Not everyone possesses a fiery, burning passion for reading, but as a future English teacher and an admirer of all things literature, it's in my DNA. But I happen to know that there are many people like me who pick up a good book and just can't seem to put it down and with that lifestyle comes some very real struggles in the day-to-day of an individual possessing a lifelong love of reading.
1. Have light, will read.
No matter how dim or how bright, you're a dedicated reader, so you're willing to sacrifice your vision for your own entertainment.
2. Let sleeping limbs lie.
Every serious reader knows that no reading position can be held comfortably for an extended period of time, but you can dream, right?
3. You came, you saw, you read.
You love to read, so naturally, everyone you know recommends a book to you. Little do they know, you've already read it...
4. Vocabulary schmocabulary.
Years upon years of intense reading have drastically expanded your lexicon, which often leaves your non-reader friends and family baffled and slightly annoyed.
5. Quotes on quotes on quotes.
It's no surprise that you can quote nearly any author and fictional character because you're incredibly well-read.
6. Paper over plastic.
You've been reading for years, so you're a little old-fashioned. Forget a Kindle or a Nook. Only the traditional paper or hardback suits you.
7. Will work for books.
You spend nearly every penny you earn on more books, so you should probably just get paid in books instead.
8. Pete and repeat.
You buy new books weekly, yet you still find yourself re-reading the ones you know are tried and true.
9. No vacancy.
Your collection of novels continues to expand but your living space doesn't.
10. Anytime, anywhere.
On a train, on a plane, even in the tub - it doesn't matter. You're passionate about reading, and you'll do it anywhere and everywhere.
Struggle or no, reading is an art, and we will continue to pursue it relentlessly. So, go forth, my fellow readers, and read on!
