Notes

Note: Receive deepy embarassing email this morning, the gist of which was I ought to pay more attention to rules of grammar. And spelling. Went back to fix post from yesterday, which did have some glaring problems. Wish that could promise that will never happen again, but would be very wary of such a committment.

Libby very busy today getting ready for her departure. After lunch she comes into office and explains to me--in very simple sentences and many steps--how the mailing list data base system works. Tell her curtly that have, in fact, used computer before. Attempt to show her that know how to addd name to list. Unfortunately, while demonstrating skills, manage to make entire column of last names disappear. Libby asks, Do you know how to make the column come back? Tell her that all will be resolved if click on Undo. Computer, maddeningly, says Can't Undo. Berate the computer sharply while Libby rolls her eyes. Have rarely felt closer to murder--but would have a hard time deciding whether the computer or the pregnant lady would get it first. This last thought shocks me and quickly rein self in. Ask Libby as nicely as can manage how she would fix problem. She shows me. Function keys are involved, but beyond that, could not say. Libby seems to pick up on lack of skill, but not lack of interest. She offers to give me daily tutorials until she leaves. Thank her.