This question was posed to me by one group of students. I was wrong, after I said I thought it came in April, we looked it up. Their response was that is Soooooo far away. Well it comes March 19, still a ways away. In response to their inquiry, our find, today is dedicated to finding ways to put a spring in my step. First step nail salon. next stop libraries.
Nail salon was ok, nail technicians needed spring in their steps. Next I visited two libraries. My neighborhood library and my alum library. One book for me, several for students and teachers. Joy in my heart.
Why do libraries put joy in my heart? I am unsure but they do. I love the smell of the books, I love being with others who love books, talking with the librarians, hearing conversations, observing others enjoy books….
Arriving at my neighborhood library around eleven this am picking up titles for students I witnessed a young family with their toddler just exploring books. They were encouraging book exploration, he picked up books, dropped them on the floor, they showed him how to pick them up and put them back on table, he did, picked them up, dropped them again, laughing with glee. Is this a literate activity you ask? Yes. Instilling the love for books, sharing with him a safe space where he can pick up books, drop them and laugh with glee. When he is ready, they or he will open and read. With continued practice, modeling, exposure he will be a great reader, lover of books and their homes. This is a fun article that explains that surrounding your child with books, opening them increases brain activity.
Behind the young adult section were two friends sitting on couches, discussing life. Divorce, finances and children. I assume their children were the ones in the computer lab working, getting stuff done. Life, friendship and literacy. Nothing better.
Made it home, now finishing upThe Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Cologan with How to Bake a Perfect Life by Barbara O’Neal and Under the Table by Stephanie Evanovich waiting for me. Snuggling with my doggos, candles, music and a drink in hand. Life is good. Spring may be a ways a way , nonetheless there is a spring in my step and joy in my heart. Life is good.
Light reads, fun, tomorrow dissertation work….
May you find what puts a spring in your step and joy in your heart as we wait for the world to unthaw.
fern
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Loved reading about your observations during your library visit. Sounds like a sanctuary from strife. Wonderful reminder of the resource available to all of us.
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