"It is a man's duty to have books. Be certain that your house is adequately furnished - with books rather than with furniture. Both, if you can, but books at any rate." Henry Ward Beecher
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love books.
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love the feel of a book in my hand, whether it is well-worn and delicate or new, crisp and tight.
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love the smell of libraries, book stores - especially used ones - of musty old books that have obviously been enjoyed by someone before me.
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love the look of a beautiful cloth or leather binding, and can gaze long and admiringly at exquisite illustrations.
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love to hear a good book read aloud. It brings me a sense of comfort, safety and nourishment.
-------------------------------------------------------------
I love to "taste" a good book too! Historical fiction, textbooks, biographies, theology, fantasy...it doesn't matter. As long as it is well-written or interesting...I love it.
-------------------------------------------------------------
"Perhaps the greatest gift any father can bestow upon his children (apart from the covenant blessings of parish life and a comprehension of the doctrines of grace), is a passion for reading. Thomas Chalmers
4 comments:
Forgive my paranoia, Lori, but would you mind removing my last name from the sidebar link?
Oh, and I love books, too. More specifically children's literature with lots of whimsical illustrations, but love them, nonetheless!
Done...I don't really know proper protocol for all this blogging stuff, yet. I removed all the gals last names.
I enjoy reading out loud also. I think one of the hardest books I tried to read aloud was Jurassic Park. Yes, dinosaur names can be a bit hard.
Hey, Bobber. Your children are blessed that you love to read aloud...they will be much better readers because of it, plus you are providing great delights for which they otherwise would have to wait many years. I have never read Jurassic Park...did you read it to your kids?
Post a Comment