Six of us gathered at Heather's house and petting zoo (two goats, a dog, a cat, two birds, and a beehive) to discuss Flowers in the Attic, a book many had read as teenagers. Heather had great food read for us - aside from cheeses and crackers and fruit, she made bacon-wrapped water chestnuts for appetizers; "butter chick" (two variations on an Indian dish, butter chicken and butter chickpeas) for the main course; and powdered donuts for dessert! (If you've read Flowers in the Attic, you'll know why.) Sushi and salads rounded out the meal, not to mention the white wine sangria. Thanks, Heather!
We had an interesting discussion of the book, which had many creepy aspects, but was a real product of its time. Written in 1979, it took a classical romance novel approach to rape, making it a prelude to love. We all agreed that wouldn't fly any more (thank goodness!).
After lots of laughter and a visit with the goats, we called it a night.
Next Meeting
Where: Leann's
When: Thursday, July 29
What: Fingerprints of God by Barbara Bradley Haggerty
