Jun 16, 2007

Dispatches from the Jillian Chronicles

From: "Sylvia Casey" <sylvia.casey@library.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Retirement
Date: 1 Jun 2006 10:59:27

Jillian, Rachel:

We've discussed this before so I know you gals are prepared, but I wanted to let you know that it's official, I'm retiring effective September 1, 2006. I sent Brian the official notice today.

We'll have plenty of time to discuss this later, but I just wanted to add that I don't really want a big send-off. Let's not make a big fuss.

Sylvia

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 1 Jun 2006 11:02:27

Rachel,

Have you got any ideas about Sylvia's retirement party? I was thinking we could have a dinner dance at R____ ballroom. What do you think?

Jillian

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 2 Jun 2006 11:20:01

What part of "let's not make a big fuss" don't you understand?


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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: FW: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 10 Jun 2006 13:20:27

Brian says we won't be able to book a room at the ballroom before Sylvia retires. What do you think about a luncheon?

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From: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
To: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 10 Jun 2006 12:59:07

Jill:

The ballroom's probably booked through September and I still have to see how much the company will contribute and whether the government will pony up. How about a luncheon?

Brian Hollister
Project Manager
XYZ Company

From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
Subject: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 1 Jun 2006 11:04:27

Brian,

Rachel and I think it would be great if we could throw a dinner dance for Sylvia's retirement. What do you think?

Jillian



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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 15 Jun 2006 11:20:01

A luncheon is good. But let's keep the guest list small. Sylvia doesn't want a big fuss. How about just our group and a select list of others?

But I'm really kind of tied up right now getting ready for next month's conference. Can we hold off a bit? Or do one of you guys want to get started on this?

Rachel

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 16 Jun 2006 11:25:15

Brian, can you handle this? I'm really no good at making arrangements like this.

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Sylvia's retirement
Date: 1 Jul 2006 08:45:30

Brian, Rachel:

We've really got to get going on Sylvia's retirement party. What have you come up with?

Jillian

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From: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Luncheon at Scotto's
Date: 2 Jul 2006 12:20:45

Jillian, Rachel:

I can get a good deal on a luncheon for at Scotto's. But the company will only contribute $10 per person. We can pick up the slack by having everyone in the group put in $20.

Brian Hollister
Project Manager
XYZ Company

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>"Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Luncheon at Scotto's
Date: 2 Jul 2006 14:19:01

Fine.

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Luncheon at Scotto's
Date: 3 Jul 2006 19:05:12

$20 is out of the question. I don't think I can afford to pay anything.

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Luncheon at Scotto's
Date: 4 Jul 2006 07:32:55

Jillian,

Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't you the one who wanted to throw a giant wingding in the first place? How about we just have an Open House in the library then? Say from 1-4? People can come and go as they please and we'll be able to keep the costs down.

Rachel


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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
Subject: I just had a great idea
Date: 5 Jul 2006 16:05:12

Let's have an Open House at the library for Sylvia's retirement. People can drop by anytime from 1 to 4. We'll just offer soft drinks and snacks to keep the costs down.

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From: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Open House
Date: 7 Jul 2006 08:20:45

Ladies,

I think Jillian's open house idea is terrific. Now we need to make a list of what we need and who's doing what. Jillian--the ball's in your court.

Brian Hollister
Project Manager
XYZ Company

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>"Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Open house
Date: 7 Jul 2006 9:22:07

I'm going out of town tomorrow. Can we discuss this when I get back?

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Open house
Date: 8 Jul 2006 12:12:12

Brian: I'm really not that good about organizing things. Why don't you make a list? And you, Rachel and I will divvy up the tasks.


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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Out of Office Auto-Reply
Date: 8 Jul 2006 12:12:13

I will be out of the office until July 20, and will not be checking email. If you need immediate assistance, please send a message to Sylvia Casey, or call Jillian Jasper.

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Open house
Date: 1 Aug 2006 08:09:10

Brian and Rachel,

We have a month until Sylvia's retirement and we still haven't gotten anything nailed down. It's time to get to work.

Jillian

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From: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>
To: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 09:20:42

Ladies:

I'll pick up the food and soft drinks. We just need someone to make a cute invitation and send it out. Also someone needs to collect $5 from everyone in the group for a gift.

Brian Hollister
Project Manager
XYZ Company

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 9:25:01

I'll do the invitations.

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 10:10:10

Brian, Rachel,

Organization was never my strong suit. Can one of you collect for the gift? I'm sure I'd botch it if I did it.

Jillian

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 10:30:30

OK, I'll collect for the gift. What about decorations?

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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 10:50:50

Rachel and Brian,

You know, my kids always used to tell me that I was lousy at throwing parties. I really don't think anyone would want me to decorate.

Jillian

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From: "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 11:11:11

Fine. I'll get the decorations. We're still gonna need paper plates and cutlery.


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From: "Jillian Jasper" <jillian.jasper@library.gov>
To: "Brian Hollister" <brian.hollister@headquarters.gov>; "Rachel Sawyer" <rachel.sawyer@library.gov>
Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Open House
Date: 1 Aug 2006 11:15:50

Rachel, Good thinking!

Brian, Can you pick them up when you get the food?

Jillian

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