The beginning of another new year, and this year I decided I was NOT going to make any repeat resolutions that I've been unable to stick to in the past. So, no guilt about not attending the gym right away or throwing away that pack of smokes. This year my resolution is to start something that is fun and interesting for me to be involved in that doesn't focus on my job or my daughter, both of which happen to be the two biggest responsibilities in my life right now. Instead, I want to focus on something I truly enjoy, something that brings me pleasure, and that I know I will continue to do throughout the year. READING! Of course. Why didn't I think of it before? Many of my friends comment on how much I read and that I read a variety of books. So I'm using this blog as a way to document my journey.
I've been an avid reader since I was a child. I remember staying up until the wee hours reading Stephen King books as a young teenager. Usually because I was too scared to close my eyes. I recently joined Goodreads and enjoy the electronic format for "shelving" books on my to-read list. It's easier than those half scraps of paper left around the house and the bottom of my purse. I also bought a Kobo e-reader (before I knew Border's was going out of business) which came pre-loaded with 100 classics. Over the past few weeks I've discovered some other blogs from people who are doing reviews, challenges, and other things associated with reading. One site posted a challenge for 2012 and many people were sharing their reading goals for the year, such as reading 12 of this type of genre, and reading 12 more than what they read last year. I'm not sure how many I read last year. Goodreads says 19, but since I just joined the site, I don't think I was using all the functions properly. I know there were books I read that weren't listed under the nineteen. So, my goal will be of a bit different nature. I would like to continue reading what strikes my fancy and then blog about it. I would also like to continue following the other blogs I've discovered. If people happen to start following my blog, that would be great. More pressure for me to continue with my resolution.
So wish me luck. Happy New Year! 2012 is going to be great.
Welcome to the blogging world! My best advice that I can give to a new blogger is to have fun. Don't feel pressured to join a challenge or a group, or review a book because a publicist or author sent it to you if you just don't want to (and if you also haven't committed to it with them!). Blogging is a virtual extension of who you are so if something doesn't feel right to you, it probably isn't. Trust your instinct, read the books that you want, join a meme or a challenge because you want to... just enjoy!
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Natalie - thank you so much for your comment. Way to provide me with some positive reinforcement! And some very sound advice. I enjoy your blog and love the new design. I am so looking forward to incorporating this new aspect to my love of reading in my life.
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