"A room without books
is like a body without a soul."
Marcus Tullius Cicero
It is exciting for me to visit a home with books generously displayed. I can sit in front of a book shelf identifying authors or subjects informing me of things the owner contemplates in his or her mind. It is entertaining to come across an author we each have read so we can chat about likes and dislikes.
Adventure runs across the pages of books and while my life is limited, reading is an excellent way to share travel, experience, and personal growth. I cannot imagine not having books to stimulate me; to build compassion for what I will never experience; and to educate me about different cultural beliefs.
A room filled with books offers energy to me. When I imagine all of the characters coming to life, the room becomes crowded with diversity. If I explore the authors style and intention, I can discover deeper wisdom. As I hold the book in my hand, the excitement begins. As I anxiously open the cover, I breathe life into the words patiently waiting to transform my ordinary moment into a spectacular discovery!
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