Summer Reading Series : The Tell by Amy Griffin

This book is a memoir detailing the author's journey to confront childhood abuse which she had suppressed for decades. (Trigger alert)

To the outside world, her life was perfect. Wife, mother, student athlete and professional. However, the suppression led to dissociation and physical and mental symptoms, which her body "told" before her memories returned.

The book highlights how the process of confronting and "telling" was crucial for her to move forward from her past and lead a more integrated and empowered life.

I know it's a busy time of year and this is a little out of the way for some, but let's take advantage of the potential for beautiful weather this time of year and meet in the peaceful, bucolic setting of Gauthier Vineyards. There are multiple seating ares, but bring a chair just in case. We can enjoy wine and other beverages and perhaps have a potluck picnic. If it's too cold or there is rain we will meet at Traditions Brewing in Newport News. (There is covered seating which might not even be too awful with a light rain)