003. - Book Club!

[helpdesk_hero]

Alright, so I've suggested this a little to some friends of mine, but I'm thinking about throwing this out a bit wider.

I'm thinking about starting up a book club. Less in the style of book of the month and more organizing one or possibly more groups who can share books or even genres they love most with other people. People would still do the whole guiding discussion but not looking for high end critique so much as just talking about it.

We all need something to unwind and I don't doubt some of us are really fans of reading. I would think the arrangement might work best with members willing to buy their own books. I think for the first few meetings I'd be willing to cook either a simple meal or some finger foods to enjoy, but people could also volunteer to provide food or drinks.


Anyone interested in the idea?

Comments

[madlove]

Are you the one who keeps doing the dishes I leave in the sink?

I figured that was Lou.

[helpdesk_hero]

I'm a trained chef, so yes, a dirty work space doesn't appeal to me. So I've been doing the dishes. And cleaning the counters. And mopping the floor.

[And usually when he's hoping his housemates aren't around. He unfortunately has to leave some skin bare to clean.]

[madlove]

No kidding. And here I thought the hyenas were pitching in for once.

Wait wait wait. A trained chef? Why have I been eating ravioli out of a can?

[ Answer: because most things she tries to cook end up burnt. Truly, the kitchen messes she’s left have been epic. ]

[helpdesk_hero]

[And heart breaking messes. David has gotten some of his own cookware and has it up in his room.]

Because you're not cooking it?

[madlove]

Who cooks canned ravioli?

[helpdesk_hero]

There... there is literally instructions on the can for how to do it.

You're supposed to heat it.

[madlove]

Those aren’t just suggestions?

[helpdesk_hero]

No. They're... It SAYS they're directions.

[Okay, now he's frustrated.]

Do you have any food allergies?

[madlove]

Yeah, but directions are meant to be broken.


I cry when I chop onions. Does that count?

[helpdesk_hero]

Uh, directions get you to where you're going. So no, they're sorta not?

No, it doesn't count. I'm talking about things that could lead to anaphylactic shock.

[madlove]

Did you know there are multiple ways to get where you’re going?

I once almost choked to death on a peanut.

[helpdesk_hero]

[His kingdom for sane people.]

I'm trying to figure out what is safe for you to eat so I can make a casserole.

[madlove]

[ Not in this house, buddy. ]

You’re going to cook me dinner?

[helpdesk_hero]

[You're hurting him in his psychology degrees.]

I'm going to cook a casserole. And leave it for people in the house to eat. That doesn't mean I'm cooking specifically for you.

[madlove]

[ Talk psychology to her. She’ll love that. ]

Bummer. And here I was about to say no one’s ever cooked dinner for me before.

[helpdesk_hero]

[Well he might do it if he's prompted to. But he's not willing to right now.]

Well, you can say it's for you? But I don't want to upset our other housemates.

[madlove]

Nah. They’ll never even know it was there.

[helpdesk_hero]

And if they do? I don't want the blow back being on me if people get annoyed.

[madlove]

Blame it on me. I’m good at being a fall guy.

[helpdesk_hero]

I'd rather not blame things on people when they aren't to blame.

[Sorry, Harley, he's a peach.]

[madlove]

Buuuuuuuut if I take the casserole from the fridge without telling you and only return the dish it kind of is my fault.

[helpdesk_hero]

That's... a surprisingly good point. I'd ask you not do that?

[madlove]

Ok, then how much do you charge to cook a romantic dinner for 2?

[helpdesk_hero]

Honestly? It entirely depends on specifically what food was requested. I'd have to cover cost for the materials, and a bit for myself for the time invested because that's a session I'd have to cancel for work.

[For all that Joker will soon offer him money and assumptions that David will just give up some of his life to cook for the guy three times a week, David does have a soft spot in some ways. And helping romances, budding or otherwise, DEFINITELY figures in there.]

Dessert I typically recommend buying if it's a confectionery like a cake. I seem to have lost some of my skills in it by coming here. Which sucks, because I LOVE making souffles and creme brulee.