Hollow Leg

HB has two children

And one who seems to either have a serious parasite issue or a hollow leg.

(Thinking about not telling this story until after this weekend - but I will and I will make sure he eats before he shows - ok bro!).

He is lean and his physical appearance wouldn't make you think he had a case of tapeworm - just a serious case of the munchies.

He had offered to help his Dad (offered is a bit strong - I did have to pay him) lay my foundation for my spa.

He arrived early and promptly asked for some food. Didn't care what it was. Cold leftovers would have been fine. I offered to make a hot breakfast, it doesn't take long to scramble eggs. He gladly accepted and waited.

He devoured the meal at then proceeded to get to work.

Approximately four hours later "What's for lunch?".

I told him I was making sandwiches. Of which I think are extremely hearty as I don't skimp on the meat. "Can I have two?"

No problem I say. I think a third may have been in order as he looked at our plates to see if there were any leftovers.

I shake my head and giggle. This would be a boy my father would love to feed. Keep it coming.

During lunch he mentions dinner. "What are we having? Can he come over? What time is good?"

I tell him to come over at 6 - thinking that he can watch the end of the Gator game with his Dad and then we can eat by 7.

By 6:30 the last quarter of the game" Ummm, what time is dinner going to be served?"

You almost feel bad - he looks at you like hes starving. Not eating at this very moment will cause him to fall into a coma. So - I step it up and try to get the food on the table asap!

He makes his way thru a steak - four jumbo shrimp - loads of pasta and half a loaf of bread. He avoids the zucchini (what, no veggies?)

Gets up cleans the table and asks when he can come over next to eat.

Oh and by the way, "Do you have any canned food that you wouldn't mind parting with?"

I think - Crappy Hurricane Supplies.

I know they suck, but I am trying to get on this kids good side.

"Beefaroni anyone? "

Of course - I save the day!

I am so great...

(yes I know)