I could say I’m an open book
But that’s a lie
I’m more like a series
Lined up in order on a dusty bookshelf
The first book gives the reader general insight
With twists and turns woven in later chapters
I’m happy to lend the first book to anyone willing to read it
Some people judge by covers and hand it back immediately
Some people just don’t have the time or effort to get through the first one
Some people are willing to read the whole thing
But don’t quite understand
And never ask for the second book
There are few people who stick with it
Curious as to what the next has to offer
However, like a series
Following chapters don’t always live up to expectations
Sometimes they do
Sometimes readers go in with no expectations at all
Never fulfilled nor disappointed by the end
Only able to check this off as another bland read
There is no wrong response
Because no one has to read my series
I’m happy to share my story if asked
But cannot claim to be an open book
SWD 10/2016
Updated 07/2019
