Cookies taste sweeter when shared with sticky fingers.
Clean hands divide food politely. Sticky fingers bind people together in the mess of sharing. The sugar lingers not just on tongues, but in the memory of the chaos.
Polite vs. Sticky
Order offers courtesy. Mess offers connection. A spotless cookie is nice; a shared, smeared one is unforgettable.
The Lesson in Communion
Perfection is overrated. Sweetness deepens when it’s mixed with laughter, crumbs, and the smudge of another’s hand. The taste isn’t just sugar — it’s the proof of being together.
Practical Guidance
Share messily: Don’t let neatness rob joy.
Value the smudge: Remember that stains are signs of connection.
Taste memory: Savour the sweetness in the moment, not the crumbs left after.
Today’s Practice
Today, share a cookie — and don’t worry about the sticky fingers.
