My reading has gone way down too. I used to read 2 novels a week or more but now it's like one a month. I did read the whole Twilight series in 4 days.
I downloaded free time and had no problems. Nothing has locked up and even my custom content is usable. I actually love free time. It is my favorite expansion pack yet. I usually don't like it if I am without insim or inteen, but I actually am enjoying it alot right now.