When I started blogging, I started devoting more and more of my free time to this new passion of mine. It effected my reading quite drastically.
I was reading one or two books per week before this. I am a person who likes to stick to known and familiar when choosing books to read. I try new authors when recommended to me by those who’s taste in reading is similar to mine.
I have read a few books from the writers of our blogging community too. Paula, Chris, Linda, and Mason are among them. Michnavs has a few poetry books published as well. I really enjoy these books.
I really enjoy a page-turner. A book you have to finish no mater how late it’s getting because you have to know what happens next.
Reading is such an engrossing activity. It takes you out of yourself and you forget your worries for a while. Right now I’m re-reading Agatha Christie, the complete works. Dr. Tanya recommend it to me. And though I’ve read these books at least two times each, I seem to have forgotten most of the stories.
So as I have reduced my posts per day, I’m finding more time to read. Turning pages way past my regular bedtime.

Written for Stream of Consciousness Saturday ;“page.” Hosted by Linda
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The lost post. 🙂
Blogging surely can produce some odd experiences.
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Lol! Sorry for the mixup.
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Wow, 1 to 2 books a week? I love reading, but I feel proud if I get 1 book done in a month..😁
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I have a lot of free time at my hands.
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A book a day, keeps reality away :))
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Haha! Isn’t that the truth! 😛
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I love to read! I will start a new book this weekend 😍
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I already have started 2. One from Mason and the other is Suze’s recommended PG Woodhouse!
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Awesome!
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Thanks 🙏🏼
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I was doing well in December, but life got in the way in January. Hopefully I will get back on track. I love a good page-turner.
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I have now reduced the number of posts per day, I hope I’ll have more time to read.
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I had to do that, too, Sadje.
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I too love being engrossed in a good book. In fact it is harder to find that time. I love traveling as I always take two books, just in case I finish one. Donna.
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Thanks Donna! Reading while traveling is the best way to pass time. I used to do that, now I have many books on my kindle, so life is easier
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😀 blog life changes quite a lot, but can be managed well for the continuity of all other things. Agreed. 💕🌟💕
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Thanks a lot my friend
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You’re most most, Sadje my friend. 💕🌟💕
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I love reading! I agree that it takes one on adventures from the comfort of one’s home.
It is always a blessings to re-read the queen of mystery’s works every so often. Happy Agatha Christie reading! Enjoy.
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Thanks a lot Suzette. It’s great fun.
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Yes!
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(Bouquets)
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Books-an escape from reality (For me).
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They often are. Specially if we are feeling overwhelmed, they calm us down.
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True!
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And just stay cozy in that world of books! True 🙂
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Very much so.
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I love to read but I do admire those who can read multiple books at a time 💜
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That happens when you don’t want to let go of either. So they are read side by side.
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Oh!! I just couldn’t do that, I do admire you 💜
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Thanks! It does results in a muddled up brain sometimes 🤣
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It certainly would with me 😜😜😜
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I make sure that both the books aren’t of the same genre!
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When the New Year started I unplugged from social media to read more because my reading was suffering because I spent way too much time on social media. I have since finished a 400 page book and I’m starting another one today.
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That’s good. Social media is mostly a waste of time.
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It is good to read, and Agatha Christie wrote some brilliant books.
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Oh yes, she’s one of my favorite authors
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By reading books we become more knowledgeable.This post is inspiring, Sadje 👍🏻
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Thank you Jane.
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Welcome Sadje.
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❤️❤️
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Ahh, I haven’t been reading at all, with the exception of all the reading I do in our blogging community. I just ordered three new books too. 😅 Maybe this summer.
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I just got back to it about a month ago! It’s fun.
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Ah, got it! That’s good. The books are beginning to stare at me. 😅 Time to make a choice and read some, I think.
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You’ll feel better for it
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Two of the best things about retirement are not having to get up early and reading when I want for as long as I want.
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Yes, that’s the fun of not heading for work every morning
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Like you, I was an avid reader before blogging–and I too love a page-turner! I’m glad you mentioned Agatha–I have several of her books on my shelf, just waiting for me 🙂 Blessings to you! ❤
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Thanks a lot Zelda. I hope you enjoy Agatha Christie.
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I’m sure I will 🙂
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Agatha Christie’s books and the Sherlock Holmes series are always my favourite detective novels to read and reread again! And I agree with you Sadje. Reading is such an engrossing activity and it’s so easy to lose yourself in it and forget about reality.
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Yes, they are great books because they not only entertain us but also gives us something to think about.
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Yes, exactly!
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Indeed! I grew up reading Agatha Christie and they are comfort reads. 🙂
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Cozy mysteries.
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I read a whole book today. So much went undone 🙁
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Some books are like that.
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I have to say that I adore this post! Reading is so very special to me. I make it a point to read no matter what. The previous year and year before I couldn’t read much owing several reasons but this year I am reading and reading as though my life depends upon it. I have read 5 books so far this year and I am super proud 😀
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That’s great Parikhit. I think my tally is at four till now. It’s great to get back to reading.
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It absolutely is!! And way to go on your reading progress 🙂
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Thanks my friend
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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I need to get back to reading more than just blogs. I miss my books!
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I have done that and I feel better now.
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