Second Life was a totally bizarre experience. I felt very strange at first reading other people's conversations and I wished I was invisible so no one would talk to me. It really freaked me out when people noticed me and called out to me.
Info Island was awesome though. Rolig (in the green dress) was the reference librarian on duty. She took me on a tour, answered questions and told me how to do stuff. There was a group of about 7 of us, and everyone was super chatty and friendly. I even met another Rutgers student and I wasn't the only newbie. I was really impressed with all the available resources.
I just wished I could walk in a straight line. I totally ran into people! I nearly died laughing when someone came crash landing into the middle of the group, which really helped put me at ease. I don't think I would hang out there on a regular basis, but I'm really glad that I know a little more about what Second Life is. PLCMC is doing a teen library on the teen grid, and I at least understand what that means now!
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