Feisty. It is the word that continually creeps to the forefront of my mind when I think about last night's GBC meeting and the ensuing discussion of Three Cups of Tea. The crowd was hearty though we missed some of our regulars. Pre-dinner, the kitchen was abuzz with recounts of local political items, job news, and mention of travel.
Once again, the menu followed the theme of the book with three pots (since we are many) of tea available as a welcome. Two of our members (guess who?) arrived in traditional dress of the Middle East as they delivered the jars of "Pennies for Peace" to be deposited for Mortenson's cause. Grilled lamb kebabs, chicken biryani, rice, cucumber and tomato salad, lentils, naan and a selection of chutneys covered the counter.
Not everyone was able to finish the book and it was clear that I had an advantage with the Young Readers Edition accidentally snagged from the local library. (It definitely had more photos.) As we discussed the book, however it was evident that significant passages were missing from the Young Reader's Edition. My version was a glimpse at the sad events but a tendency to focus on the happy; I am tempted to read the standard version to see what other details may have been excluded.
The schedule was set for several more months with some great suggestions for our reads. Watch your email for a summary from GBC Paige.
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