[MHGinTN]

I enjoy reading that more than I have enjoyed such an essay in many years! Thank you for writing. In your honor, or the honor of the immaterial ‘thing’ you have given expression to —namely, a thought or string of thoughts— I will make a small pitcher of Margarita for my enjoyment this evening, even going so far as to salt the rim with due diligence. [I dip the rims in a very special Tekillya before turning them on the salt saucer. But then I was once a working bartender, so there ya go! If you like Tequila, search for a bottle of Crema de Almendrado Orendain. Wet the rim of a Margarita glass with THAT before salting and you will be famous for your Margaritas.]

[Mad Dawg]

I am delighted that you enjoyed my plea for “realism.”

And I will sho’ ‘nuff track down the adult beverage you suggest. Thanks!