My bedside table is a bit messy these days, on it I have books, (I am especially reading Christopher Silvester's The Great Interviews of History), magazines that have articles on historical figures, movie and music magazines, a glucometer or glucose meter and my cell phone. All of these are of great importance to me, as they reflect my interests and passions, as well as my need to stay informed and healthy.
Starting with books, for example Christopher Silvester's The Great Interviews of History is a fascinating read that allows me to immerse myself in historical conversations that have shaped the world we live in. The interviews with major figures such as Martin Luther King Jr, Nelson Mandela , John Lennon and even Adolf Hitler offer unique insight into their thoughts and motivations, helping me to better understand history and the society we live in. Also, reading in general is a way for me to escape reality and immerse myself in different worlds and perspectives, especially enjoying biographies of famous people.
Film and music magazines are another important part of my bedside table, as I am passionate about both art forms. Keeping up with the latest news, reviews and interviews in the world of film and music allows me to enjoy these forms of entertainment even more. It also helps me discover new artists and films that I might not otherwise have known about.
The glucometer or glucose meter is a vital element for my health, as I have diabetes and must monitor my glucose level regularly. Maintaining proper control of my glucose allows me to stay healthy and prevent long-term complications. Therefore, this device is essential to my well-being and quality of life.
Finally, my cell phone is a tool I use to stay connected to the world and the people I care about. In addition to allowing me to stay in constant contact, my cell phone is a source of entertainment, information and organization. I can access news, social media, music, e-books and more, all from my cell phone.
Books and magazines have been and continue to be an invaluable source of knowledge, entertainment and inspiration for millions of people around the world like me. In addition, technology has advanced tremendously over the past few decades, enabling the development of devices such as the glucometer and the cell phone, which have changed the way we live and communicate.
Everything I have on my bedside table helps me grow as a person, both intellectually and emotionally. Books allow me to expand my mind, magazines keep me informed and entertained, the glucometer helps me take care of my health and my cell phone keeps me connected to the world. All of these tools are essential to my day-to-day life and overall well-being.
However, there are also negative perspectives regarding these items. For one, excessive cell phone use can lead to addiction and disconnection from reality. In addition, the information we consume through magazines and other media can be biased or manipulated, which can distort our perception of reality.
What is on my bedside table is of great importance to me, as it reflects my interests, passions and needs. Books and magazines allow me to keep learning and growing intellectually, the glucometer helps me stay healthy, and the cell phone keeps me connected to the world. Through these elements, I am able to enrich my life and maintain a balance between the physical and digital worlds.
This is my participation in the Weekend-Engagement topics: WEEK 208, suggested by 
For this weekend I chose the following topic:
What's in and on your bedside table and why? Share it with us and remember to use your own photos.
I wish you all a happy weekend with your family and loved ones! . Thank you for visiting me.
All images are my property. The first image was modified with the graphic design program Canva. All images were taken with my Umidigi F2 cell phone, except for the first and the last one which was taken with my Iphone4 cell phone.
