At a hockey game a few weeks ago, I heard a conversation happening behind me during a pause in the game. “What are you reading?” a voice said. “Oh, it’s a book for my book club,” said the other lady. I obviously looked back to see what she was reading, and it was Lullabies for Little Criminals by Heather O’Neill.
Now, every time I go to the stadium, I sneak a look at this lady. During every single break in play, she’s reading. It warms my heart!
Source: TMZ
This has me thinking: what’s the strangest place I’ve ever read a book? Or the strangest place I’ve seen someone reading? Here are a few examples of what I’ve seen and heard.
1. At The Movie Theater
A friend of mine always takes a book (and sometimes two) to the movies, in case things get boring.
Source: Misadventures With Andi
2. On The Ferry
As part of my city’s transit system, we have two ferries that travel across the harbor. It’s about a 13 minute ride, and I always see people reading.
Source: Wikimedia
3. In A Hunting Stand
My mom’s friend heads to her tree stand every year during deer hunting season and she always takes a book.
Source: The Hibbitts
4. On The Toilet
Yep. I know. I won’t tell you who I’ve seen do this but… I guess it makes sense?
Source: Imgur
5. While Knitting
My sister does this! Or she tries to, anyway. I don’t think she’s always successful.
Source: Books And Art
6. On The Treadmill
I’ve tried to do this myself, but without success. Other gym rats, however, have no problem with it.
Source: Easy Book Clip
7. On A Bicycle
When I was a kid, I tried to read as I was cycling to school. It did not end well.
Source: The Oval Blog
8. In The Bathtub
This is one of my faves. It doesn’t get any better than a soak and a novel!
9. While Brushing Your Teeth
Umm… okay? No judgment, I guess.
Source: Curious Firsties
10. At Red Lights, While Driving To Work
All I know is that I better not get hit by someone who’s reading. I will NOT be sympathetic!
Source: News Times
11. On The Side Of A Cliff
No. Just no. I don’t do heights.
Source: Jenk’s Public Schools
12. While Washing Dishes
I’ve heard of trying to make chores more fun, but this one is a bit much. And a bit messy, I bet.
Source: Hollywood Journal
13. In The Swimming Pool
Hey, why didn’t I think of this?
Source: Story Croft
14. While Cooking Dinner
Guilty. I’ve done it. Although audiobooks make it way easier.
Source: Rebecca Hazelton
15. Sitting In A Snowbank
Not the coziest spot, in my opinion, but why not?
Source: Bookstart Bear’s Blog
16. At Your Own Wedding
This will be me someday. White dress, handsome groom, fantastic novel; best day ever.
Source: Kelly Hornberger Photography
I even heard about a man who brought a book to a funeral! He said he was with some friends and he didn’t personally know the deceased or the family at all, so he quietly sat in the back of the parlor and read.
What or where is the strangest place you’ve ever read a book?
YouTube Channel: Book Riot
Featured image via The Stiletto Gang
