June Pick

One of the best-loved novels of all time:

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen




Kimi's thoughts...
Although this book was written nearly 200 years ago, the themes and exploration of society are still relevant today. If you have never read this book, you are in for a treat. If you have read it in the past, I think you'll like it better this time around.
*Word of caution: It does start a little slow as characters are developed. Keep reading, the story line picks up.
*Check out the movie "Becoming Jane" prior to or while reading this book- it's a great peek into the life of Jane Austen and her writing Pride and Prejudice. It's not available at Redbox anymore, but the Salt Lake County libraries have it (as well as Blockbuster).

Anybody reading??

If you had a chance to read May's book- please comment on it. I'd love to read what other people thought of it.

I don't have many emails for extended family--- remember I'm old and old-fashioned!
Please feel free to forward this to your family and close friends contacts, especially our Colorado family members. It is just fine if people are too busy or just not interested-- no offense will be taken by non-participation; I just don't want to hurt anyone's feelings by not inviting them. Any of our extended family by birth, marriage-- or just being a "quasi-Livingston" by being a close friend should be invited. SO, PLEASE, help pass along the invitation to all Livingston's and Livingston want-to-be's.

May Book of the Month

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

Thoughts from Roger....

In a way, this is not only a biography about Franklin, but it is also the story of America. His rags to riches life story epitomizes the American notion that regardless of status or circumstances at birth, all of us can achieve and serve in a remarkable and wonderful way.

Hope you all enjoy reading (or re-reading) this selection!