7-year-old Stephanie stood on her tip-toes, desperately trying to see the woman in the trailer as she worked her magic. Her daddy looked down at her and smiled, "Do you want to see how she does it?" Stephanie, in awe, only nodded her head. She felt the strong hands of her father lift her up … Continue reading Sweet
Food
Food
Originally written in February of 2011... "I am so freakin' hungry!" screamed Hannah as she threw herself down on the couch. "Calm down, little girl. The pizza will be here any minute." Cam was trying desperately to get his girlfriend to relax. She had been stressing out for weeks about issues at work. Hannah had … Continue reading Food
Fortunate Son
On the way home the other night, I decided I was craving some Chinese takeout. I had actually been craving it for a few days. There's this place next to the Food Lion here in town that's pretty good. I found out about this place over the course of several months because of the many … Continue reading Fortunate Son
Question of the Week #38
If you went to a dinner party and were offered a dish you had never tried, would you want to taste it even if it sounded strange and not very appealing? I realize that Sam I Am taught us that it's important to try new things in the classic literary work Green Eggs and Ham. … Continue reading Question of the Week #38
The Soup
I thought about starting this little story out with the phrase, "When I was a kid..." But really, I don't think I was a kid. It just feels like the following events took place so many years ago, that in my over 30 mind, I was a kid. Whatever the case, I think I was … Continue reading The Soup
What’s the Coyote Thinking?
Consider the Road Runner. Seriously. Consider this guy. Just look at the picture. I can't help but ask, what the heck is Wile E. Coyote thinking? I mean, take a good, long look at that bird. He is all feet, neck, and tail. What kind of meal is that gonna be? Was he just gonna … Continue reading What’s the Coyote Thinking?
An Open Letter to the Pop-Tart People
I eat more Pop-Tarts than I should probably admit to. I could say I only reach for the name brand toaster pastry when I'm running late and need a quick breakfast on the go. Sadly, that's what a lot of my mornings become.Despite my long-standing relationship with the Kellogg's company and the Pop-Tarts brand, I … Continue reading An Open Letter to the Pop-Tart People
5 Things to Teach Your College Freshman
The following list is aimed specifically at Virginia Tech, though I have no doubt it could very well apply to every college and university in the United States. Also, one would think that these are all common sense issues. But we all know that common sense is something that is severely lacking in today's culture. … Continue reading 5 Things to Teach Your College Freshman
Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Rice Krispies Treats. There's a good chance you're drooling right now just thinking of them. Be honest if you are. Just try to keep it off the keyboard. Salivation really isn't good for the hardware. The Rice Krispies Treat is an easy thing to make. You take some Rice Krispies (and it's gotta be the … Continue reading Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Indulgence
When I think of the word "indulgence" I tend to think of people gorging themselves on sweets. And then I like to think of myself as immune to such a thing, simply because I don't much care for sweets. Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy the occasional slice of cake, but I really don't … Continue reading Indulgence
The Confusing Middle 