I like this room very much. I like the idea of having a room devoted to escaping to another world. Although maybe the amount of books might make one feel a little overwhelmed. Would I even have the time to read each one?

Twice this week I have visited coffee shops with members of my family. (Today was the second time.) Both times I've noticed how loud my family is, even in public. I'm certain the other coffee shop goers had the chance to hear the conversation as I heard it. It's no wonder I crave quiet, solitary places (like a secret reading room) for a change of pace. Of course, I don't mind being from a loud family... it's just interesting how much noise can fill up one room.

Also, I think it's adorable that as I took off items from my bagel sandwich both my parents looked at me with a look of absolute horror. It's amazing that I didn't hear the question, "Were you raised in a barn?" No need to worry, though, they quickly finished the items I had discarded. No food on my plate was wasted, thank goodness.