Books or e-readers?

It's s a tough choice, and I think it can, to some extent depend on your age ... maybe. I have to say that I recently purchased an iPad with the idea of being able to update all my listings whilst sitting in the comfort of my armchair, TV on, wifey on my left and cuppa tea on my right. Perfect. Of course, it didn't turn out that way, because the iPad is set up differently to my PC. Anyhooo, no matter, I do like the idea of being able to carry around all my magazine subscriptions and books on one little machine. If and when we ever get a chance to go on holiday again, I shall relish the thought of carrying a smaller suitcase not loaded down with 3 or 4 paperbacks.

But, with all that advanced technology, I have to say, I miss the smell of the paper and the artwork on the covers. Books to me, are like old friends: each one that is kept reminds me of a time, friends, events, as well as a good story line, or the inspiration & teaching that it provided. It isn't the same with the iPad. Maybe younger generations wont have the same sentimental attachment to paperbacks. On the other hand, paperbacks are trees, so I'm doing my bit to save the planet. And on the other hand (how many hands do I have?!) the technology is a bit confusing for my older brain.

Also, I miss being able to use a decent Bookmark! The little red touch-screen ribbon thingy is useful, but I do miss having something meaningful to mark my pages with.

If you're like me, you may enjoy some of the Sea Gems bookmarks which we have available in the shop. All of them have a meaningful symbol or design, and they are beautifully made. My pagan friends enjoy using the Triquetra book mark in their Book of Shadows or paper diaries/spell books. My Scottish friends are more than happy to proudly brandish their Thistle bookmark to passers-by. They make great conversational pieces, and are super affordable gifts too!