Whether you devour words daily and spout them forth on paper, or whether you simply like reading a good book every now again, all readers have at some point encountered that one story, or maybe several, that changed them. We are forever thankful for those stories. Perhaps they influenced your writing style, or even altered the way you think and act when it comes to daily life. I thought I wouuld share with ya'll some of the books I am most thankful for, which seemed especially pivotal at the time I read them. Enjoy!
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis. This was the first book I fell in love with. Yes, you CAN fall in love with stories, sometimes much more easily than you can fall in love with people. I remember starting it one week day night when I was seven. The next day I brought it to school to read between classes or when the teacher wasn't looking. When my mother picked me up I was standing outside my elementary reading the last chapter. I especially identified with Lucy, and for many years after I would day dream of and pretend I lived in Narnia. A part of me still belives that somewhere a magic wardrobe does exist, and all I have to do is tread through it with faith to find Narnia.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. I bought this book when I was ten years old, and read it aloud to my mother. As someone with no sisters who has always longed for them, that book enhanced my thirst while at the same time quencing it. The way the March sisters lovingly related to each other and practically approached their problems showed me at a young age how much more enjoyable life could be if I approached it with a thankful persepctive instead of focusing on the petty things. I've never really identitifed with the modern culture of teeange girls who seem permanently preoccupied with fashion, boys and the latest Starbucks drinks. The March sisters demonstrated how to enjoy the material things while never forgetting what was truly important. Furhtermore, Jo March mirrored me exactly, even down to the fine physical details. It's a little creepy.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Now this is kind of a weird one, considering this book is quite the downer. I read it for the first time when I was 14, and didn't fully understand it. Even so, the writing is beautiful and I remain in awe of Fitzgerald's clever cadence and knack for creating one-liners that stick with you even after one reading. Yes, all the characters are selfish and not all of them get what they deserve, but the fact that a book which leaves such a bad taste in your mouth could also remain so cherished, taught me a valuable lesson. Classic stories are not necessarily the most happy ones, or the ones that satisfy the reader. On the contrary they cause you to reflect, and maybe shake your head at the story.
What books are you thankful for? Let me know in the comments!
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Books I'm Thankful For
Whether you devour words daily and spout them forth on paper, or whether you simply like reading a good book every now again, all readers have at some point encountered that one story, or maybe several, that changed them. We are forever thankful for those stories. Perhaps they influenced your writing style, or even altered the way you think and act when it comes to daily life. I thought I wouuld share with ya'll some of the books I am most thankful for, which seemed especially pivotal at the time I read them. Enjoy!
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis. This was the first book I fell in love with. Yes, you CAN fall in love with stories, sometimes much more easily than you can fall in love with people. I remember starting it one week day night when I was seven. The next day I brought it to school to read between classes or when the teacher wasn't looking. When my mother picked me up I was standing outside my elementary reading the last chapter. I especially identified with Lucy, and for many years after I would day dream of and pretend I lived in Narnia. A part of me still belives that somewhere a magic wardrobe does exist, and all I have to do is tread through it with faith to find Narnia.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. I bought this book when I was ten years old, and read it aloud to my mother. As someone with no sisters who has always longed for them, that book enhanced my thirst while at the same time quencing it. The way the March sisters lovingly related to each other and practically approached their problems showed me at a young age how much more enjoyable life could be if I approached it with a thankful persepctive instead of focusing on the petty things. I've never really identitifed with the modern culture of teeange girls who seem permanently preoccupied with fashion, boys and the latest Starbucks drinks. The March sisters demonstrated how to enjoy the material things while never forgetting what was truly important. Furhtermore, Jo March mirrored me exactly, even down to the fine physical details. It's a little creepy.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Now this is kind of a weird one, considering this book is quite the downer. I read it for the first time when I was 14, and didn't fully understand it. Even so, the writing is beautiful and I remain in awe of Fitzgerald's clever cadence and knack for creating one-liners that stick with you even after one reading. Yes, all the characters are selfish and not all of them get what they deserve, but the fact that a book which leaves such a bad taste in your mouth could also remain so cherished, taught me a valuable lesson. Classic stories are not necessarily the most happy ones, or the ones that satisfy the reader. On the contrary they cause you to reflect, and maybe shake your head at the story.
What books are you thankful for? Let me know in the comments!
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis. This was the first book I fell in love with. Yes, you CAN fall in love with stories, sometimes much more easily than you can fall in love with people. I remember starting it one week day night when I was seven. The next day I brought it to school to read between classes or when the teacher wasn't looking. When my mother picked me up I was standing outside my elementary reading the last chapter. I especially identified with Lucy, and for many years after I would day dream of and pretend I lived in Narnia. A part of me still belives that somewhere a magic wardrobe does exist, and all I have to do is tread through it with faith to find Narnia.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. I bought this book when I was ten years old, and read it aloud to my mother. As someone with no sisters who has always longed for them, that book enhanced my thirst while at the same time quencing it. The way the March sisters lovingly related to each other and practically approached their problems showed me at a young age how much more enjoyable life could be if I approached it with a thankful persepctive instead of focusing on the petty things. I've never really identitifed with the modern culture of teeange girls who seem permanently preoccupied with fashion, boys and the latest Starbucks drinks. The March sisters demonstrated how to enjoy the material things while never forgetting what was truly important. Furhtermore, Jo March mirrored me exactly, even down to the fine physical details. It's a little creepy.
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Now this is kind of a weird one, considering this book is quite the downer. I read it for the first time when I was 14, and didn't fully understand it. Even so, the writing is beautiful and I remain in awe of Fitzgerald's clever cadence and knack for creating one-liners that stick with you even after one reading. Yes, all the characters are selfish and not all of them get what they deserve, but the fact that a book which leaves such a bad taste in your mouth could also remain so cherished, taught me a valuable lesson. Classic stories are not necessarily the most happy ones, or the ones that satisfy the reader. On the contrary they cause you to reflect, and maybe shake your head at the story.
What books are you thankful for? Let me know in the comments!
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