Recently, I have been spending time with my books — sorting through my collection, donating some that I no longer feel the need to keep, and making room for new stories and discoveries. Though they are hard to part with, there is something meaningful about passing along books that have been part of our lives so someone else can enjoy them and create their own memories.
During this process, I have also been spending time visiting one of my favorite bookstores. My mom has been reading more than I have these days, and it has been wonderful to see her rediscover the simple joy of getting lost in a book. Mom is a fan of Beverly Lewis so I found myself picking out Beverly Lewis novels for mom, knowing how much she would enjoy them. I often feel the most thoughtful gifts are the ones that invite someone to slow down, relax, and spend time in another world.
