Inspired by this blog post [http://cupofjo.com/2014/10/an-articles-club/] and Shauna Niequist's true love for the magic that happens when individuals gather around a table, I tapped three (uh...most) of my Cleveland gal pals, and introduced them to this idea. They agreed to jump in with me and this morning, we met for the second time. The idea is that we choose a topic, find a related article and read one a month. Then, we get together to talk about it and any other topic that surfaces (this morning that was doctors appointments, the monumental job that parenting will be some day, and general life updates). I am SUCH a fan and am thankful that these women jumped on board with my goals of creating consistent out-of-work relationships (check), intellectual conversation (check), and girlfriends with which to live life (check). Our time together has been such a blessing to me already and I know that time with our sweet Article Club will be something I cherish for a long time. It is proof to me that it doesn't take an army to create an environment that makes you feel loved. Community looks and feels different in this stage of life - it takes a little more commitment and courage to create it, and it is necessary all the same.
And if you're curious:
Meeting 1 Article: Friends of a Certain Age (the difficulties of making friends in the 'real world')
Meeting 2 Article: Sexist Dress Codes (I'm sure you've heard about this one)
