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Hi, my name is Ashlei. Most people on Goodreads call me Ash because it is the name I used to intoduce myself when I first became involved on this site. So, either name is fine with me. I really hope I am posting this correctly, I mean,.the first ruele that comes out sounds pretty scary to me. Thank goodnesss I am not a writer, so at least I habe nothing to promote. I am, however, an eater of books, I devour them, always have. I am without a doubt a hopeless addict. I saw this group pop up on the main page of groups to join, but I was so very new then,.I would havee just felt completely intimidated. Now I am beyond thrilled this group exists because the bigger the group, usually even more books than smaller/average groups will be read. Alsso, a.large group with a lot ofgb people should hopefully.only mean more people to discuss books with. Not to mention. as soon as I saw some of the really cool and really good books tbis group has, is and will no.doubt continue.tom.read, I.knew even more.I.should.really join this.group. Thanks.for.lettti g me ramble.on somewhat nervously, and I really hope.I did this.right.
Oh yeah, I totally put my introduction in the wrong place, just like I said I more than likely had. I put my introduction in the "Comment" section, right after Kristi's introduction. So sorry, I hope it's not a problem, but I am extremely embarrassed.
Hi Ash,So glad to see you on this site. I enjoyed how you introduced yourself, especially when you wrote, "I'm an eater of books, I devour them ..."
It reminded me of an old Anglo-Saxon riddle from the 6thy century that asked the question, Who am I? It goes like this:
The creature ate its words
And it seemed to me strangely weird
When I heard this wonder,
That it devoured human speech.
A thief from the darkness
Gloriously mouthed the source of knowledge,
But the thief was none the wiser for the words in his mouth.
Cheers.
Thanks Carolyn. I absolutely love the riddle you quoted. I always enjoy the really ancient riddles that have been passed down through the ages. Of course, I usually go crazy trying to figure them out, then, when I finally get the answer I wonder how in the world I couldn't see it. I am looking forward to being a member of this group, and thanks again.
I'm Chris and I do audiobooks! I love mysteries . . . from dog sitting along with Dixie Hemmingway or baking up a batch with Goldie when I am not snacking at the Cookie Jar. But I wouldn't want McNally or Bosch, Elvis Cole, or even Stephanie Plum to be worried one bit; I may be running for my life with Lily Baird, Kinsey, or Izzy Spellman or out looking for Judge Deborah Knott.
I found that an armchair trip with Bryson is always a trip worth taking. But I also like to trek back through time--with or without the invention of wings--visiting Gap Creek, Savannah, Mitford, etc., and take a guided tour through politically incorrect histories while there.
Are you with me on this?
Absolutely awesome the way you wrote that. Quite impressive and admirable. Loved it.
Ash wrote: "Thanks Carolyn. I absolutely love the riddle you quoted. I always enjoy the really ancient riddles that have been passed down through the ages. Of course, I usually go crazy trying to figure them ..."
Did you figure out the answer to who am I? Or what am I? It's Bookworm.
Thanks for the answer Carolyn. I wish I could say I figured it out myself, but my brain has been a bit clogged lately.
No Chris, I have not read Inkheart. What is about?
Inkheart is about a family of bookbinders/librarians of sorts who discover the words on the pages come to life. Similar to Harry Potter. You walk away with absolutely nothing but the crazy journey.
Just picked up "The Girl Who Stopped Swimming." I just get GIDDY when I have a new book in my hands. Shoes used to do that to me, but I lost that thrill decades ago.
Kristi Jefferson