Gas from Mash

He made sure he lashed

His big stash of cash

To his sash,

Before he passed gas

And got a rash

From last nite’s bash,

Where he had mashed

Breakfast hash.

This is a reminder that different people have different food sensitivities and preferences. With this in mind, we should be accommodating and understanding of different opinions. This goes for everything, from the tastebuds, to smells, to the visual. And opinions differ about other, more complex issues. Having a respectful conversation amongst ourselves, opens the door to maturity and open-mindedness. It is important to have our own opinions, but also be willing to learn new ideas from others. This makes our psychological make-up complete as we quest for the truth. And my truth is not your truth, but somehow we live in harmony through the similarities we share. Don’t let yourself be brainwashed by allowing another person to tell you what to believe in. Have your own truth, but be open to new concepts. Take what resonates and toss the rest. Enjoy what you like but realize that others may feel differently, just like that food you like that your friend can’t stand. We make exceptions for those we love.