It was thrilling: birds being normal in a world where normal has been upended. Just look, observe, take note of what you see: a copse of trees; steam rising from a rooftop; scudding clouds; a neat car. Just look at it and breathe. I wanted cinnamon-maple applesauce afterward, with yogurt, an elegant dessert. Maybe silken tofu with spicy soy dressing, ahead of more sandwiches: these Korean cod jeon sliders, tucked in Hawaiian bread rolls.

Source: New York Times September 20, 2021 15:00 UTC