How will another sketchbook compare?...

I was worried that, having filled my sketchbook bought in Barcelona I wouldn't be able to find another sketchbook that would compare! Then I found my Grandpa's notebook and felt that this should become my next sketchbook.

I've enjoyed using this book so much. I like the fact that it has previously been used and had another life before I even started drawing in it. I even found a phone number that I initially thought my Grandpa had written but on closer inspection I realised it must've been written by my Grandma as her handwriting was always a little more 'loopy.' My Mum has always said that my writing is just like my Grandpa's, small and very neat! Anyway, I'm getting off the point now.

You can see the phone number written on the above page but I haven't yet rung it. I guess I'll be a little disappointed if the number is no longer used or if it's for something quite mundane. I think I like the idea of it being an unknown, mystery number. I love a good mystery!

And so, the end of the sketchbook and I wonder what the ripped out pages were used for? Now I'm worried that I won't find another sketchbook to compare with this one. It's funny how things change! Maybe I should go and raid my Mother's house and see if I can find anymore books I may want to use?