Discussion Questions

1. Why do you think Racquel was so obsessed with trying to conceive a baby?
2. Do you think that Larry should have been less tolerable of Racquel's obsession?
3. Should Marcella have reacted in a more severe manner after reading Ashley's diary?
4. Do you think that many women feel the way Sharon felt about Marcus and the way Marcella felt about Darryl in terms of sexual compatibility?
5. Do you believe that Marcella and Racquel's relationship with each other is comparable to the relationship between most sisters?
6. Prior to reading Here and Now, were you aware of the trials and tribulations that couples sometimes endure when dealing with infertility?
7. In your opinion, when do you think Marcella and Racquel each realized that the grass is not as green as most people think on the other side?
8. Have you ever thought that you wanted to walk in someone else's shoes, were able to do it, and then regretted it afterwards?
9. Do you believe Marcella did the best she could with what she had?
10. Do you think that Darryl was fair to Marcella?
11. Do you think the 4th of July cookout was typical of most family get-togethers?

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