Far Away Places

Books...I just love books.


What do I love the most? I love that it takes me to places I have never been. It removes me from my current situation and places me into a place of adventure. It brings me to a place of solace, a place where I can fully relax. 


The next thing I love about books is being sucked in, or swept off my feet, depending on the type of story. The latest series that has captured my interest is The Hunger Games. If you haven't read them, you should. It is an interesting story line. I am in the last book and each book has contained its own twists and turns. Its like the feeling of being on a roller coaster for me, the adrenaline and the rush of the excitement.


The other book I recently stumbled upon was called, The Tale of Three Trees. It is such an inspiring and encouraging story. Its about three trees who dream of being something greater. Greater to the extent of being used for the glory of God. I loved this twenty cent find at a local surplus store. There is an inscription in the front that describes that this book has been handed down from parents to children, retold in churches at Christmas and Easter, and even set to music and sung. How cool that I find this book on Good Friday, two days before Easter! Read it, when I did it gave me chills. 


It releases the pain. I can't explain it. But I also think God is giving me the opportunity to release the hurts by letting me escape my world into another.


Books not only bring you to far away places, but they can teach you and help you grow to become a better person. A good book exampling growth is the Bible. It is filled with stories on love, sacrifices, and adventure. Stories you can learn something in every age. I have read other books that God has given me. One in particular called The Introvert Advantage: How to Thrive in an Extrovert World. It opened my eyes and unlocked something in my brain. I knew I was always different. My mom thought I would grow out of it and become more outgoing. But God showed me I was different for a reason. I analyze things differently and  have really good observational skills. I am not always outgoing but that book equipped me with some skills that help me to be outgoing and extroverted when I need to be.


Books are good. I love books and the above reasons are why I love books. I am so thankful that God inspired so many people with words to entertain people's minds, especially mine.