Since I work in a library, this was the perfect puzzle for me! I must add however, we never have any liquid on or near our books. Our coffee breaks are enjoyed in the employee lounge. Our library patrons are not allowed drinks either, unless they are covered with a lid. Ahhh books...my love, my life.
"School days, school days, good old golden rule days,
Reading and writing and 'rithmetic, ------"
This used to be the start of my school year.
Retired and enjoying it --- which I never expected!
Love the bright colours of the books and must say I love to read, and turning the pages with anticipation. Not sure you can do anything like that with these electronic books.
"In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit." Albert Schweitzer
"There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you." Paramahansa Yogananda
Because of arthritis in my hands I had to give up reading books because it hurt too much to just keep the book open. With my Kindle, I can read until the last cow comes home with no pain. I've discovered that it is the stories I love and not the 'reading' per se.
globug
Sep 4, 2016
And especially the Albert Schweitzer quote
aussiesapphire
Sep 4, 2016
Happy for you darski, especially since you seem to enjoy your books. Hugs.
You're right nl. I would never put a cup of coffee or tea atop a book, nor do I do other things with books I see others do, i.e., spread them out, then place face down to keep one's place, put other books on top of them when they're open (a reverse of the above), put an elbow or forearm on one side of the opened book, or hold a soft cover book on one hand to read, curling the unread half in one's palm, etc. The great literature and studies found in books are the cornerstone of civilization and should be treated with care and due diligence.
They have 3 meeting rooms & they will allow them in 2 of them for parties.
Reading and writing and 'rithmetic, ------"
This used to be the start of my school year.
Retired and enjoying it --- which I never expected!
"In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit." Albert Schweitzer
"There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you." Paramahansa Yogananda
Good night, sweet dreams and God bless. Hugs.