After a year and a half, I’m proud to say that our lady’s book club has finally come full circle and I’m thrilled to be hosting at my place for the second time. This month’s pick is “The Five People You Meet in Heaven” by Mitch Albom. This short story was a quick read and packed a lot of punch about life’s unanswered questions. Albom presents an interesting take on the after world and the connectivity between one life lesson to another. While I found Eddie’s character mildly entertaining, the overall message was powerful, inspiring and fulfilling. I hope somewhere in the distant future the after world is purposeful and deserving.

If you’re considering it, I found this book to be an easy weekend read. In fact, I think I spent more time coming up with an idea, shopping and preparing this meal than I did reading this book. On today’s menu is Cornish Game Hen stuffed with carrots, onions and thyme; oven-roasted potatoes and tri-colored carrots; and sauteed vegetables with a side of chicken and Trofe Colore macaroni. Of course, a bottle of red is only complementary. I’d like to think this meal was easy on the eyes and lite on the stomach.

Bon appetit!!