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Oh I kid.
So, in 2014 I read 46 books. Now there are currently only 45 books on the right side bar of the blog, but I have three more chapters to go before I finish my favorite book ever, so I am definitely counting that as my 46th book read this year, as I will finish it on Wednesday. That isn't a bad number for me and I am grateful for the extra time to read now that the little ones are a little less labor intensive. I still have many days that go by that I'm not able read at all, but I love that there are so many that I can. It truly is one of my favorite things to do--without question.
So without further rambling...
The Book of Mormon
The link above shares my feelings for this book. I actually don't know how many times I have read it, but it is a lot (I still read it two times each year). But no matter how many times I read it, it still changes me with every reading. I love it so much and am so grateful for it.
Wonder
How to describe this books? I just think it should be required reading for every child age 10 and above (or so). And every adult, no matter what age they act. This book will change how you treat others around you. I guarantee it. Or at least it should.
Drops of Gold
I pretty much like any book by Sarah Eden. And this one was such a fun read. I don't have a lot to say about it, except it made me happy.
Motherhood Realized
This is a tremendous book about motherhood and the privilege it is, the choices we make and how we need to be kind to ourselves and to others. I liked it a whole lot.
Seeking Persephone
Although I just mentioned that I like most any book by Sarah Eden, I think if I had to choose a favorite, this one would win. Oh man, I loved this book.
The Selection
Oh this book was just fun. It didn't change any part of me or make me wiser or kinder, but sometimes I just love reading fun books that don't make me have to focus too hard (especially with my tired brain these days). I liked it so much I read the next two in the series.
The Romeo and Juliet Code
I read this book when Annie finished it and really liked it. I almost didn't give it a chance after the first few pages (what a strange beginning), but I'm glad I did. I liked the story and the writing style was unique. Even though it was a book for youth, I was glad I read it.
My Home Runneth Over
A few months ago, my cute grandma sent some things my way to give to different family members, and she included this book for me. It is an older book and the author's silliness made me laugh plenty. I truly was so grateful to have read it. It made me think differently about my family and why I choose to do what I do and what a blessing my children are to me.
The Peacegiver
If I were listing books in the actual order I loved them, this book would be right under The Book of Mormon. No question or doubt. And not just for the year 2014. It changed my thinking and how I interact with literally every person I meet, whether I know them or not. I still have so far to go, but oh how I loved this book and what it taught. Life changing to be sure.
The Mistletoe Promise
Oh man, was this sappy and sweet. And I loved it.
Happy reading fabulous people!
