HUNGRY GERALD

Cruising the Market Basket supermarket in Providence, BSK noticed some fresh, just picked okra. It’s a key ingredient in gumbo–the hearty New Orleans/Louisiana stew. Abundant okra went into BSK’s version of the New Orlean classic—plus a carefully swirled roux, shrimp, chunks of chicken thighs, chorizo sausage, file powder, cayenne pepper (just a pinch), salt, garlic, onions, celery and other tasty bits and flavor enhancers. Son Jeremy’s gumbo is world champion but BSK’s is a worthy challenger. Gifted daughter Lesley R., her erudite husband, Profesore Massimo R; and their  brilliant daughter (HG/BSK’s granddaughter) Sofia, had designated Saturday night for Christmas tree trimming at their home. So, BSK made everyone happy by bringing a big pot of leftover gumbo. Splendid meal. Beautifully decorated tree. Prone on the living room sofa, HG watched all of the activity while getting a neck massage from a device  Arianna gifted HG some years ago. Bliss.