Behold the glorious harmony in this student’s presentation.
Above, we have the iron hearth, representing the heart of the home, rendered in
miniature. Below, the giant spoon, representing the individual. Note how the
utensil can also be used as a dagger, ready to strike at the black heart of
anyone who trespasses upon the homely scene. In the center, framed by the
black, lies the broccoli, facing east and west, in an oval bowl.
See how the stove looms forbiddingly above the dish, to
remind the diner of those who toiled to bring him such riches.
Surely this student will soon be a Feng Shui master, ready
to bring peace and harmony and severe foreboding to your home.
Microwave Miracles,
Hyla O’Connor
Also from this book: One Potato, Two Potatoes..., All Wrapped Up, 1982, Circumcised Apples
