Don’t ask me what the weather is like right now, but last week we had the most beautiful week here in Connecticut. For me, that means an opportunity to indulge in my absolutely, hands-down, favorite activity: Reading a book on the back deck while I soak up the sunshine. It’s not too cold, and not too hot. I’m outside so I feel as if I’m doing something other than just holing up and reading (not that there’s anything wrong with that). And I can encourage the kids to come outside as well — either with a book or some bubbles or sidewalk chalk — and there’s no denying that fresh air is good for them.
What about you? Does spring increase your reading time and desire or does it fall by the wayside as you get involved in other activities?
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I love the “excuses” that What’s On Your Nightstand gives me to read more often!
It has been sunny here as well although a little cool. I turned down my hot tub so I can sit in it, enjoy the sun and read for an hour! Heaven.
We had great sunshine a day or two. Like Jennifer mentioned, I made sure to get outside and read, soaking up the sunshine!
A day or two of clouds n rain followed, but that’s okay–it IS spring, after all! I’m told the sunshine will return today–we’ll see, the fog is thick out there as of yet this morn. I’ve hope!!
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Spring is an extremely busy time for us, so there is probably less casual reading, but reading is one of my ways to relax, so I could never set it aside completely,
This was fun to write up, and I was a bit blog blocked today, so thanks for the idea! http://www.bookclubgirl.com/book_club_girl/2010/03/whats-on-your-nightstand.html
I agree- the beautiful weather makes reading outdoors sound wonderful. I can only hope for some free time to get that in. The stack(s) on my nightstand and elsewhere are overwhelming me.
I tend to get a little more reading done when the weather is nice. I get to sit and read while my daughter plays.
Ok Nise & Jennifer – I’m about ready to pull out my deck chair and bask in the sun while reading next.
Nap time cometh! =)