A Book Lover's Wish

I was recently talking to my family when my mom mentioned that I had bought (yet another) bookshelf.
What count was I at now? Oh, that's right, 5. All crammed into my tiny bedroom.

My mom jokingly quipped that she hopes for the sake of her house that I'm not burying myself in books. (though I, of course don't see much wrong with that....) I quipped right back that when I got my own place an entire room would be dedicated as my own personal library- complete with floor to ceiling bookshelves (full!), a couch, a door to close (possible lock), and the only electronic device allowed in would be my nook... and a light, if that counts. :-)



My family does what they normally do when I go off on tangents- showing my inner fan girl, nerdy heart, which ever.... they just smile, nod, maybe pat my head- because they are at a loss of how to react to my, in their opinion, over-reaction.

This got me thinking: what are the wishes deep inside a book-lovers heart?

More books? (of course!)

Less waiting time between novels in series? (umm, I'd like the sequel now. right now. definitely not next year.)

SURE!

But for me, it's a place where I can go to read. To see all of my favorite books and series lined up, a place that could keep away daily stresses while I visit loved characters, exciting times, and brand new places.

My personal favorite!

A reading nook. A personal library.

And despite familial disbelief, I'm determined enough to see this happen.

Who needs a spare bedroom anyway?
pfft. No one is using that family room....