Today

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​Good things take time.

It’s what I learned as an apprentice.

What I tell myself about writing.

And about ageing.

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Strawberry jam needs three days.

Exactly.

Not less.

Or a day more. 

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I’m fussy.

I want fruit before sweet.

Strawberries are summer’s first kiss.

Chanel Rouge Allure lips.

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Ed Behr says, 

“ripeness is fleeting.”

Calls the best berries,

“smaller, softer, more vulnerable.”

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There’s so much going on with the fruit.

Seasonal variables.

Fruit varietals.

A recipe should only take you so far.

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Some bottles are labelled.

A kindness returned.

For the beautiful people.

Who showed up with full arms and hearts.

When I was recovering in January.

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2019