Buddy Read: ME BEFORE YOU by JoJo Moyes

[Tracy]

Just finished the touching scene at the maze. In my mind, there are two ways this book could end. One (view spoiler)[ Will could change Lou's way of thinking to his, which would be devastating. Two, Will could change his mind and he and Lou become very good friends or even better partners. (hide spoiler)] I really can understand not wanting to carry on this way but still.

[Belkis]

OMG OMG OMG It made my heart both weep and sing at the same time. Simply beautiful.

[Tracy]

Crap, I knew you would finish today.

[Tracy]

Well I thought I was getting a little soft for Patrick but....although I do understand. He can see what she doesn't. That she is getting feelings for Will. I do feel bad for him.

[Tracy]

Wait....is this a kind of book?


Never mind I don't want to know.

[Tracy]

But is it?

[Tracy]

Of God oh God oh God. What's about to happen!?

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "Well I thought I was getting a little soft for Patrick but....although I do understand. He can see what she doesn't. That she is getting feelings for Will. I do feel bad for him."

Yeah Tracy I warmed up to him too during that heartbreaking scene where they finally bare truths but then he goes and turns right back into the self-centered arse that he is :(

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "Wait....is this a kind of book?


Never mind I don't want to know."

Oh Tracy you're the best :P LOL!

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "Crap, I knew you would finish today."

Sorry, I didn't want to put it down but at 2am I gave up and went to bed. I was listening to the audio and reading the ebook at the same time. Loved this book so much. Haven't been able to stop thinking about it all day. Haven't managed to start anything else either :( This one is going to haunt me for a long time. Definitely going to go see this movie when it comes out.

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "Just finished the touching scene at the maze. In my mind, there are two ways this book could end. One [spoilers removed] I really can understand not wanting to carry on this way but still."

Poor Lou, to think she's been keeping that awful mess bottled up inside her all this time.

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "Sylvia wrote: "Oh shoot, I haven't had a chance to read at all today. Hopefully I can get the chance to read a little before going to bed. Been busy and ended up sitting at the hospital for ages. ..."

Thank you hun it really is never easy and I'm sorry for your loss also

[Sylvia]

I'm so far behind gals but will try and come a discuss as I go

[Belkis]

Sylvia wrote: "I'm so far behind gals but will try and come a discuss as I go"

No worries love. You read at your own pace and we'll pop-in and discuss :)

[Tracy]

So I'm dying. Finished two minutes before the super bowl started. Now my boys have to win.

[Tracy]

Where are you at Sylvia? I keep forgetting you are going to bed when we get up and vise versa.

[Sylvia]

Tracy wrote: "Where are you at Sylvia? I keep forgetting you are going to bed when we get up and vise versa."

I left off at 37% their first outing. I should make a good dent in it tonight as kids are going to bed now while I do a few things on the computer first

[Tracy]

Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing.

[Sylvia]

Tracy wrote: "Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing."

LOL she had me grinning too. It was such a disaster but she tried so hard though. I'm now up to Chapter 17 (62%) in and I'm finding myself laughing and getting a little emotional. Will is trying to get Lou to live a little and I love that. I loathe Running Man, what's his face, Patrick lol his just doing his own thing and he's only trying to one up Will by asking Lou to move in and get married…blah! So boring lol

[Belkis]

Sylvia wrote: "Tracy wrote: "Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing."

LOL she had me grinning too. It was such a disaster but she tri..."

UGH! I can't stand that Patrick. He's such an ass! To think Lou put up with him for so long. Poor girl didn't think herself worthy of more. Makes me sad and angry. Thank goodness for Will :)

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing."

That outing was a complete train wreck. Poor Will. He just put up with all of it. And by the end to find out he hates all things horse related LOL! Poor Lou, she tried so hard.

[Belkis]

Tracy wrote: "So I'm dying. Finished two minutes before the super bowl started. Now my boys have to win."

I'm still going through it with this book today. Still weighing on my mind. I think it will continue to do so for many days to come.

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "Sylvia wrote: "Tracy wrote: "Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing."

LOL she had me grinning too. It was such a disa..."

Yeah, it upsets me to think she doesn't deserve better than him :( his a big arse douche

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "Tracy wrote: "Oh, let me know what you think about that first outing Sylvia. I was a little sad but then again Lou had me laughing."

That outing was a complete train wreck. Poor Will. He just put ..."

LOL I can just imagine that playing out on the big screen … what a mess but she bloody tried

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "Tracy wrote: "So I'm dying. Finished two minutes before the super bowl started. Now my boys have to win."

I'm still going through it with this book today. Still weighing on my mind. I think it wil..."

I'm scared now…eEEeeKKK

[Belkis]

It's such a worthy read Sylvia. And the thing is that in the end it's more of a soul searching deep thinking kind of story. I mean the way it starts out and the subject matter for the story pretty much tells us it's going to be a difficult book to read, but the way it's written is brilliant and it ends up being about life. The celebration of it. I love how Will opens Lou's eyes and mind to a whole new perspective on the world and all her possibilities. And I totally get the title of the book now :)

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "It's such a worthy read Sylvia. And the think is that in the end it's more of a soul searching deep thinking kind of story. I mean the way it starts out and the subject matter for the story pretty ..."

I'm eager now to reach the end but not wanting to so I can take a minute to appreciate the journey of this read. These kinds of books are few and far between. I'm understanding the title even at the point in the book now and although I kind of know what to expect I'm still going to be flawed and caught by surprise.

[Belkis]

Yes Sylvia it's a very thought provoking story. Makes us stop and think of all the blessings we have and all the tiny miracles we take for granted everyday.

