Yes, I am a professional librarian with a Master's degree, and have worked in public libraries since 1993. No, I have never been locked up in a mental institution (although it has occasionally been suggested by friends and family). Yes, I read packaging labels if nothing else is available. No, I don't know how to pronounce the chemical names on those packaging labels. Yes, I do have the urge to answer the question, "Do you have books?", with a straight-faced, "Why no, the library does not have books." No, I don't talk to myself--or, at least, I don't answer if I do. Nicknames: Mel, Mimi (from nieces and nephews), Sissy (from baby sister, the mom of said nieces and nephews), Bubbles (don't ask), Dunk (no, I don't play basketball, it's from my last name), and Bookdragon (I tend to be possessive/obsessive about my books).