Day 21

My mouth indulged in tasty dim sum at a friend's birthday lunch today. We ate at a vegetarian Chinese restaurant. It was such fun. When the desserts came around, the mango pudding was so bright and beautiful -- a happy, cheery orangy color. But what my teeth wanted to sink into was a sesame mochi ball. I could feel the chewy texture in my mouth, and taste the mild sweetness and delicate crunch of the seeds. Food is truly a sensual pleasure. But guess what? I let it pass, smiled at my friends, and didn't give it another thought until just now.

I have cold, sweet watermelon waiting for me in the refrigerator. I think I'll have a couple bites of that juicy sensual sugar-free pleasure!