what an inspiring evening!  our bookclub gathered to meet and talk with molly caldwell crosby, author of the american plague, an incredible tale of the yellow fever epidemic of 1878, and the rush to discover the source.  before you judge this particular book by the threatening-looking mosquito on its cover, know that mrs. crosby has made medical science history into a fascinating, page-turning thriller.  her disciplined approach to research, brilliant writing, incredible poise and charm make her easily one of the most amazing people i’ve ever met.  (did i mention that she is young, beautiful, and the mother — with darling andrew — of two precious little girls?) 

in honor of molly (our first ever visiting author!) we draped mosquito netting, served “quarantine” cocktails and yellow fever cupcakes, and gave away citronella candles as door prizes.  keeping it all yellow, i’d like to share some of my favorite shades with you:  benjamin moore’s 207 (vellum), 2021.50 (yellow lotus) and hc-12 (concord ivory), and pratt & lambert’s 10.28 (creme) and 10.30 (eggnog).