Yesterday, I got a wonderful surprise in the mail. A bottle of Sicilian Wine from my friend Spinner, who is serving in the US Navy and stationed in Sicily, keeping us safe on many fronts. A delightful letter that took away a migraine and some major blues. Thank you, my friend, for the spirits and the kind words. We will drink your gift with some braciole and pasta soon.I am humbled by the sacrifice of Spinner and Ginger, as well as the others who leave family, send husband, wife, father, mother, sister, son, brother, or friend off to serve the welfare and defend the security of this country with little pay and similar gratitude. We will drink this slow and remember the laughter and conversations in the past around your table, say a prayer, and read a book on marriage (with pictures) in your honor and feel the privilege of your friendship.
Thank you, Spinner, for the gift of your friendship.
Alla tua salute!
5 comments:
Tony,
I have never tried wine before. What would you suggest that I try to start off with?
just wanted to say hi...so on that note...hi.
Start off with a good friend, a good cheese, a delightful fruit, a nice fire in the fireplace and Bach on the stereo. The rest is highly subjective...
It's fun to hear your voice in my head saying, "A delightful fruit."
Amen Tony, Amen!
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