I love to read, and lately I've noticed some eye fatigue after finishing a magazine or several pages of a book or computer-screen text. Reading glasses are, apparently, the solution. These are glasses just for extended reading, not for all-the-time use. Still, I wonder about what kind of frames to get. Is there a "style" for reading glasses? Do I get that little connected chain around my neck? All I can think of now is my high school Spanish teacher, who always wore his reading glasses, and that unobstructed steely gaze he would deliver when he'd tilt his head down. This is all new to me. Next week: a trip to the optician. Stay tuned.
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Behind Blue Eyes
It had to happen sooner or later. At a routine visit to my opthamologist for a check-up and exam, my doctor wrote me a prescription for reading glasses!
I love to read, and lately I've noticed some eye fatigue after finishing a magazine or several pages of a book or computer-screen text. Reading glasses are, apparently, the solution. These are glasses just for extended reading, not for all-the-time use. Still, I wonder about what kind of frames to get. Is there a "style" for reading glasses? Do I get that little connected chain around my neck? All I can think of now is my high school Spanish teacher, who always wore his reading glasses, and that unobstructed steely gaze he would deliver when he'd tilt his head down. This is all new to me. Next week: a trip to the optician. Stay tuned.
I love to read, and lately I've noticed some eye fatigue after finishing a magazine or several pages of a book or computer-screen text. Reading glasses are, apparently, the solution. These are glasses just for extended reading, not for all-the-time use. Still, I wonder about what kind of frames to get. Is there a "style" for reading glasses? Do I get that little connected chain around my neck? All I can think of now is my high school Spanish teacher, who always wore his reading glasses, and that unobstructed steely gaze he would deliver when he'd tilt his head down. This is all new to me. Next week: a trip to the optician. Stay tuned.
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I wear contacs everyday but every couple weeks I give my eyes a break and wear my glasses. I have dark brown frames that are sort of square.
when it comes to reading glasses, you can buy those anywear. my parents both wear reading glasses and they lose them all the time. they have a basket in the living room that is just filled with them. If you were getting eyeglasses I would say splurge....but since they're reading glasses get whatever pair feels the best. It's not like you're going to wear them walking down the street or to one of your concerts. You should never pay more than $40 for a pair.....and that's a nice pair.
Allison - You have no idea how much this helps. I've never had to think about anything like this before, and there was no "So You Need Reading Glasses" brochure at the opthamologist's office.
Seems "style" is not that much of an issue because I'd just wear them when I'm directing my attention to a book or magazine or a computer - when people are not looking at me. Oh, wait a minute ... I forgot about restaurant menus ... guess I'll start studying the wine list in advance!
Glad to be of help! I bought a pair of el cheapo magnifying glasses to use until my real reading glasses are ready. The 'real' ones are a metallic maroony purple that I intend perching on the end of my nose.
And as for brochures at the optician's:
"So, you're not as young as you thought you were - the real reasons why you can't read CD liner notes any more."
"What to do when your arms aren't long enough - how to cope with a focal length that is one foot beyond your reach."
Getting reading glasses is a big adjustment. I had to get mine my senior year of college. I will sometimes read without them on purpose just to prove I can see just fine :)
I thought about the cheap magnifying glasses but they made my eyes freak out and weren't comfortable. So I pay big for nice glasses with metal frames lenses designed just for my eyes. I'd recommend getting the kind of frames that have a bit of flex at the place where the arms meet the frame. You'll be taking them on and off a lot and the flex makes it easier and keeps the frames from going wonky so you don't have go get them adjusted all the time.
When you get your glasses your eyes will feel weird for a few weeks as they adjust and you may get headaches. But don't give in an not wear the glasses, it will only prolong your eyes getting used to them. Good luck!
Possbert - Your brochure ideas are hilarious! (Because they are grounded in truth!)
Stefanie - You are the voice of experience! Thanks so much for the sage advice. I will heed your instructions!
Egads! What a cool photo. You're a hoot. I'm glad I discovered your blog and am going to bookmark it. That is EXACTLY how I felt b4 I went to the eye dr. (I simply thought I was fatigued from having a newborn...)
BTW, it is ironic to have read that you got a Canon 500. I just bought that camera today for times when I can't tote the rebel around.
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