Cinnamon rolls journey

Graphic by Bruna Costa

I have a voracity for cinnamon rolls. They are so soft and
so full of sweet pleasure.

To continue enjoying these delights, I will follow
Leslie Sansone’s advice to do two miles of power walking
every day. She is a great instructor and her enthusiasm is
infectious. The workout is not long, but it is incredibly
effective. My body feels it from the inside out.

Then I align my muscles with resistance bands to
become stronger and leaner. As a bonus for my abdomen,
I pull out my fun red and white striped hula hoop and do
many, many repetitions. I’m getting more excited because
I’m getting closer to my amazing cinnamon roll treat.

Later I will ride an hour and a half on the train and
the bus to the mall. I walk from one end to the other. And
— voila! — The Cinnamon Cafe. I have to wait in a long
line, but it is forever worth it.

The first bite melts in my mouth. I cannot put it down
(not that I’d want to, of course). That bite makes you want
it more and more. Such a wonderful treat for all my hard
work. Plus, a T-shirt and dress to match!

So, how ‘bout you? Would you go to such great lengths
for a treat like this? If so, please let me know. I’m standing
at 17th and Connecticut NW.

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