What Makes You, You?

WordPress.com’s Weekly Writing Challenge: A Pinch of You got me thinking. What makes you, you exactly? All of us are made up of a special mix of physical traits, intangibles and, shall we say, character flaws. So what’s your recipe?

Here’s mine. Enjoy!

Shine Soup

Ingredients

• 2 c introversion 
• 1 c water (fresh, salt, chlorinated or bath)

• 1 thinking cap
• 2 candles, melted (preferably island/tropical scents)
• 2 tsp mud (from a trail somewhere)
• 1 tbsp adventure

• 3 laughs
• 1 infectious smile

•  a chip off the old block
• 1/2 c espresso (or more if needed)

• a pinch of perfectionism (not too much!)
• a dash of sarcasm
• 1 tsp uniqueness or ‘different’ sauce (If you overdo it, the soup will just taste weird.)
• Throw in some dreams, and we’re ready to go!

Preparation

Blend all ingredients until smooth. Set out in the sun until desired temperature is achieved. Sprinkle with a bit of impatience before serving, but don’t wait too long!

If you make Shine Soup while watching The Bionic Woman, it just tastes better. (Ask Jaime Sommers; it’s true.)

Serve with homemade gnocchi, lasagna or other fine Italian cuisine. Oh, and alcohol.

Warning: Consumption of this food may force your brain into overdrive. Sorry, there’s no off switch, but the feeling should subside within 24 hours after eating.

Note: Do not make this recipe early in the morning. Trust me, it won’t turn out well.

Shine Soup is best enjoyed with a sibling, longtime friends or family.

What’s your recipe? 

Cheers from the chef,
Jaime

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