The Ritual

Sharpened axe and a killer instinct honed by years of dealing death. Slathered sunscreen and a brimmed hat secured with a strap. Tonight we dine on the blood of our enemies. Actually, tonight we dine on fried chicken, maybe some potato salad and fresh squeezed lemonade. I might bake a cake too. But first, its chicken chasing time. That’s the part I’m not too crazy about, but a must unless we want to go vegan.

My chicken murder ritual consists of several parts. First, I prepare myself by protecting my ‘oh so fair’ skin with some sunscreen, 50 SPF and water-proof because I’m probably going to wo...