[Tracy]

Belkis wrote: "Yes Sylvia it's a very thought provoking story. Makes us stop and think of all the blessings we have and all the tiny miracles we take for granted everyday."

That's one way of looking at it. There are so many angles to this story that I have been discombobulated since finishing it.

[Tracy]

When Sylvia finishes this one I will tell you guys what I think about it. But what I can say is it is an amazing and absolutely wonderful book.

[Belkis]

Yes Tracy, as soon as Sylvia finishes we'll get down to the nitty gritty :)

[Sylvia]

I'm 75% in and I can't wait to dive back into it and hopefully finish it tonight, though it's 10pm already…fingers crossed. We will discuss soon…I promise!!

[Tracy]

Take your time Sylvia. I don't want you to rush through the book. It's really to magnetic not to actually read every word.

[Sylvia]

Tracy wrote: "Take your time Sylvia. I don't want you to rush through the book. It's really to magnetic not to actually read every word."

I'm itching more than ever to get back to it but kids and hubby get in the way lol

[Tracy]

Haha yeah Sylvia, I could see how that would be a problem.

[Sylvia]

Okay, it's 1am and I'm done!! DONE DONE DONE…so upset and heartbroken but so in love with this book. Will discuss tomorrow after some well deserved sleep

[Belkis]

Oh Sylvia :'( I'm still emotionally wrecked!!

[Belkis]

But SO GOOD! It's so beautifully written. And it felt like as much a celebration of life than anything else, you know?? The way Will helped Lou realize that her life could and should be lived without boundaries or reservations or fears. I LOVED LOVED this book so much. Yes, I still tear up but my heart also swells with joy and gratefulness at all the blessings we have each and every single minute of the day.

[Tracy]

We'll be here when you're ready Sylvia.

[Sylvia]

It was a book that celebrated living your best life and that's why I loved it too. It was extremely inspirational that way and makes you be absolutely grateful for what you have and not take anything for granted. This was my gratitude journal entry last night before I fell asleep. This book made me open my eyes up more. And although I completely understand Will's needing to not continue living the way he was, and yes, it is after all HIS choice, it broke my heart to shreds when he said that Lou loving him was not enough *sobbing* What is living without love and he found that in Lou but I completely understood why he chose to end it. This is why I'm utterly conflicted and devastated but so in love with this book.

I've went and added all of JoJo's other books and I'm definitely going to read them one day. I connected with her style of writing and her beautiful storytelling. I think I've found another favourite author <3

[Tracy]

I get Will's decision, I really do. However I believe believe we are placed here for something beyond our comprehension so what if he only completed half his mission, fate or whatever with Lou? What if he was meant to do more than show her some of her possibilities? And at this point of my life I find it hard for me to accept this. I have had to many people to recently leave and it may be selfish but I would do anything to have them back. I don't want to take away from the beauty of this story and I believe the author accomplished what she wanted. That you think.

[Sylvia]

I hear what you are saying, Tracy and I completely agree with you about our time is up when it's meant to be and not by our own hand. There's a reason for everything that happens and although it's extremely difficult to see what that is when you a stuck in such difficult hardship or a body that just won't work anymore, like Will's, there is still always love and hope and I wish he didn't lose sight of that.

My brother's girlfriend really put things in perspective for me the other week. I get extremely agitated when someone says to me, about having a son with ASD, ADHD and Dispraxia, that God gives you what you can handle. It really bugs me to think that God would want my child to suffer so much and for us as a family to struggle and have such hardship. And my mother always give's me a sideways glance and doesn't like that I'm questioning God's Will and purpose. Then my brother's girlfriend said, "Think of it this way. God chose you to be the mother of this beautiful boy because you have that much love in your heart to give him, that he didn't want him to suffer more than he already has to." It made me cry because I am always doubting myself and God Bless her, she made me see that I am worthy because I was chosen. So, if Will maybe looked at it differently, then he would of seen his worth.

[Tracy]

Excellently put Sylvia. First, I can see you being that loving person that someone would need. The love you show us is pretty darn awesome so I can imagine how much you pour on you baby. It has to be hard for you and there will be times you will doubt and probably want to just throw in the towel but that's what I'm saying. Crap gets tough and I can't speak for you or Will but the results are worth it. You could be raising a future leader.

[Tracy]

Oh and there wasn't a second. Hehe

[Sylvia]

...and that my beautiful friend is why we push through those hard times because you just don't know what the future holds :D you're so right, Tracy. And thank you <3

[Tracy]

No Sylvia, we don't which is why we have to let life play out. Everyone questions why we here sometimes but then if you will think about it you could think of a million reasons why you're here.

[Sylvia]

I often find myself thinking this all the time and trying to find the absolute joy in life whine questioning it :D it's the very reason why I started my online gratitude journal

[Belkis]

Sylvia wrote: "It was a book that celebrated living your best life and that's why I loved it too. It was extremely inspirational that way and makes you be absolutely grateful for what you have and not take anythi..."

I have them all too Sylvia and plan on doing the same the writing was spectacular.

[Belkis]

Sylvia wrote: "I hear what you are saying, Tracy and I completely agree with you about our time is up when it's meant to be and not by our own hand. There's a reason for everything that happens and although it's ..."

Beautifully put and so very true Sylvia. You have been give an amazing blessing in being a mom to 2 beautifully kids and never for a second doubt your strength or capabilities even when you're exhausted to the point of collapsing. Your brother's girlfriend said it perfectly. She's a keeper :)

[Sylvia]

Belkis wrote: "Sylvia wrote: "It was a book that celebrated living your best life and that's why I loved it too. It was extremely inspirational that way and makes you be absolutely grateful for what you have and..."

YAY we could definitely do more Buddy Reads of her's in the future :D