A Book to Enjoy

Those of you who know me know that although I am a lover of language, for me to actually finish a book is ... well... an accomplishment.  I do read, actually a fair amount however books have never really been my thing.  I have tried to carry around a book and honestly I have always wished I could be more intrigued and enveloped by books but, sadly this have never been the case.  

For me, books draw the same appeal as movies.  I don't want to commit time to a movie if  it isn't going to be good...yes, I realize the holes in this logic.  To remedy this, I have been trying to read more books and watch more movies.  Movies have been an easy fix as I really only need to commit an evening but books, oh books, take commitment.  

The book that jumped into with both feet was called The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion.  This was a recommendation given to me and I am pleased to say was a perfect read to get into after not having finished a book for a few years.  It was a light yet captivating read about a rigid main character trying to find love in a world that isn't so rigid.  He is challenged by the world around him and needs to decide wether he will continue to live his life as he chooses or decides to be open to new experiences, changes and maybe letting people in.

I found myself identifying myself with a few of the characters in the story, especially the main character.  I feel that we have all been that rigid, narrow focused person at one moment or another and this read was a great opportunity to reflect on those moments and remember that being open to others and life is really where some of the most rewarding times and people come into your life.  

I finished this book just prior to 2016 and felt this was very fitting. Give it a read and let me know your thoughts and any other books I might enjoy.

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