I forgot how genius the library was.
No, really. I’ve been going to to bookstore for so long, coveting books that I couldn’t quite own. I forgot how wonderful it was to be able to borrow a book, read it, give it back, and not have to pay a dime. Well, I had to pay $3 really. $2 to replace the library card that I lost (perhaps stolen… It could have been in my wallet lo those many months ago when it went “missing.” But I digress), and another $1 to pay a fine I didn’t know I had.
It’s a good deal, though, when you think about it. I tend to borrow 5-7 books at a time, and finish them easily in three weeks. And then, I get to do it all over again. Genius I tell you. I can’t believe I forgot about the library.
Right now I’m reading The Mists of Avalon, by Marion Zimmer Bradly which I have wanted for awhile now. I’m such a sucker for the Arthurian myth and time period. I am pretty sure that if I had to choose a period/genre of literature for study (and I’m almost positive that I will have to if I transfer), this is it for me. I can’t explain my draw to this myth.
Anyway, the book is different. Interesting. And long, which is always a major qualifier for what I choose to read. I saw it while I was browsing the stacks, and it jumped into my arms. Along with another book by Bradley, two knitting books, The Rule of Four by Ian Caldwell, and two books for my sister.
So, at least now I remember that while I may not be able to afford all the books I want, I can at least read all the books that interest me.
- “My Girl’s Ex-Boyfriend,” MmmHmm: Relient K.
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