When I was younger, I had the freedom to do just that. But kids and life and responsibilities make reading a novel all the way through virtually impossible for me! I have weeks where I don't read fiction, and that makes me sad.
I ordered Karen Witemeyer's Stealing the Preacher a few weeks ago. I've heard tons of great things about her books, and I enjoyed meeting Karen at the ACFW conference this fall. But, again, the kids, the life, the busyness. The book stared at me, taunted me.
I didn't want to pick it up. I was going to love it. I knew it. And how would I put it down? How would I get the rest I desperately need each night? HOW??
Deep breaths.
I made a decision. I would read it in chunks. No matter how tempted I was to flip those pages until five in the morning, I would be strong.
And you know what? It's working. I was right--I do LOVE the book--but I read five or six chapters a night. I'm only halfway through it, and that's okay, because I have something to look forward to after dinner, and I'm not losing precious sleep.
Reading a novel over a period of time isn't my first choice, but if it will keep fiction in my life, I'm willing to do it!
How do you fit reading into your life?
Have a wonderful weekend!!
I fit it in whenever and wherever I can! LOL I am a reading junkie, though life has become too busy over here too it seems. Since I homeschool, I have to be careful with picking up books too b/c once one is in my hand I can very easy turn our school day into a "let's all read ALL day long today" day:)
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I'm the exact same way, Susan! It's so hard to put down a good book!! (I couldn't help myself--I finished it last night. Wonderful!!)
DeleteJill, you are right. There are times when life (responsibilities) can get in your way. I do read several chapters at a time, unless it's a small book. My problem is at night when the house is quiet and I can get really invested in the story. I will stay up late not realizing the time and the next morning I'm dragging.lol. Enjoy your book.
ReplyDeleteOh, Katrina, I've lost many a night to a good book. You are so not alone!
DeleteI read a lot in the car line. I'm in it for an hour! And I like to read before bed while Tim is watching shows I care nothing about like Survivor, Amazing Race and...Gray's Anatomy! ha!
ReplyDeleteI love that you have built-in reading time! It makes the boring car line something to look forward to. Smart!
DeleteSame as you. I don't have a lot of time but do it in spurts. Of course, if I have a free evening, I'll plow through as much as I can! :)
ReplyDeleteHappy reading. I love Karen's books.
It's hard, isn't it? Self control. Ugh! Thanks!!
DeleteI do a lot of reading while on my elliptical. It makes it so that I actually look forward to my workout time. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I was doing that last year on my treadmill! I should try it again. Thanks!
DeleteI would prefer to read all the way through, but I've paid dearly every single time I've stayed up into the wee hours. Let's just say my family would prefer that I get a decent night's sleep. I try to limit myself to a few chapters at a time these days.
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