Currently Reading

With a full schedule of summer classes, I've been in desperate need of a good book and extra time to read said book.  This week, despite having errands to run and cooking to do before family arrives on Friday, I've set aside 30 minutes each day for reading.  As someone who typically reads a book in one sitting, it's been an exercise in self-control.  Currently, I'm reading a book called Stay by Allie Larkin that is perfect for sunny summer afternoons.  It revolves around a woman who, after drinking entirely too much vodka, orders a German Shepherd "puppy" on the internet.  What she receives is a beast of a dog from Slovakia, who only responds to commands in slovak.  This story has been heartwarming and quirky, with cringe-worthy moments that make you blush for the heroine Savannah, a completely lovable and relatable main character.  As a dog owner, this books offers a great place to share in the laughter and frustration of owning a dog.  I can't help glancing at Sophie and sending up a prayer for her presence in my life as I read Stay.

I'm also re-reading I Was Told There'd Be Cake by Sloane Crosley.  From the first story titled The Pony Problem, I was completely hooked on her strange and sarcastic humor.  Definitely worth reading.   She has a new book of essays out called How Did You Get This Number that I can't wait to dive into....when it's released in paperback.

On a related side note: I've begun searching for new bookshelves.  My tiny three tier bookshelf from Target just isn't big enough to hold my growing, but still modest, home library.  Currently, I have several haphazard stacks of books strewn around the apartment.  I suppose I could just return to Target and buy two of the five tier shelves.  I think I'm hoping, against all practical reasoning, that I'll stumble upon two reasonably priced wooden bookshelves with a little more character.  Then I remember I'm still a college student who needs grocery money more than shelves.