Gosh, to say I started this blog with excitement and anticipation would have an understatement. Soon though my excitement waned, then it fizzled and eventually it was snuffed out. Why? Not sure, perhaps I chose the wrong type of format. I was trying to emulate a blog which I really enjoyed, one that touched on the day to day happening and how it affected you, how you thought it over, the conclusions that came about.
Well by trying to do what I enjoyed reading of someone else's led to two things happening. First, I felt my blog was just another thing on my "to do" list and it became more of a burden than an outlet of expression. Secondly, by trying to come up with this blog it sucked the time I had normally allowed to visit another blog out of my day. Now I could have simply allotted more time, but I spent way too much time online as many of my Facebook friends may know. Sometimes hours a night after coming home from work instead of other things which I know I should be doing. It's double-edged sword. I enjoy the computer and being online and all that comes with that but...I enjoy all the other stuff that happens when you are not clued with a laptop on your lap and keys rapidly pressed under your fingertips.
So that brings me to why am I blogging again today all of a sudden? Last night it came to me what I should have always used my blog for! I am an avid reader and enjoy all sorts of genres and writing styles and that is something I could share. I am not talking about book reviews per se, but maybe more along the lines of what I am reading, what I think about it, what I like and don't like in the book. Are you thinking, "That sure sounds like a review?" With a chuckle, I agree. But here is the thing I hope not to do...
I don't want to give a Cliff Notes version of the book I read, I don't want to fill a few paragraphs with all the nuances of the book or the spoilers that may ruin the whole reading process for another person. This isn't an assignment, I don't have to read a book and write a report in proof that I did read it, like we had to do back in school.
With that, you may notice my blog posting again. The frequency will depend on the book I am reading, some books I rip through because they are awesome and hold my attention and I simply cannot put them down. Other times, a book may take me a month or two to plow my way through. Some people may put a book down if it feels like pulling teeth, but for me I just can't. Once I dive in it feels like an obligation to finish. Ya just never know maybe a story that starts out slow, has weak characters will end with something monumental and life changing.
If you happen to drop by and see my take on a book that you've read and your take on it was entirely different, or deeper or whatever please comment and let me know. Perhaps a story I will read will open a door to one you may not have picked up on your own. This will be my very own one person book club and I welcome you to join if and when the mood hits! Happy reading!
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