Why Three?

Aside from the fact that things seem to happen in three, all three of the topics -- writing, food and small towns -- capture my imagination. I can talk on all three subjects and not miss a beat. I have distinctly fond memories of eating salami sandwiches on crusty Italian bread as I pecked away on my Royal portable typewriter when I was in middle school. I didn't realize how food centered my life was until a colleague mentioned they had never seen anyone have a certain food for every holiday. I thought everyone did that. But she wasn't just talking about the major holidays. Then there is life in small towns. It can be downright aggravating at times, and immensely comforting at others.