Late Bloomer

     It was in the begining of our marriage (almost 13 years ago) that I developed an extraordinary interest with books.  I was in my late 30's and I find it unusual because I really never had the inclination for books while growing up.  It was through the influence of my sister-in-law Chari and my growing desire to read to my daughter Ali that I started to buy books.  It was a delight for me to receive books as gifts from Chari.  They were books on parenting and women empowerment.
     I didn't really grow up being surrounded by books.  I don't even remember owning a story book when I was a child.  I only had the text books that were used inside my classroom.  And because I was more intimidated with big words rather than ever being enthralled with stories, I stayed away from books.
     Today, I delight myself with every treasure hunt for books from the leading bookstore to the ones that sell second hand or in booksales.  It is through reading that I understand myself better.  I begun to put words and understanding to my feelings and experiences.  The fun part of it all is that at my young age of 42, I enjoy children's books and the cool teen books.  But what I mostly love are books that inspire me to be a better mom.  I am a sucker for those topics.  Aside from parenting books, I enjoy reading about women empowerment, manners and etiquette,true stories of courage and valour.  I devour myself with all that could develop myself intellectually, spiritually and socially.  I sometimes wonder why I didn't have this thirst for knowledge while I was still n school. Wish I could go back and bring with me the enthusiasm for learning.  Wow!  Maybe I could change the course of my life.  I feel I am such a late bloomer...  but God's timing is perfect.  With Him, not a day is wasted.  So, I celebrate my passion to learn everyday.  I believe that as a mom, I hold the greatest influence with my children.  I am just grateful that I can introduce them to books, to learning, to endless possibilities.