That's me, a book-aholic. If there were some kind of book-aholics annonymous program, I'd probably have to go. I can't seem to get enough of books. I love those houses that you go into that are just filled with books where you approach the walls and stacks of books in awe. It's comforting to me, books that is.
I still remember the first chapter book I ever read, Charlotte's Web. Oh how I loved that book. I think I was about 7 or 8. I still have that book. I'm a collector you see. I have lots-o-books. To list a few of my childhood favorites: Anne of Green Gables (the darn series), The Secret Garden (boy was I mesmerized by the language and mystery in that one in 6th grade), To Kill a Mockingbird (8th grade), and A Separate Peace (8th grade). My parents fed my addicition with books when I asked for them. Going to the bookstore was a special treat that I absolutely loved. I could spend my entire allowance there.
This year for Christmas we did wishlists on Amazon. My husband asked me what I really wanted off of my list and I told him "the books, please." And he obliged. I received 4 books. Unfortunately, I burn through books so fast that it really didn't keep my addiction fed long enough.
During certain times of the year I don't read as much as others. But right now is my prime reading time. I love a good book and the beach, a good book and a glass of wine, or a good book and quietness. Books allow me to escape. Escape into other people's lives. Escape into there personalities...I can appreciate the characters that I can relate to. I can appreciate the characters I loothe. Books with good character development are the best.
Last week my latest shipment came. I ordered 4 books and 3 of them arrived (I pre-ordered Harry Potter...so that won't come until next week). I was so delighted to see the package at the front door. I'm already through with one of the books. It was really entertaining and enjoyable for a summer read--A Girl's Guide to Hunting and Fishing.
I also have a problem getting rid of books. I can't seem to let go. People have told me to have a garage sale or to sell them to a second hand store, but I just can't. I can't. They are mine. They are my stories.
This morning they had something on the news about how the pope feels about Harry Potter books...well to hell with that! I think it's great so many kids want to read. Do you really think they are running out to cast spells on people...now come on!! But that's another post.
Anyways, I love my books. Some day I'll take a look at my shelves and give ya'll a listing of my top ten. For now...I think I'll go feed my addiction.
4 comments:
I enjoy reading too, but not as much as I did when I was younger. Maybe it's because sometimes I am too tired to concentrate. I go through periods of times when I read like crazy and other times when I don't want to read at all. But I love my books. I hate to part with them. And, I reread my favorite authors, Michner is one of them. My second printing of Gone with the Wind is one of my prizes.
To me, one of the greatest gifts someone can share with people is their written word. I wish I had tons of book cases to display all the books I have managed to read and love.
I've started the new Harry Potter book already. It came much to my delight Saturday morning in a box that said do not deliver until July 16th. So far it's been fantastic. I'll let you know what I think as I progress through it.
I'm on page 325. Could barely put it down to sleep last night!
That SO describes me too! I recently started patronizing my local library for the simple matter that Borders and Barnes&Nobles were getting too high a percentage of my paycheck! ;-) Oh well, I guess everyone needs a soft addiction.
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