September/October 2007 issue

Bio: Sharon Carril, Library Clerk, St. Louis

My name is Sharon Carril, and I am one of the newest staff members of the 8th Circuit, the part-time library clerk at the St. Louis Library.

A while back I worked as a clerk for one the St. Louis Public Library's busiest branches. The work days were usually bustling, sometimes crazy but always enjoyable. After 5 or so years, I made the very hard decision to quit and stay home with my three (still young) sons, Matthew, Tommy, and Tim. Those were good times. As my sons grew up (almost. . . Tim, the youngest, is now 21), I began working at a rectory (priest's house/office), and attending the University of Missouri, graduating with a degree in English.

My interests are mostly spending time with my husband, Mike, and my sons. I enjoy baking, walking, reading almost anything, and writing.

I am so pleased to be working here; I love libraries, am interested in law and history, and everyone in the 8th Circuit has been helpful and kind. What could be better? I look forward to many interesting years here.