I say "Nerd Alert" as an endearing comment:) Chris the last couple of years has become an avid reader, reading on his way to and from work (when it's not his turn to drive:) and every night before he goes to sleep. Every time I see him reading, I do call him a nerd (with love:), but the truth is I envy him. I wish I was a reader. Ever since I was little I have associated reading as work... I had to read books for book reports, study textbooks and articles in college for presentations and papers, etc. Even when I try to read a book for enjoyment and actually like the book, I find myself counting down the number of pages left before the chapter is over. Because then, I can feel like I have read enough yet still be done with it for the day. My philosophy has always been, "If there is a movie about it, let's watch the movie!!"
Well, Mitchell loves books. He's currently reading at a 5th grade level. Haha, ok, maybe not. Even though he can't read yet, he loves looking at the pictures and loves turning the pages himself. I love this and want to encourage this for the rest of his life. Because they say readers are smart:) So, since children learn best by example, I'm trying to change my ways. So, are you ready for this? I joined a book club. Say what?!!
Last month was my first meeting with the club, and beyond encouraging me to read, I love the friendships I'm making with some great gals. It is still a challenge to get me excited about reading, but I'm trying. I went to our local library and checked out this month's book, and well... it's not going great:) Haha, I have only read the first chapter so far (in 2 weeks), but I'm starting to pick up the pace. Baby steps right?
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| This month's book. |
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| Trip to the library. Mitchell enjoyed the pond. Well, when he wasn't browsing the reference and journal sections:) |
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| Skylight at the library. Mitchell could not take his eyes off of it. Our local library is a really pretty library, we enjoyed it. |
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| After his breakfast, we have reading time. Mitchell loves it!! |
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| The end, all done:) |
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