Report by Mary Jo Stephens
Hello All:
We had a wonderful time at Claire's condo today (THANK YOU SO MUCH CLAIRE)!!!! Another spectacular, clear view of Mt. Washington along with great friends, wonderful food and plenty of wine!!! Book discussion was on The Cellist of Sarajevo (Marlena's pick) which everyone seemed to agree was a compelling book that we all wanted and couldn't wait to finish. The general consensus was that all 3 people in the book came to live a somewhat normal life and didn't give in to hopelessness and wouldn't allow the snipers to kill their spirit. Many yummy appetizers (veggies & dip, scoops & salsa dip, blue cheese & crackers, blue corn chips & salsa) & wine was consumed while the discussion was going on. We then chose our next book for July (Patricia's pick) which will be "We Took to the Woods" by Louise Dickinson Rich. Patricia will check with Selena for future books since the library is closing in 2 weeks and will update us on what she finds out.
Schedule for the next two months is as follows: June 27th-Mists of Avalon at Judy's house (time to be determined)
July 25th-We Took to the Woods at Diane's house (time to be determined)
August picks are for Stephanie
We were then treated to a fabulous dinner (Chicken & Veggie Kabobs-made by Claire & Joy with the help of Carol at the grill), grilled asparagus, a large tossed salad, sticky rice & bread. Followed by numerous fabulous desserts (Strawberry Cake (made with 5 lbs. of butter), Rubarb Pie, Lemon/Blueberry Cheesecake and a Creamy Mocha Frozen Dessert. WAY TOO MUCH FOOD! Actually the discussion at dinner and after was the highlight of the day, talking about HOT MEN IN UNIFORM (Diane & Joy were specifically referring to a cop in Campton & NY respectively) and we then thought how much fun it would be if we had a man in our book group but he would have to wear a different uniform each month and it couldn't be a postman! There was also some talk about a squeaky bed that Joy was referring to. LOTS and LOTS of good laughs and fun was had by all. For those of you that couldn't be there, we missed you terribly (especially you Kathy, who we are all hoping and praying that you get well soon so we can see your smiling face again!)
I've attached a few pics for you to see and will also post more on FB for those of you on there. If anyone would like more information on what we discussed today, just ask one of us and we'd be happy to elaborate......I would have put this on the blog, but for some strange reason I'm unable to do it, so sorry.
Hope you all have a wonderful June and enjoy Mists and see you on the 27th at Judy's.
Mj
Monday, May 31, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Select a book for July meeting
BOOK SELECTIONS FOR JULY WERE SUBMITTED BY PATRICIA:
THE SECRET RIVER by Kate Greenville
In 1806 William Thornbill, an illiterate English bargeman and a man of quick temper but deep compassion, steals a
load of wood and, as a part of his lenient sentence, is deported along with his beloved wife, Sal, to the New South
Wales colony in what would become Australia. THE SECRET RIVER is the tale of William and Sal's deep love for their
small, exotic corner of the new world, and William's gradual realization that if he wants to make a home for his family,
he must forcibly take the land from he people who came before him. THE SECRET RIVER has been internationally
praised as a magnificent, transporting work of historical fiction.
WE TOOK TO THE WOODS by Louise Dickinson Rich
In her early thirties, Louise Dickinson Rich took to the woods of Maine with her husband. They found their livelihood
and raised a family in the remote backcountry settlement of Middle Dam, in the Rangeley area. Louise made time after
morning chores to write about their lives. First published in 1942, WE TOOK TO THE WOODS became an instant
bestseller. But WE TOOK TO THE WOODS is more than an adventure story, more than a simple nature study; it
portrays a cherished dream awakened into full life. Written with warmth, enthusiasm, and humor, it is a book to stir
the imagination.
THE CROWNING GLORY OF CALLA LILY PONDER by Rebecca Wells
Remember those books of the YA YA SISTERHOOD? Same author - this book is a light read - but, a fun & meaningful
read! Takes place in the south and it is about Calla Lily Ponder - Yes, she was named after the Calla Lily flower!
Enjoyable read!
Vote by e-mail only if you are not going to be at the meeting.
THE SECRET RIVER by Kate Greenville
In 1806 William Thornbill, an illiterate English bargeman and a man of quick temper but deep compassion, steals a
load of wood and, as a part of his lenient sentence, is deported along with his beloved wife, Sal, to the New South
Wales colony in what would become Australia. THE SECRET RIVER is the tale of William and Sal's deep love for their
small, exotic corner of the new world, and William's gradual realization that if he wants to make a home for his family,
he must forcibly take the land from he people who came before him. THE SECRET RIVER has been internationally
praised as a magnificent, transporting work of historical fiction.
WE TOOK TO THE WOODS by Louise Dickinson Rich
In her early thirties, Louise Dickinson Rich took to the woods of Maine with her husband. They found their livelihood
and raised a family in the remote backcountry settlement of Middle Dam, in the Rangeley area. Louise made time after
morning chores to write about their lives. First published in 1942, WE TOOK TO THE WOODS became an instant
bestseller. But WE TOOK TO THE WOODS is more than an adventure story, more than a simple nature study; it
portrays a cherished dream awakened into full life. Written with warmth, enthusiasm, and humor, it is a book to stir
the imagination.
THE CROWNING GLORY OF CALLA LILY PONDER by Rebecca Wells
Remember those books of the YA YA SISTERHOOD? Same author - this book is a light read - but, a fun & meaningful
read! Takes place in the south and it is about Calla Lily Ponder - Yes, she was named after the Calla Lily flower!
Enjoyable read!
Vote by e-mail only if you are not going to be at the meeting.
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