Stuffing

Ethan Switch - Monday, 20 May 2002 - Print Version

Big boxes and small contents will inevitably bring copious amounts of stuffing to any party they themselves are invited to. When 'stuffing' is thrown about in passing or as a casual topic in relation to bubble wrap the first images to mind are usually that of the white squashed Cheezels variety.

The stuffing in this case is of a cylindrical appearance with a wholemeal hue. On running a sample under the olfactory it sparked bouts of confusion. In one instance it smelt faintly of corn chips, on another it was reminiscent of flavoured rice cakes. All up though, there was a definite hint of edibility.

As a member of the stuffing species it is been justifiably dogged with threats of extinction. Perhaps in a freaky evolutionary kind of way it sports holes not unlike that of the kind seen on Swiss cheese. The holes give an illusion of fullness to an otherwise anorexic charge while also adding that extra dimension of safety for the contents in which it surrounds during transport.

Personally, the urge to taste test was strong. The unknown levels of toxicity kept in mind some semblance of reality and judgement, unfortunately it also means that a possibly important aspect in factoring in a choice for a light snack is missing. The better alternative would definitely be that of the much widely consumed popcorn.

Stuffing is stuffing and should be reviewed with stuffing in mind. Since I still have a slight desire to pop it in my mouth and snack, I cannot give it the praise it thinks it deserves.

Ethan Switch