the house (cont'd)

Straws have always been a big deal in the house. In the same exact way that Diet Coke has always been a big deal in the house. They sort of go hand in hand. My mom's classic drink goes like this: straw, crushed ice, Diet Coke in a glass. Make sure though that you put the straw in the glass first, then add the crushed ice, then pour the Coke. If not done in this exact order the ice all fuses together into one huge clump of abstract ice sculpture and the straw will not be able to chisel through the ice making the Coke undrinkable by straw. It's a very scientific process, but when executed with precision, makes for a very refreshing drink.