
They did cheer up when I told them it's okay to be upset sometimes.
Me and other people in Chicagoland that I know, unbothered by that hag:
November 19, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Me and other people in Chicagoland that I know, unbothered by that hag:
And now they're heading back to JDI.
So glad I got to do this. :)
So glad I got to do this. :)
The cards have arrived. Time to get writing! ✏️
November 18, 2025 at 4:50 AM
And now they're heading back to JDI.
So glad I got to do this. :)
So glad I got to do this. :)
Now returning to a topic that actually matters.
I wish for peace for these women, every day.
I wish for peace for these women, every day.
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 17, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Now returning to a topic that actually matters.
I wish for peace for these women, every day.
I wish for peace for these women, every day.
Am I the holiday version of a Disney adult?
I:
•work 37.5 hrs/wk
•commute 10-12 hrs/wk
•take a one-hour/wk language class
•take 1/wk trumpet lessons + practice
•take a hip-hop class
•ride my bike
•read
•walk my dog
•hang out with friends
•volunteer w/local RRTs
•go to the theater
I:
•work 37.5 hrs/wk
•commute 10-12 hrs/wk
•take a one-hour/wk language class
•take 1/wk trumpet lessons + practice
•take a hip-hop class
•ride my bike
•read
•walk my dog
•hang out with friends
•volunteer w/local RRTs
•go to the theater
Normally I am very pro celebration but I think the people who have their Christmas trees up already need more hobbies in the calendar
November 17, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Am I the holiday version of a Disney adult?
I:
•work 37.5 hrs/wk
•commute 10-12 hrs/wk
•take a one-hour/wk language class
•take 1/wk trumpet lessons + practice
•take a hip-hop class
•ride my bike
•read
•walk my dog
•hang out with friends
•volunteer w/local RRTs
•go to the theater
I:
•work 37.5 hrs/wk
•commute 10-12 hrs/wk
•take a one-hour/wk language class
•take 1/wk trumpet lessons + practice
•take a hip-hop class
•ride my bike
•read
•walk my dog
•hang out with friends
•volunteer w/local RRTs
•go to the theater
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If you are in Charlotte & looking to understand the tactics of CBP & ICE, follow & read the reporting of:
@unraveledpress.com
@mskellymhayes.bsky.social
@peoplesfabric.com
@thetriibe.com
@unraveledpress.com
@mskellymhayes.bsky.social
@peoplesfabric.com
@thetriibe.com
November 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM
If you are in Charlotte & looking to understand the tactics of CBP & ICE, follow & read the reporting of:
@unraveledpress.com
@mskellymhayes.bsky.social
@peoplesfabric.com
@thetriibe.com
@unraveledpress.com
@mskellymhayes.bsky.social
@peoplesfabric.com
@thetriibe.com
It's showtime.
November 16, 2025 at 6:54 PM
It's showtime.
Reposted by Alea Perez (she|her)
For Charlotte friends who want to prepare, we made our little whistle station with a plastic planter (drainage in the bottom in case it rains), zip ties, and no-heat lamination paper
November 15, 2025 at 11:34 PM
For Charlotte friends who want to prepare, we made our little whistle station with a plastic planter (drainage in the bottom in case it rains), zip ties, and no-heat lamination paper
Charlotte - I hate this (feds in your city) for you all.
As always, if you see something that you suspect could be an immigration enforcement action in progress, call our hotline at (336) 543-0353 or the hotline number in the About tab so we can verify and provide support.
November 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Charlotte - I hate this (feds in your city) for you all.
Union made with a union bug?
Promoting food security?
Denouncing book bans?
*sigh* I don't need more clothes but this is very hard to say no to.
Promoting food security?
Denouncing book bans?
*sigh* I don't need more clothes but this is very hard to say no to.
Ban Hunger Not Books!
Nab a shirt today from our merch store. All proceeds go directly to Feed America, who are actually doing the work to Ban Hunger in America!
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Nab a shirt today from our merch store. All proceeds go directly to Feed America, who are actually doing the work to Ban Hunger in America!
store.francescahong.com/ban-hunger-n...
November 16, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Union made with a union bug?
Promoting food security?
Denouncing book bans?
*sigh* I don't need more clothes but this is very hard to say no to.
Promoting food security?
Denouncing book bans?
*sigh* I don't need more clothes but this is very hard to say no to.
No, I do not feel compelled as a librarian to "both sides" AI use and teach about the "good" it provides.
All signs point to it causing tremendous harm and I'd rather expend efforts to educate on that reality vs looking for the supposed silver lining. You don't see harm-reducing change if you just
All signs point to it causing tremendous harm and I'd rather expend efforts to educate on that reality vs looking for the supposed silver lining. You don't see harm-reducing change if you just
November 13, 2025 at 6:34 PM
No, I do not feel compelled as a librarian to "both sides" AI use and teach about the "good" it provides.
All signs point to it causing tremendous harm and I'd rather expend efforts to educate on that reality vs looking for the supposed silver lining. You don't see harm-reducing change if you just
All signs point to it causing tremendous harm and I'd rather expend efforts to educate on that reality vs looking for the supposed silver lining. You don't see harm-reducing change if you just
This space isn't what Twitter was for me regarding local library connections, but going to try here anyway.
