 Good things take time. It’s what I learned as an apprentice. What I tell myself about writing. And about ageing. *** Strawberry jam needs three days. Exactly. Not less. Or a day more. *** I’m fussy. I want fruit before sweet. Strawberries are summer’s first kiss. Chanel Rouge Allure lips. *** Ed Behr says, “ripeness is fleeting.” Calls the best berries, “smaller, softer, more vulnerable.” *** There’s so much going on with the fruit. Seasonal variables. Fruit varietals. A recipe should only take you so far. *** 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. 2019 Comments are closed.
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