Michelle hosted book club again this month because Marc was in Paris (and still is)! We were celebrating Jana's birthday and opted to bring our own take-out rather than try to coordinate a nice dinner...life is so crazy for all of us this was a gift to ourselves.
We had one of our best book discussions ever (too bad Amy wasn't there) thanks to Every Last One by Anna Quindlen. It was beautifully written, though a little tough emotionally (I sobbed and felt shaken for days later) but such an interesting picture of motherhood and family life.
Michelle baked chocolate chip cookies (with browned butter) which we topped with ice cream and Jenn's fabulous homemade caramel.
Jana got to make a wish and blow out a candle, we gave her a $100 Amazon gift certificate.
Jenn got a new phone! She's baby stepping her way in the world of technology and no longer has to text with the number pad. She was flustered with trying to manage the new phone, but we're excited for her.
Cute Jenn.
Collette checking out GoodReads on her phone.
Max had work to do on the computer but I don't think our loud talking bothered him, he was in the zone.
Poor Michelle got the most uncomfortable seat in the house when we moved into the family room.
4 comments:
Michelle's cabinets look FABULOUS and so does her shiny microwave!!
The dessert looks heavenly and I like the idea of everyone bringing their own takeout, what a great idea for busy moms!
I will have to look into that book. I love being on Goodreads and getting all kinds of book suggestions. I think I am on my 31st for the year which sorta makes me sad...it seems to symbolize that I have no life?!
I have really enjoyed the Anna Quindlin books I've read--I want to read that and feel shaken!
I appreciate the heads up on a good book. Thank you.
Now that is one great idea for supper -- everybody bring your own.
I think we might really be onto something with the bring-your-own-takeout plan.
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