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macintologist · Feb 15, 2007, 06:08 AM

I always take a Macworld magazine to the toilet with me everytime I go. I've been doing this so long that it's the only time I ever read that thing.

Macworld = toilet literature.

I wouldn't read it anywhere else.

What do you guys read/do on the toilet or is it always a quickie?

Edit: I was inspired to ask this question of all of you when I came across this pic

Dork. · Feb 15, 2007, 08:23 AM

Reading on the toilet? Isn't that why God invented laptops with wireless internet access?

jebjeb · Feb 15, 2007, 08:43 AM

The toilet is my equal primary reading place, along with the breakfast table. I have a magazine holder beside the toilet which is always full.

This is generally where I first read my issues of Evo, Autocar and Hifi News.

As long as I keep my magazines from overspilling the holder, my wife is ok with it!

Doofy · Feb 15, 2007, 09:22 AM

Currently, I've taken to playing Sonic The Hedgehog on my cell phone.

Although I agree with JebJeb - Evo is a fine publication to read in the small room.

jebjeb · Feb 15, 2007, 10:21 AM

Originally Posted by Doofy

Although I agree with JebJeb - Evo is a fine publication to read in the small room.

I would argue that Evo is the finest publication ever to grace the newstands! Superbly written and wonderfully photographed.

One of my minor claims to fame is that I once got letter of the month in Evo. Won a speed camera detector!

design219 · Feb 15, 2007, 10:28 AM

Only at home, and usually Stephen King. I tend to re-read them. Rarely do I read any thing I haven't read before when on the toilet.

Doofy · Feb 15, 2007, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by jebjeb

I would argue that Evo is the finest publication ever to grace the newstands! Superbly written and wonderfully photographed.

I stopped having it when they started having their obsession with Minis and other assorted small, underpowered cars. So, no idea what it's like at the moment.

Originally Posted by jebjeb

One of my minor claims to fame is that I once got letter of the month in Evo. Won a speed camera detector!

Sweet!

Bet you're glad they're illegal now.

wallinbl · Feb 15, 2007, 10:37 AM

I usually play solitaire on the treo. If someone left a newspaper in the stall, I'll read it.

wallinbl · Feb 15, 2007, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by Dork.

Reading on the toilet? Isn't that why God invented laptops with wireless internet access?

If I see a guy coming out of a stall with a laptop, I'm going to be stuck with thoughts I don't want to have.

osiris · Feb 15, 2007, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by Dork.

Reading on the toilet? Isn't that why God invented laptops with wireless internet access?

With an Apple portable? You'll burn your thighs out.

jebjeb · Feb 15, 2007, 10:43 AM

Originally Posted by Doofy

I stopped having it when they started having their obsession with Minis and other assorted small, underpowered cars. So, no idea what it's like at the moment.

I do remember that time, however, they are back and better than ever.

I never use the detector anymore. Was actually thinking of eBaying it or giving it away. Want something to keep you out of trouble with the big, bad government?!

Out of interest, I won the letter of the month by writing about the 80s/90s Peugeot ad with the 405 driving in front of the burning sugar canes fields to the sound of "take my breath away". Do you remember that? It was filmed at my granddads cane farm in Australia.

Anyway, back OT, I have always wondered how people use a laptop whilst on the throne. How do you balance it on your legs and see the screen or do you "lay back" a bit on the toilet so you can see the screen? Or do you rest it on the floor?

SirCastor · Feb 15, 2007, 10:47 AM

Originally Posted by osiris

With an Apple portable? You'll burn your thighs out.

Whereas with a Macintosh Portable, you only crush your thighs

I read typically whatever library book I have checked out. One that's for reading and not for learning flash for instance. Right Now it's the Motley Fool Investment guide.

strictlyplaid · Feb 15, 2007, 10:49 AM

Originally Posted by SirCastor

I read typically whatever library book I have checked out. One that's for reading and not for learning flash for instance. Right Now it's the Motley Fool Investment guide.

Library books on the toilet?!?

...I think I need a bigger book budget.

osiris · Feb 15, 2007, 10:50 AM

Originally Posted by SirCastor

Whereas with a Macintosh Portable, you only crush your thighs

I read typically whatever library book I have checked out. One that's for reading and not for learning flash for instance. Right Now it's the Motley Fool Investment guide.

That's why I won't even touch a library book. They're all tainted.

Doofy · Feb 15, 2007, 10:57 AM

Originally Posted by jebjeb

I never use the detector anymore. Was actually thinking of eBaying it or giving it away. Want something to keep you out of trouble with the big, bad government?!

*cough*yes*cough*

I'm moving to Brunstrom's neck of the woods in two months' time, so an original Road Angel would be a handy thing. If it's a Road Angel, PM me with how much you want for it.

Originally Posted by jebjeb

Out of interest, I won the letter of the month by writing about the 80s/90s Peugeot ad with the 405 driving in front of the burning sugar canes fields to the sound of "take my breath away". Do you remember that? It was filmed at my granddads cane farm in Australia.

Heh. I remember the letter even.

mdc · Feb 15, 2007, 11:08 AM

I have subscriptions to a few gaming magazines, FHM, and MacWorld and they all live in the bathroom. It's the only time I ever read them.

jebjeb · Feb 15, 2007, 01:02 PM

Originally Posted by Doofy

*cough*yes*cough*

I'm moving to Brunstrom's neck of the woods in two months' time, so an original Road Angel would be a handy thing. If it's a Road Angel, PM me with how much you want for it.

You have pm

besson3c · Feb 15, 2007, 01:19 PM

I like to catch up on my Where's Waldo when I'm on the toilet. I like looking for him.

