We read a lot of books in elementary school and I really enjoyed reading them. Twenty-five years later, I still recognize the books our teacher gave us. I still enjoy reading as an adult. Personally, I like to read a physical book instead of books online or on a Kindle. I like touching the book, smelling the book, the pages–even turning the pages. I'd rather turn the page than swipe on a phone or a tablet. I feel like it's just part of the experience. And, you know, it's just, it feels like holding the book in your hand is more meaningful and intimate. WIth a book, it feels more special.

My mother would take us to the library every single week to check out books. I really enjoyed reading through college. I still enjoy reading, but I don't read as much as I used to. Once reading was no longer mandatory, I started to read less. Lately, I’ve been meaning to get back into books. I want to keep my brain sharp and stay current with what’s going on in the world. I’m in the nonprofit world and want to start a community center so I have some research that I’m currently doing. I still have a library card.

My first favorite book series ever was one where this girl and her dog solved mysteries [“A Dog and His Girl Mysteries”]. I loved those books. I really like dogs and I was always a logic-loving, problem-solving kid. I don’t really go to libraries anymore. I probably stopped going when my school stopped doing reading month, which had to have been around fifth grade. Lately, I can’t say that I read super often. I mean, I’m so busy now that sitting down to open a book is really difficult for me; but I’ve been trying to remain engaged with novels by downloading and listening to books on my iPad.