BREATHE DEEPLY

know it has been a while since my last post. To be honest, I was struggling a bit for content. My new “reality” had not recently provided any interesting musings…and then it happened…a smell!!!!

I just returned from a grueling, 10-day road trip. The hours were wacky and unpredictable, so consistent meals were a bit hit or miss. So, I found that keeping a stash of Pretzel Crisps and individual servings of Nutella (discovered in the Delta Crowne Room) was a lifesaver. I lost 4 pounds (hopefully for good) and I discovered a new love for Nutella!

Some of you may say, “so what?” but folks, I discovered that if I hold the jar really close to my nose and breathe DEEPLY, I can actually smell the beautiful hazelnut and chocolate overtones! It is the most wonderful thing I have ever smelled. I often find myself opening the jar and taking a deep breath just to make sure I’m not dreaming!!!

Do I think this is a sign that my sense of smell is returning, I don’t know. I continue to smell this horrible metallic/chemical smell all day, everyday…but the fact that a concentrated effort yields a whiff of Nutella gives me hope.

I’ll keep you posted as this new road in my journey unfolds. In the interim, you just might find me with a jar of Nutella in my bag.

As always…I am the Tasteless Gourmand!