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 01:35 PM

Read? How can I read when I've got a stream of water shooting up my arse?

Jawbone54 · Feb 15, 2007, 01:46 PM

Sports Illustrated comes with me on Wednesday-Saturday. Other times it's Four-Four-Two, or Wired. When I was young, I was all about bringing Archie comics with me to the pooper.

My hero:

Rumor · Feb 15, 2007, 01:49 PM

Uncle John's Ultimate Bathroom Reader when I am at home, I sh*t you not.

At work, I just read the local or regional news paper.

Rumor · Feb 15, 2007, 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by ::maroma::

Read? How can I read when I've got a stream of water shooting up my arse?

That scares me a little.

Jawbone54 · Feb 15, 2007, 01:52 PM

Yeah, it scares the crap out of me too. *snicker, snicker*

Dakar² · Feb 15, 2007, 01:54 PM

Originally Posted by Jawbone54

Yeah, it scares the crap out of me too. *snicker, snicker*

He'll be here all week, ladies & gents!

SirCastor · Feb 15, 2007, 01:56 PM

Originally Posted by ::maroma::

Read? How can I read when I've got a stream of water shooting up my arse?

I know it seems pretty freaky to people in the US, but if you use a Bideui (Spelling?) for a week, I'm pretty confidant that most people would use one if offered. They're nice on the bum, and do a heck of a better job than TP.

Jawbone54 · Feb 15, 2007, 02:09 PM

Originally Posted by SirCastor

I know it seems pretty freaky to people in the US, but if you use a Bideui (Spelling?) for a week, I'm pretty confidant that most people would use one if offered. They're nice on the bum, and do a heck of a better job than TP.

I wouldn't like the spray that gets on everything else. It'd feel like my whole butt took a shower and shook off some of the water onto my legs. Plus, wouldn't some of the spray splash the butt then go on to "other places?"

Dakar² · Feb 15, 2007, 02:16 PM

I find bidets useful to rehydrate after a particularly grueling session.

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 02:17 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar²

I find bidets useful to rehydrate after a particularly grueling session.

A grueling session of what, exactly?

BlueSky · Feb 15, 2007, 02:19 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar²

I find bidets useful to rehydrate after a particularly grueling session.

I might consider one if the spray came in mint flavor.

Rumor · Feb 15, 2007, 02:20 PM

Hersey squirts?

Ganesha · Feb 15, 2007, 02:29 PM

If you have enough time to read on the toilet, try eating more fiber.

Dakar² · Feb 15, 2007, 02:35 PM

I find it difficult to read with my eyes clenched tightly shut and my hands gripping the seat until my knuckles are white.

Rumor · Feb 15, 2007, 02:39 PM

Colonblow - natural, aggressive, humorous colon cleanse

Dakar² · Feb 15, 2007, 02:42 PM

The Real Colon Blow

Jawbone54 · Feb 15, 2007, 02:43 PM

RIP Phil Hartman.

wallinbl · Feb 15, 2007, 02:56 PM

Originally Posted by ::maroma::

Read? How can I read when I've got a stream of water shooting up my arse?

You have a $700 toilet seat? You must really like your ass!

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 03:03 PM

Originally Posted by wallinbl

You have a $700 toilet seat? You must really like your ass!

Yes, my ass and I are very close.

gururafiki · Feb 15, 2007, 03:19 PM

Originally Posted by wallinbl

You have a $700 toilet seat? You must really like your ass!

Here in Portland, we have a lot of european traditions, like lots of bikes, commuter trains, and fancy ass-cleaning toilets (just to name a few).

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 03:24 PM

Originally Posted by gururafiki

Here in Portland, we have a lot of european traditions, like lots of bikes, commuter trains, and fancy ass-cleaning toilets (just to name a few).

Are you talking about Portland, Oregon? Because I don't think I've ever seen a bidet in the 10+ years I've lived here.

slpdLoad · Feb 15, 2007, 03:28 PM

Originally Posted by Ganesha

If you have enough time to read on the toilet, try eating more fiber.

QFT

gururafiki · Feb 15, 2007, 04:00 PM

Originally Posted by ::maroma::

Are you talking about Portland, Oregon? Because I don't think I've ever seen a bidet in the 10+ years I've lived here.

Go to the Pittock Mansion, up by Skyline and Burnside.

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 04:17 PM

Originally Posted by gururafiki

Go to the Pittock Mansion, up by Skyline and Burnside.

Ah, haven't been there. But thats a damn good reason to check the place out!

MM-o4 · Feb 15, 2007, 06:21 PM

I have played my DS on occasion, but I'm all business on the toilet

-MM-

climber · 07:58 PM

I post to macnn, from my ibook...

Almost done...

One handed typing...

- - e r i k - - · Feb 15, 2007, 06:32 PM

Not with nintendogs though.

Atomic Rooster · Feb 15, 2007, 07:09 PM

Only intellectual stuff like Juggs.

MOTHERWELL · Feb 15, 2007, 07:28 PM

I usually read, but sometimes I play a lil guitar whilst pinching.

::maroma:: · Feb 15, 2007, 07:30 PM

Originally Posted by MOTHERWELL

but sometimes I play a lil guitar whilst pinching.

Sounds like primo podcast material to me.

Rumor · Feb 15, 2007, 07:54 PM

Originally Posted by climber

I post to mann, from my ibook...

Almost done...

One handed typing...

I don't even want to know what the other hand is doing.

SSharon · Feb 15, 2007, 08:18 PM

Back in Maryland I had a whole bookshelf in the bathroom for all the magazines I got. There were a few other books, but it was mainly computer/women mags.