We, who are dedicated romance fans, are firmly aware of the benefits to reading. We’ve heard the study results that show reading and doing things like crossword puzzles helps to maintain healthy brain activity as we grow older. We’ve each experienced in our own ways the life changing power of the written word.
Now one of my favorite fashion magazines even recognizes the benefits of reading:
Your turn: post your favorite link to an article about reading or romance, or share your favorite story about how reading has impacted your life in some specific instance or way. 
Please don’t be bothered if it takes me a bit to reply to your comments as I’m working on a book that was due much too long ago and trying very hard to come back from a nasty flu turned bronchitis.
Hugs to all,
Lucy 
Hey Lucy! How are you? I’ve been so terrible about keeping in touch. Sounds like you and your family are doing well
I can’t think of any specific examples, but I do know readng romances, especially in the various genres, has helped me with historical references and has definitely improved my vocabulary. So not only is reading them fun, it’s educational
Apparently there’s been some glitch and readers are finding it difficult to post their comments.
Sorry about that, folks. 
Hey, Stacy!
So good to “hear” from you. LOL I agree completely that romance can be educational. In so many ways. I’ll always credit Harlequin Presents novels with giving me my traveling bug. LOL