My mentor - the person who made my move to IL possible when it would have been easier to hire locally - is looking for a new Youth & Teen Services manager.
railslibraries.org/jobs/123977
My mentor - the person who made my move to IL possible when it would have been easier to hire locally - is looking for a new Youth & Teen Services manager.
railslibraries.org/jobs/123977
Youth & Teen Services Manager | Reaching Across Illinois Library System
railslibraries.org
November 12, 2025 at 7:51 PM
This space isn't what Twitter was for me regarding local library connections, but going to try here anyway.
My mentor - the person who made my move to IL possible when it would have been easier to hire locally - is looking for a new Youth & Teen Services manager.
railslibraries.org/jobs/123977
My mentor - the person who made my move to IL possible when it would have been easier to hire locally - is looking for a new Youth & Teen Services manager.
railslibraries.org/jobs/123977
Get yourself a spouse who uses their privilege to buy out 3 tamaleros in La Villita.
November 11, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Get yourself a spouse who uses their privilege to buy out 3 tamaleros in La Villita.
A needed reminder.
I know it’s not going to be easy but I’m begging yall to find a way to maintain your sanity. It is going to be a long and sustained effort to keep and recover our rights!!!! Did yall even READ PROJECT 2025?!?
We do not have time for this shit!!!
Pull yourselves together!!
We do not have time for this shit!!!
Pull yourselves together!!
November 10, 2025 at 7:23 PM
A needed reminder.
I went to Costco on a Sunday and I am now 10 levels of overstimulated (and thus agitated).
I'm trying my calming exercises. Wish me luck.
I'm trying my calming exercises. Wish me luck.
November 10, 2025 at 12:03 AM
I went to Costco on a Sunday and I am now 10 levels of overstimulated (and thus agitated).
I'm trying my calming exercises. Wish me luck.
I'm trying my calming exercises. Wish me luck.
Reposted by Alea Perez (she|her)
The People Want to Read: on the massive budget cuts proposed for Chicago Public Library. What's at stake and what you can do, whether or not you live in Chicago.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
The People Want To Read: On Massive Budget Cuts Proposed in Chicago
If passed, Chicago Public Library will lose half their budget for acquiring new books and materials.
buttondown.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The People Want to Read: on the massive budget cuts proposed for Chicago Public Library. What's at stake and what you can do, whether or not you live in Chicago.
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
buttondown.com/wellsourced/...
Reposted by Alea Perez (she|her)
Folks in Chicago can get in on Tamar's project: blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/04/a...
Amid SNAP Cuts, Englewood Activist Launches 'Tiny Kitchen Project' To Feed Neighbors In Need
Dozens of neighbors have signed on to offer their kitchens and a nearby church has raised money to help. Meals will be distributed to over 100 children and families five days a week.
blockclubchicago.org
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Folks in Chicago can get in on Tamar's project: blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/04/a...
Me: I want to write a rom-com; I already know the whole story. *pause* No Meg Ryan, no Tom Hanks.
Spouse:...is that the name of the movie?
Me: What? No. Simply stating that neither are welcome to star in it.
Me: But it could be. The main character would have the titular line. "This is my life;
Spouse:...is that the name of the movie?
Me: What? No. Simply stating that neither are welcome to star in it.
Me: But it could be. The main character would have the titular line. "This is my life;
November 5, 2025 at 3:57 AM
Me: I want to write a rom-com; I already know the whole story. *pause* No Meg Ryan, no Tom Hanks.
Spouse:...is that the name of the movie?
Me: What? No. Simply stating that neither are welcome to star in it.
Me: But it could be. The main character would have the titular line. "This is my life;
Spouse:...is that the name of the movie?
Me: What? No. Simply stating that neither are welcome to star in it.
Me: But it could be. The main character would have the titular line. "This is my life;
I have recurring bad dreams about separating from my spouse and needing to find a new housing solution.
I get to see some amazing (fictional) apartments most nights.
If I had skill+time+energy, I'd create an art portfolio called Apartment of My Dreams, featuring floorplans and design schemes.
I get to see some amazing (fictional) apartments most nights.
If I had skill+time+energy, I'd create an art portfolio called Apartment of My Dreams, featuring floorplans and design schemes.
November 4, 2025 at 9:28 PM
I have recurring bad dreams about separating from my spouse and needing to find a new housing solution.
I get to see some amazing (fictional) apartments most nights.
If I had skill+time+energy, I'd create an art portfolio called Apartment of My Dreams, featuring floorplans and design schemes.
I get to see some amazing (fictional) apartments most nights.
If I had skill+time+energy, I'd create an art portfolio called Apartment of My Dreams, featuring floorplans and design schemes.
Reposted by Alea Perez (she|her)
if you’re doing rapid response even if you don’t care about COVID wear a fucking mask, DHS and ICE are filming peoples faces on purpose for their propaganda social media videos
November 3, 2025 at 4:41 PM
if you’re doing rapid response even if you don’t care about COVID wear a fucking mask, DHS and ICE are filming peoples faces on purpose for their propaganda social media videos