I’m pretty sure that I’m not the only one who tries to make a point of visiting libraries and bookstores whenever travelling. There’s something so thrilling about surrounding yourself with books wherever in the world you happen to be. While it’s exciting to discover new authors and regional favourites, it’s also a lot of fun to see different versions of familiar books popping up in unlikely places. It’s liking see an old friend with a cool new hair colour – you still recognise your friend, but you’re delighted by their exciting new look!
And so, another haiku with related imagery from my trip to Japan! I do hope you’re not sick of Japan-related posts yet. Life has unfortunately not been particularly nice recently, so I’ve been longing for the free backpacking days of our adventure, and reliving the trip through the 5,000+ (!!!) photos we took.
In a foreign land,
Miles away from home, I see
familiar faces
Happy Friday, everyone! Have a great weekend! Anyone watching the Oscars on Sunday? I’m ashamed to admit that I’ve only seen one of the seven films nominated for Best Picture…oh well, at least I’m a book nerd, and not a film nerd, so I don’t have to feel too embarrassed!
Jane, please email me your postal address so I can get your book to you. You can choose YOU JUST WAIT or HERE WE GO. Just let me know which you’d like. Thanks!
Oh, I completely forgot I’d won – life has been a little hectic recently, but this reminder totally cheered me up! I’ll send you an email right away. 🙂
It is so cool to see these covers, Jane. Is that a manga version of Anne of Green Gables I spy?
Yes, it is! “Red-haired Anne”, as she is often called there, is very popular!
Hi Jane. Yes! Bookstores and libraries when traveling! I’m the same way. Love your haiku!
There’s just something so wonderful about being surrounded by books, wherever life takes you!
I imagine it would be really fun to find different versions of books in different places! Your haiku is the perfect description 🙂
It’s so neat to think of children all around the world having books in common. 🙂
I love those covers! When my oldest daughter was about 10, she was obsessed with Japan. We were always seeking out books like this (not that we could read them) and all things Japanese. 🙂
I was definitely also obsessed with all things Japanese as a kid – I never grew out of it! 😉