Remember in "Dinner for Eight" when Andy told Howard that he was "baching it" (meaning living like a bachelor) because Aunt Bee and Opie were both out of town? Well, I guess I am "spinstering it"! My husband took my daughter to visit his mom, and I am actually by myself for a couple of days. My darlin' person thought I could use some time alone, since I seldom have any (being a stay-at-home and homeschooling mom), and even then usually only an hour or two at a time.
This brought to mind the episode "Dinner at Eight." Andy was relishing his time alone and went to the store for some exotic treats: wild mushrooms, oysters in chili sauce, shrimp enchiladas, and chocolate sauce. Well, I decided to take a cue from Andy and have life imitate art. So when I was walking the aisles of Big Lots yesterday, I decided to buy a few indulgence items that I would not normally put in my cart. I got some hummus dip, a jar of grilled artichoke hearts, a small box of pad thai (Asian noodle dish), and gazpacho soup. I've never tasted artichoke hearts, and I never even heard of pad thai before, but I am willing to expand my gastronomic horizons. This is what you call adventure eating! By the way, so far, no one has invited me over for a spaghetti dinner. Thelma Lou (Janet) P. S. -- If Lydia Crosswaithe appears on my doorstep with an alligator-hide suitcase in her hand, I'm not answering the door! (Well, I couldn't say Goober, could I? Both TAGS and my own life are strictly rated G!) _______________________________________________ WBMUTBB mailing list [email protected] http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
