Do you like to read in bed?

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Re: Do you like to read in bed?

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Sounds like a cool gadget. I love to read in bed. It’s where I’m the most comfortable. I have definitely dropped a big heavy book on my face though when I’ve been really tired. That hurts! Definitely don’t recommend.
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I definitely prefer reading in bed! Especially right before I go to sleep! I also sometimes enjoy reading in the evenings while sitting near a window with a cup of warm tea!
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I have a reading blanket, and just got a small light to attach to my bed frame instead of a bedside table light. Now I can reach over and pop it on and off! If the book is really good, I will prop up on a few pillows. I used to use a holder for my book, but could never get comfortable. These days, the book gets a mini pillow too! Reading in bed has become increasingly undervalued. It is a great way to let your body relax before bed. 10/10 for self-care tips!
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Yes! But only before sleeping for 10-20 minutes without that I like to read while sitting on my work table as it helps me to absorb myself into the story of the book.
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I can read anyway.Reading in bed is good if I would like to relax while reading
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It's my most preferred reading spot. Reading in bed has become such a habit of mine that I can't go to sleep without it.
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I find that I fall asleep much faster when I read in bed, but most days I'm too tired to read in bed. So I prefer reading when I'm fully awake and alert and can enjoy the book to its fullest.
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I like to do it in the afternoons because when you reach certain age, you become easily sleepy doing so. Still, I continue to do this with light readings or fanfics, as its pace is easy to digest and doesn´t require a lot of compromise.
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I used to read in bed almost nightly but now that I wear glasses I need to be sitting up. Hard to get comfortable with glasses on!
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I love to read in bed, it helps me unwind and relax and forget about any of the challenges of my day!
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Absolutely not. I would only end up sleeping and ruining the book. Had lots of experience with this and i can say it's a very bad idea for me
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No, reading in bed is not something I like to do. Just give me 20 minutes and I'm already asleep
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Post by Lorna Walters 1 »

I do read in bed. It is a very relaxing thing to do, and I like it. When in bed, I read not only books but also other things such as newspaper articles or information from websites. It is not unusual to see a book-bin beside my bed with a book or two that I am yet to read and another that I am reading. Of course, having multiple online book sources that can be accessed on my phone makes it super easy to get eBooks to add to my collection for reading in bed.
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Post by Angie828 »

Yes, I do like to read in bed. I find it to be very relaxing and a great way to fall asleep. I do not read in bed as much as I used to but keep thinking I need to get back to that.
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