I have always loved to read. I remember sitting at home and reading alongside my mom, and just absolutely devouring the Nancy Drew books. I'm pretty sure I had the entire collection of hardcover books (which my parents still have saved!). As I got older, my love for reading only grew. We drove to Orlando a lot to visit my aunt, and I remember reading so much on those road trips. I can actually recall one instance in maybe 3rd or 4th grade where I was made fun of for enjoying reading - I would take a book out to recess and sit in the shade reading - and a friend told me that I was going to let life pass me by while I was sitting there and reading. What she didn't know is that I was traveling to places I had only imagined in my mind. She also didn't know that her words didn't really bother me because I had read so many books with strong female characters who had also been made fun of or been through some kind of adversity. Reading had given me perspective and insight that I might not have otherwise learned, and I'm forever grateful for all the reading I did in those early years. There are a few reasons why I love reading.
A love of reading is also something I hope to pass on to both of my children, and I hope that they will follow by my example. We read together as much as we can, and I always encourage them to pick up a book, but I know that they will always follow what I am doing more quickly than what I am saying. So tell me, why do you love reading?
Now, go pick up a book! xoxo, Jenise
Jennifer
7/17/2020 09:06:01 am
I love reading for all the reasons you mentioned. When I was a child I would sit on the front porch of my parents house and read all day. I read anything I could get my hands on but I especially love historical fiction. But...who doesn’t love a good love story. I have found my way into audio books too. They are nice when you are doing the laundry or the dishes and want to get away from the craziness of the house. They are also good to listen to in the car on long trips. I’ve read a lot of books on WWII lately so I’m moving away from that and reading,”Outlander,” which takes place in 1763 Scotland. Totally out of my comfort zone but I can say that I want to travel to Scotland 🏴 now!!!! My boys are the typical teenagers and only want to be in their screens. Books do not call to them. So I have set aside time each day for them to read. I read with them too. At least I know from 2-3 each day they are reading no matter how much they complain!!! I love books and how they can transform you into a different world if for only a short time. Thank you for your blog. It was wonderful!
I love to read. Always have. Different stages lend itself to more or less reading time. Lately I enjoy my bookstagram page where I post about my recent reads and exciting new upcoming books. Comments are closed.
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