Are We There Yet?

Hello,

October is here!

We have enjoyed "listening" to Bessie and Sadie reminisce. Their stories are better than a dry textbook any old day. Although their life and family were not average, we have a good peek into what many African Americans overcame in order to possess the American dream.

Our family is not completely finished reading. We are close. But come Sunday dinner time, it will be a done deal. (Texas talk) Any one want to stop by and help clean a bucket or two of chitlins? (Arkansas heritage)

Remember to post pictures from around your table. Together we will be one big happy family.

As Jacqueline Woodson wrote, "We had a picnic this Sunday past. You should have been there." In this case, there is still time.

Sonja Gaddy and crew

Fort Worth, TX

Who has inspired you? How?

We find ourselves being so inspired by Mama and Papa - there love story, strength, commitment to their family, foresight and pride. We are certainly challenged to incorporate more of that into our daily lives.

Smith Family
Missour City, TX

 Wow!  Perhaps the Delany sisters discovered the key to becoming centenarians  - healthy exercise, like yoga!   I think I should try it...since I do plan to live to be at least 100 years old!
    

Great Read

    Wow!  Enjoying the book.  This is our second time reading it....I enjoy it so much each time!  I plan to live to be 107 years old!!   What do you think of the book?  Getting ready to go back and read....   Joyce Burges

Getting Started

      We hope everyone has their book and is getting started ...we can't wait to hear what you all think of it!

Make It Special

Hello, we're excited in Fort Worth about reading together. The books are off the shelf and ready to go. I think we will plan our Sunday Dinner menu first. The kids will choose their specialities. Someone around here mentioned chittlins. I don't know about that. But I did buy hot chocolate to give us our "Starbuck" mood while we read. Hopefully, it's not too hot outdoors to enjoy it. So what are you planning to do to enjoy your time reading together?

The Gaddy Family of Fort Worth, TX

Welcome to the NBHE Book Club Blog

Hello Families,

I am excited about this year's book club, and looking forward to exchanging feedback about the books we'll be reading.

Happy Reading,


Charron