by Stephanie C.
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May 28, 2007

Reading or Television?

February 06, 2008 07:16 PM EST
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If given a choice, which would you rather do, read a good book or watch something on television?  I will be the first to admit that I enjoy the mind numbing practice of watching television especially when I am tired or just want to relax. I find time to read as well, but I would say my television hours far outweigh my reading hours. So, tell me which would you rather do ?
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Comments: 16

Susan B. Feb 6, 2008, 7:31pm EST
good book
Opps. I clicked 9 instead of 10.

I think I will begin to prefer reading. I like watching tv, but we are getting the cable cancelled soon. I can't wait. I think tv prevents me from being productive.
carmel m. Feb 6, 2008, 7:41pm EST
A bad book is better then tv.
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Feb 6, 2008, 7:49pm EST
Read! I read during the commercials if I do watch TV.
Pat S. Feb 6, 2008, 8:01pm EST
I am guilty of watching too much tv............Actually I would rather read a book ....Since I have gotten on gather though, even reading a book would be interrupting me...HAHA Now it is not the tv or reading............LOL I realize that gather was not a choice but there you have it...haha :O)
Rob Appell Feb 6, 2008, 9:07pm EST
I hate reading. The longest I read is a newspaper article. Give me the television any day!
☃ Aunt Shanny Feb 6, 2008, 9:07pm EST
I rarely watch tv. And when I am not on Gather, I have my nose in a book.
Katie R. Feb 6, 2008, 9:39pm EST
I honestly like both ... But I guess I'd have to say ... Book.
Jodie P. Feb 6, 2008, 11:58pm EST
TV all the way baby. I always say that I will just waite on the movie to came out. I love sitting back and watching a good show on TV to unwind after a hard days work.. It helps to relax me.
Andrea "slackermom" R. Feb 7, 2008, 3:39am EST
It really depends on my mood. If I want to relax, I'd rather read. If LOST is on, nothing is keeping me away.

I enjoy both. TV is easier when the kids are up or when I want to share an activity with family. Reading is almost a treat for me after everyone is gone to bed or out of the house.
Heather W. Feb 7, 2008, 5:13am EST
I prefer reading.
JoAnne D. Feb 7, 2008, 7:33am EST
Although I like to read I would pick TV because of it's variety in programming.
Austin Cushing Feb 7, 2008, 4:13pm EST
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Becca P. Feb 7, 2008, 8:17pm EST
Reading - hands down. As far as tv goes, I didn't even have one until I moved in with my current room mate. Even now, it's never on unless we rent a movie. When I "watch" tv with my boyfriend, I am reading a book at the same time (which irritates him no end).
Sarah (I want points) Feb 17, 2009, 2:53pm EST
It depends for me what kind of mood I'm in.
Eliza Hartley Aug 3, 2009, 12:55pm EDT
This is an interesting dilemma, Stephanie. I definitely think most people really struggle with this. Are you reading anything at the moment? I just published a discussion about August reading plans, and I'd love your input! Please join the conversation, and either share your reading plans or your recommendations! I'd really appreciate it. Thanks so much!

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