Monday, January 16, 2023

The meat of the matter

 Hey everyone,

 

So, I’m not altogether sure how to put this short post together…but I’ll try..

So, I’m seated to a very late dinner and I’ve ensured to pack as much “protein” as I can into the small bowl of rice…when an internal query suddenly strikes me…

“why do I derive so much pleasure from eating so much meat/fish/chicken in my food ever since we relocated?”

On reflection, it’s been that way ever since moving to London and I suddenly understand the concept of “trying to make up for lost time”. It actually seems like playing catch up for all the years of having to be rational and frugal with certain food choices. Unlike the issue of housing here, Food in London is not outrageously expensive and you can actually get by easily…working in a restaurant, as well, gives me more access without too much stress. Things like meat, fish, chicken, lamb and goatmeat are very commonplace and cheap so it’s easy to get carried away and indulge lasciviously.

Chioma and I even bought a lot of chicken and beef to just fry and keep in the fridge for subsequent sessions.

However, halfway through the meal, I had to pause and ask myself again.. ” what’s the rush?” why am I behaving as if beef cutlets and chicken thighs are going out of fashion very soon?...

It’s a sobering thought and I’m guessing theres a lesson somewhere in there to be learnt. Same as with most things in life, nothing is running away. Enjoy things but always in moderation.

 

Yay…look at me going all philosophical on you guys…lol…

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