Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Me Before You - Discussion

Book:  Me Before You by Jojo Mayes
Kathy theming the "bee tatoo and tights"
Meeting Place:  Rock Bottom, Orland Park, IL
Ratings on a 5 point scale:
Sherry - 3
Melissa - 3.75
Barbara - 5
Kathy - 2.75
Michaelene - 3.25
Tracy - 4

Joyce - 5
Average Rating:  3.8

Discussion:  We first discussed the significance of the title.  We all agreed there were many characters who supported the "me before you" mentality.  Next discussion was whether the legalized suicide was murder or mercy.  We had various answers.  All members with one exception would not want to live as a quadriplegic and understood Will's feelings.  It was a great discussion about a controversial topic, and everyone offered insightful comments.

On the education side, Joyce did some research on the Dignitas.  It is a real facility Switzerland, and costs $5300 to be "put down".
Happy Birthday Sher!

BCDP:  Joyce had each of us pick a number out of a hat, and Tracy was the winner again!  She won a beautiful box with assorted teas, just like the tea in the book.  Each member also received Lavender Citrus Tea bags and a Ruby Tuesday original recipe for a Lavender Infused Pear Martini.  

Recommendation:  There were 2 perfect "5" ratings and an average rating of 3.8, so highly recommended!  Very thought provoking!

Side note:  Happy birthday Sherry!  We brought cake in honor of Sherry aging another year!

    

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