Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Bedside Reading

I usually have a couple of books that I am reading, or listening to at the same time. But on my bedside table I also have one of these little books. I came across this idea a couple of years ago and it has been lots of fun. These books are based on the concept of daily devotionals, historically religious in context, but these have a twist in that they are Intellectual Devotionals. they come in a variety of areas, of the two I have one covers the seven fields of knowledge, such as Monday is history, Tuesday, Literature, and so on; the other one is on American History. The idea is to read one entry or page everyday. Each book has 365 entry's for an entire year.



The other book with the same approach is one that as a gardener I am really enjoying. It is, The Bedside Book of the Garden. Like the Intellectual Devotionals, it is meant to be read one page a day.



I find it fun to read some new and interesting fact everyday. It might be something I am already familiar with but then it usually has some added tidbit that I was unaware of.



So, when I am ready to turn off the light I pick up one of these books and end my day learning a little something new...



...there is just so much to learn !


The beautiful red roses you see in these pictures are the last blooms of Prospero a David Austin rose of extravagant color and glorious multi petaled form.


Thank you for visiting me, I hope that you have a good book to whisk you off to sleep.



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23 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    beautiful roses.

    I like reading cookbooks before bedtime. and my big, heavy, serious novels--sure not to disrupt my dreams but put me right to sleep.

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  2. .October 4, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    I like the idea of one page reading at bedtime. I knew about the religious devotionals, but this is great too....nothing too heavy at bedtime.

    I usually dig through my piles of magazines and flip through one at bedtime. :)

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  3. hostess of the humble bungalowOctober 4, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Your choice in bedtime reading sounds very soothing and conducive to sleep.
    Your carriage clock is very sweet and a perfect size.

    My roses are are their last flush of blooming as fall is settling in.
    Prospero is very pretty.

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  4. Christine E-EOctober 4, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    can't believe I've not heard of Intellectual Devotionals... the one with the "brain" on the cover looks like a powerpoint slide Raleigh used in his workshops...

    I'm always looking for quote books - women's, nature, gratitudes etc - something positive to end my day thinking about - until I drift off to sleep.

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  5. CatherineOctober 4, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    What a good idea, I wish i had one like yours. It is very interesting and i am going to look for one. (Love your new header) Blessings Catherine

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  6. Pat@Back Porch MusingsOctober 4, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Beautiful idea and images, Adrienne.

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  7. HeatherOctober 5, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Oh I love books like that I do much of the same I have a stack of devotionals and such right by my bed. Great way to keep the brain in tip top shape and good for the soul too!! ~Beautiful flowers ~Love Heather

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  8. Musings from Kim K.October 5, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    I think my gardening husband needs your bedside gardening book for Christmas. What a fabulous way to end the night.

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  9. UnknownOctober 5, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    E' sempre un piacere venirti a trovare....
    Da quando รจ nato mio figlio la sera l'unico libro che riesco a leggere sono le favole...... :)
    Le tue rose sono deliziose....
    Buona girnata
    Baci
    Sabry!!

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  10. TriciaOctober 5, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    What a good idea. I'm usually blogging at night :)

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  11. AnnOctober 5, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I also have those kind of books,

    the ones you read everyday

    the ones with little stories or a page of inspiring things...

    I just love them.

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  12. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageOctober 5, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    I love all your choices! I love the cover of the garden book. I'll be looking for it!

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  13. Gail DixonOctober 5, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    A good way to keep the mind sharp. Great suggestions!

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  14. Ldy ~~ DyOctober 5, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Love your bedside books. I rarely get into bed without reading something. Then my prayers then off to sleep!! Oh... and I have the china you are displaying in your beautiful header! Hugs!!

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  15. Travel With LuluOctober 5, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    I love that you are always changing your header - always so beautiful regardless of season. I love the idea of reading something short daily - you are right, so much to learn, so little time!! XOL

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  16. HeatherOctober 6, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    I completely forgot that I have those books too! I should put them by my bedside too.

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  17. ~Lavender Dreamer~October 6, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    I love beautiful books and I always read before bed! ♥

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  18. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdOctober 7, 2011 at 3:57 AM

    I so wish I loved to read! Lots of envy for those of you who do. Thanks for stopping by.

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  19. Richard CottrellOctober 7, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    There is nothing better than taking to ones bed with a good book. Thanks for sharing. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  20. erleichdaOctober 7, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    what a beautiful book! and blog!! i`ll be visiting : )

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  21. GeorgiannaOctober 8, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Hi Adrienne, I'm so excited to discover these books. Thank you so much for sharing them. I used to always read in bed before going to sleep but the last few years have been so hectic. This is so inspirational. Love it!

    Georgianna

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  22. Honey at 2805October 9, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    What lovely choices you've made for your bedside reading! Your images are lovely!

    Thanks for sharing this lovely post at Potpourri Friday. I appreciate your participation!

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  23. very merry vintage styleOctober 11, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Such pretty pictures. Love your roses! Thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday; hope you'll be back this week!
    Mary

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