so glad you found something that can help you continue reading!
I might have problems reading on an ebook reader like this because in addition to the difficulty holding something, I have problems bending my neck. However, several years ago a friend gave me a membership to Audible, I got myself an iPod and have been reading audio books since. It's a terrific experience and when you combine a good book with a good narrator, it takes it's into a completely different level. You may also want to try that.
thanks for the tip!
Thanks Brad and Lene for your comments. I too have problems holding books without pain and due to strength issues as well, even small paperbacks if they are thick, so I appreciated the tip. We have an iPad but it's too heavy for holding. I was debating about Kindle versus the Barnes and Noble "Nook," which comes in a color version. I was leaning towards the Kindle, since it's more of a mainstream product. My problem is most of the books I'm interested in are not in a Kindle version, so I've been holding off.
For $139 on Amazon, here are all of the goodies you get with the Kindle:
Mother's Day is coming up.... I should put this on my wish list. :)
Hmmmmmmmmmm. I don't have any children. I wonder if all the stray cats I have cared for, and still care for, count? I even took care of a couple of stray dogs for 11 or 12 years. I think they should count as my children, don't you? I may have to plant some hints around the house...I could put a note on the fridge that says...Check Out Kindle On Amazon.....Looks Great!....Gee, I could really use this!
Do you all think that is subtle enough? 
V
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Hi, Brad!
I have been wondering about Kindles. I, too, have a problem holding a book from time to time, and I absolutely love to read. Nice to hear the Kindle is lightweight. Are they easy to read, even if you are outside?
Thanks!
V
Hi V,
I researched the E readers quite a bit, and the kindle seems to be the best, hands down. It uses something called electronic Ink, realy ink that is placed electronically, you would swear you are looking at a real page of paper. You can read it easily in even bright sunlight. The entire thing weighs like 8 oz! I really like it!
Brad