All that Glitters is not Gold !

( From a very frustrated human being )

Ok here is the deal - I made a very simple dal with chopped onions and veggies for lunch. I kept wondering " Oh dear ,Did I go wrong with anything . Well , how can I - it just is a dal" . But I constantly thought there was something missing. This would not leave my brain. It just dawned on me that when I was back home (in India) , I found that veggies tasted different . The legumes , spices , flavour and aroma of rice , all tasted so very different. Iam not sure if this would be something anyone would notice , but a picky eater like me will sure agree.

When I was a newbie to this country , I was amazed at the fresh vegetables - huge with not a glitch or flaw. As if someone crafted each and every tomato , cauliflower , onion , apples and all other veggies / fruits. I was singing praises to my parents back home , about how healthy it is here in the US. Well... the day wasn't too far when I realised all that glitters is not gold - DEFINTELY NOT.

The closest that I can find is the organic produce and the locally grown produce at the farmers market. Sure is a bit expensive - but I would rather spend a few extra bucks for what goes inside my tummy.

I miss my home sweet home ! :(