One who is full loathes honey, but to one who is hungry everything bitter is sweet. (Proverbs 27:7) That was me that day long ago. I was far from starving to death and certainly not about to waste away from malnourishment, but I was hungry. I'd been shopping in one of the largest malls in … Continue reading Sushi Salvation
Month: November 2014
My Ordered Life
The food order is so familiar it slips off my tongue easily, "Italian beef, dipped, no peppers." In Chicago, everyone has their preferred Italian beef order, and that was mine. Oh, sometimes I might get it with mozzarella, but usually, just meat and bread. That's how I liked it, and I saw no reason to … Continue reading My Ordered Life
Ringbearer or Firebearer?
"A corner learns to live alone." This was in a statement to the press recently, a brilliant defensive coordinator answering questions about a struggling cornerback. In football, the cornerback is required to cover the wide receiver, keep them from catching passes. Because they're often "on an island" with their receiver, they can't always rely on … Continue reading Ringbearer or Firebearer?
Fruit from the Olive Tree 