published: Friday, August 29, 2008

Meet Katherine Spurgeon

Name -- Katherine Spurgeon; Hometown -- Williamsport, Indiana; Occupation -- Librarian; Family -- Spouse David, sister, nieces and nephews.

Q. What do you enjoy most about South Lake County?

A. What remains of the citrus orchards and scenery.

Q. If you had to summarize your philosophy of life in one sentence, what would it be?

A. Let your life be a window for God's light to shine through and a mirror to reflect His goodness to everyone you meet.

Q. Name a person or incident you've come across recently that's touched you in some way. Why did this person or incident impress you so much?

A. Seeing my first complete double rainbow after a heavy rainstorm -- impressive because it reflects God's constant presence no matter what we are going through.

Q. How does your business or occupation contribute to the welfare of the area?

A. Provides information and resources free of charge to everyone.

Q. Name one of your greatest accomplishments so far?

A. Oversaw the construction of two new libraries, the expansion of a library in Indiana and helped in the opening of the new Cagan Crossings Community Library.

Q. What's something you've always wanted to do but haven't yet?

A. Go to Hawaii.

Q. What advice would you give to someone just venturing out into the business world?

A. Be a person of character no matter what others are doing around you.