When I realized that I was so frustrated at my kids for interrupting my reading time, I decided to take a break from reading my own books. I can assure you that I've read countless books to my children over the past 10 years. And, finally, my children are all old enough to enjoy hearty "real" books now. I very much enjoy the time I spend reading to them. But, I still long for my own reading.
I've decided it's time for me to get back to reading just for me - sometimes.
My personal reading goal for 2015 is to read 24 books. In my pre-mommy life that would have been a laughable goal - easily finished within a couple of months. At this stage in my life - mothering, working full-time, starting a new "school," and homeschooling our children - this goal seems huge, and I am just barely staying on track.
I finished my latest 2 reads at the end of April just in time to keep me on track for my 2 per month pace.
I read, for the first time, A Wrinkle in Time. Umm, I don't get the excitement over this book (for the record, it is not my preferred genre). I'm glad I checked the classic off my list and I'm glad it's done. I will likely not read others in this vein.
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn was a completely different experience. If you have not read this - just go do it! It was fabulous. I usually prefer non-fiction, but this was meaty enough fiction that I didn't feel like I was wasting time. I started reading this book on a flight to Arizona and I couldn't put it down until I finished (except for required meetings, work, and child-rearing).
I am thrilled that I am on track to meet my reading goal. I am excited about the great books that I get to read over the next 8 months.
Do you have reading goals or books that you consider "must reads?" Share them in the comments.
