We have some bad weather coming up
an “arctic blast”
a couple days of hard freeze
very unusual for South Texas
worst weather in 20 years

So I went to the store today
to stock up on some supplies
food, drink
and such

As I was walking by the dairy section
I was struck with the overwhelming urge
to open a carton of milk
and drink

Now
this would be expected
if I liked milk
but I do not
have not drunk milk
in years
except in cereal
or in cooking

I have trouble with it
the lactose

I bought a carton
lactose free, low fat

Came home
and poured a glass
with a drop of (pure) almond extract
and a touch of agave nectar

And drank it

I think I shall have some more.