Like most mornings, I asked myself, "What are we going to do today?" I had no plans besides a grocery store run and finishing two loads of laundry. I decided a trip to the public library was a good idea. Books are Addalyn's favorite thing in the entire world and the nerd in me LOVES a good library so off we went.
Addy had a blast looking through the aisles and even though I steered her away from a couple of book choices that I found lame, she did the picking herself - a tale of a tall giraffe, a dog that turns "werepup" under a full moon, a bear trying to find his way and two Clifford the Big Red Dog books.
Going to the library as a child is one of my favorite memories. As I was using the self checkout today I realized things are slightly different than they used to be. I remember waiting for the librarian to stamp our books before we left and today I didn't need a librarian at all. I scanned my card, let the electronic mat scan my book, printed my receipt and headed out the door.
I would like to say that I wish things were how they used to be instead of all the technology taking over, but who am I to talk? I have a Kindle and was slightly disappointed when I had to switch over to a regular ol' paperback that I borrowed this week. But, there is something about looking through shelves of books that I just love. I may have to take a break from Kindle reading every now and again just for the satisfaction of going to the library and picking out a book.
I've already read Addy all 5 of her books and she has read them to herself at least twice since we've been home, plus asked to go back to the library again. I have a feeling we wont need the full 2 week checkout time frame.
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| Enjoying "Betsy B. Little" |
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| Enjoying non-library books she can't tear up. |
Sincerely Yours,
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