A good book on your shelf is a friend that turns its back on you and remains a friend. ~ Author Unknown

A loyal companion, a true friend, a complete philosopher and an ultimate guide.. Words will be insufficient to describe this special friend who has been there ever since I embarked on this journey to discover myself. This thirst for knowledge which almost compels you to explore the depths of your mind, feelings and even questions your own beliefs. So ever since this search began these books have been my friends (actually innumerable) forever. It’s been a long association ever since… trying to recall.

It all started when as a 3 year old scribbled on the walls of the house, till I could read those letters.. I would say that must have been the second most blessed day of my life (the first being the day I was born). The day I could read. But the never ending romance had just began at the tender age of six, when I received my first book as a prize. And that was it, my hunger stays insatiable till today. Yes of course the content differed, from elves and princes in fairy tales to handsome protagonist in the M&B novels.. Then somewhere down the line I tried to add more meaning to what I read, that meant self help, positive thinking, occult sciences etc etc.. Phew! There is no end to what one could read. My reading varied from novels and magazines for pure entertainment to spiritual books for pure wisdom, and yes for the fantasies the fairy tales do continue (with Harry Potter though)… the list would be endless.

With the passage of time and the enslavement and handiness of the ‘internet’ I do feel detached at times. The ritual seems incomplete without having to uncover the first page, the smell of fresh paper and ink and the crisp feel of every page you turn. It’s a perfect companion who won’t ditch you for the cup of coffee, or on your holidays and in bed too!!

With each passing day this bond is inseparable and this love-affair of self discovery continues so to say…

Finally it didn’t matter what I discovered, but what part of me was unveiled…

Let books be your dining table,
And you shall be full of delights
Let them be your mattress
And you shall sleep restful nights.
~Author Unknown