I took the elevator to the third floor of the building called Roberts. I usually take the stairs, but I wasn't sure where I was going and decided finding the right office was adventure enough. I'm sure other elevators have a similar certificate but this was the first time I noticed the wording on the certificate. "Department of Professional and Financial Regulation." I find that combination interesting. I've never heard of such a department before. "Board of Elevator and Tramway Safety." How many tramways do you think there might be in this state? And is someone who's knowledgeable in elevator safety going to also be knowledgeable in tramway safety? Inquiring minds want to know.
Mainiacs is a revered term, only given to those who are 5th generation (or more) born in Maine. If you were born in Maine but you are 1st - 4th generation, you're a Mainer. Everyone else is just "a person from away". I came to Maine for "just one semester," but now I'm "tenure track" which means I'm here to stay for a while. As I was in those first few months, I am very excited about this adventure and the chance to meet the great people of Maine.
Friday, March 14, 2008
3/14/08 interesting governmental body
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