This Week's Topic
This was a Let's Talk Bookish topic that I enjoyed on Dini's blog a few weeks ago. I have always said I don't want to read about myself. If all the character did was go to work, do chores, and read, that would be one boring book. I do, however, appreciate seeing some older characters.
I always felt like the main characters in the books I read were mid 20s to mid 30s range. I haven't been in that age range in a long time, and I like to think I still have some stories worth telling. Seeing characters my age or older is encouraging. My life did not work out the way I had hoped, and it's easy to get discouraged. Seeing older characters starting over, falling in love, or accomplishing something worth noting gives me faith that there is something wonderful on the horizon for me. It pumps me up a bit and helps keep me going.
I very rarely re-read books. I had re-read several of the Little House books for a reading challenge (those mid-western states are tough to check off), and it amazed me how differently the books hit. Reading a book through a child's lens versus an adult lens was like night and day. I definitely had a very different appreciation for how difficult things were during that time period and couldn't help by admire their grit and gratitude.
I always related to single mom and STEM characters, but now I find myself seeing caregivers as kindred spirits. I also remember a time when my daughter started college where I wanted to read about empty nesters. Again, I think it's the comfort I find in seeing them make it through all these situations which works to restore some of the hope I may have lost.
In short, it's nice to read for the season I am in because it can be comforting. I do like to have some variety, though, as reading is my escape.
Now it's your turn!
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