In today’s fast-paced, digital-centric world, physical books often seem like a relic of the past. E-books and audiobooks have become the go-to options for many, including university students. My two older girls, Alycia and Sherilyn, don’t even have physical textbooks for their courses—everything they need is in digital format.
Yet, amidst this shift, I’m proud and grateful that my daughters, especially Cass and Alycia, still cherish the joy of holding a physical book in their hands.
Alycia has always been one to take her love for books wherever she goes. No matter the destination, she ensures there’s room in her luggage for a novel or two. She reads them at the airport and on the plane.
Cass’s journey with books started at a young age. Petite as she was back then, she always insisted on carrying thick novels (Harry Potter was her favorite) with her whenever we went out. Her love for stories made her a voracious reader early on.
For a time, her interest in physical books waned, perhaps due to the allure of digital distractions or a busy schedule. But recently, her passion for flipping through pages has been reignited. Her current read? The Lord of the Rings. I marvel at her patience and determination as she dives into a book with such a tiny font that it would make my head spin and eyes turn blurry!
In a world where screens dominate, seeing my daughters choose physical books over their phones brings me so much joy. Holding a book encourages mindfulness, allowing the reader to truly immerse themselves in the story without the distractions of notifications or blue light. Reading is an essential activity for personal growth and development. It unlocks new ideas and perspectives, and improves your cognitive abilities.
Do you and your children still read physical books? I don’t because of my old age sight (‘old flower’) but I subscribe to online news and read them every day on my large screen PC 😁
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