Umami. (pronounced like ooh-mommy) This is a term for our 'fifth flavor sense', the others being; bitter, sweet, salty, and sour. Umami refers to a savory taste. Who knew? Many of you, possibly, but this is utterly new information to me. I like it. To me, it feels sort of spiritual. (You know how I love my metaphors.) Umami represents a conglomeration of flavors that give an overall satisfying sensation, and wouldn't each of us like to believe that we can be a small part of some overall good?
I do delight in an endless array of flavors -to a fault. In a way, taste is one of the most powerful senses we have been given. It is one that is easily over-indulged and therefore, must be enjoyed with the most self-control. How bittersweet that such pleasure must be overcome. As much as I love to eat, I am gaining new appreciation for my other non-tasting senses. Instead of reaching into the fridge or pantry when I feel sad, happy, lonely, bored, etc., there are other senses to satiate. I can treat myself in ways that won't end with regret, self-condemnation, or type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Delightful music, fragrant candles, a cozy blanket, and a delicious book. Mmm, the taste of contentment.
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