I'll admit I don't use a dictionary much when I am writing. Spellcheck has spoiled me and I probably limit my vocabulary as a result. When I am reading I pull

I'll admit I don't use a dictionary much when I am writing. Spellcheck has spoiled me and I probably limit my vocabulary as a result. When I am reading I pull out the dictionary all the time (most often on my phone) to look things up. I prefer the digital dictionary while reading because it's virtually instantaneous and doesn't impact my train-of-thought as much as a paper dictionary would. I also write down at least 1 word a day that is new to me or is notable and fun. Most recently I've written down "autodidact," "epithet," "pithy," and, after reading this blog post, "proprioception." I can see the value in using a paper dictionary when writing. I think I'll give it a try.