How often do you read a book just for fun

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I know we are all busy with our careers but there are times when it is good to get our mind off of business for a while.  I recently took the time to read a book. It was a nice diversion, and I finished it in just a couple of days.  

 

One book I recently read and loved is Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. It was a real page turner. This book tells the story about a fictional family whose "river rat" children triumphed despite the most horrific circumstances. It is based on the Tennessee Childrens Home Society and Georgia Tann who was involved in stealing and selling poor children to wealthy families.

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Sybil Campbell, REALTOR®, ABR, SFR, SRES

Long and Foster, REALTORS®

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Comments (20)

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I started a book for fun last week. The week has been incredibly busy and haven't picked it up since. Maybe tomorrow I will read. Reading is a great escape.

Apr 21, 2018 04:43 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I have not read a book since Easter...1982. No time and better things to do

Apr 21, 2018 05:06 PM
Kathy Streib
Room Service Home Staging - Delray Beach, FL
Home Stager - Palm Beach County,FL -561-914-6224

Hi Sybil- I always have a book going on my Kindle on my iPhone. I try to catch time when I'm sitting waiting for something. 

Apr 21, 2018 05:18 PM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Debbie Reynolds, I've heard it is very good for keeping our mind alert as well.

Apr 21, 2018 05:55 PM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

I love to read William Feela.

Apr 21, 2018 05:56 PM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Kathy Streib, I think it is a great way to pass the time and keep our mind sharp.

Apr 21, 2018 05:56 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, Keller Williams Fox Cities - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Hi Sybil,  Thanks for sharing this book.  I wish I had more time to read for fun - but there is always something else that comes up which takes priority.

Apr 21, 2018 08:34 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Sybil, a hundred years ago I was a Reader... then I became a book collector...now I am a reader again. I am basically reading one book a month for fun, Endre

Apr 21, 2018 09:10 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I'm always reading a book just for fun... is there really any other way to do it? No more "required" books since I finished graduate school.

Apr 22, 2018 03:52 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Thanks for the recommendation, Sybil.  I must confess that it's been some time since I've read a fun book.

Apr 22, 2018 04:39 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Sybil. Good question. My answer is as often as possible. It is like a mini vacation for me. I'll check out your suggestion too.

Apr 22, 2018 05:54 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By eXp Realty - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Sybil, when I read your title I thought wow not nearly enough. I need to get back into reading for fun and not just for business. I love to read and getting lost in a book is fun. 

Apr 22, 2018 07:15 AM
Roy Kelley
Realty Group Referrals - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing your book recommendation.

I read a book or two each week and usually blog about them.

Apr 22, 2018 09:00 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

I usually have to make myself start but then I'm glad I did Bob Crane  

Apr 22, 2018 11:48 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Good for you Endre Barath, Jr.

Apr 22, 2018 11:49 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

And some of those books were the best sleep aids ever Nina Hollander

Apr 22, 2018 11:50 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Gabe Sanders, I hope I've inspired you to read it or another good book. 

Apr 22, 2018 11:50 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Let me know if you read it and like it Sheila Anderson

Apr 22, 2018 11:51 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

I really think you would like that book Amanda S. Davidson.  

Apr 22, 2018 11:52 AM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Roy Kelley, So have you ever read a book by Lisa Wingate? 

Apr 22, 2018 11:53 AM
Roy Kelley

I do not think so.


I see that she has written over 20 books.


 

Apr 22, 2018 12:38 PM

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