What Happens in the Bakery Stays in the Bakery!

Every now and then, when I meet people in the bakery who are obviously buying a donut, they look skittish and sheepish, as if they are ashamed to be in a bakery, as if their purchase is demeaning to their humanity.  "I know I shouldn't do this," some of them say, "but I just can't help myself."  "These are sinfully good," othesr say.  "I try to stay away," others gasp, "but I am weak."

Indeed.

But, like Luther once proclaimed:  "Sin, and sin boldly."  (I got this quote from some Lutheran friends, but I'm not sure Luther said it . . . kind of like all the fluff people attribute to John Wesley that he never said.)

So . . . I'll say it.

Go ahead and eat a donut now and then.  It is good for the soul. 
    --Todd Outcalt, modern-day donut guru and patron saint of pastries

This quote is taken fresh from my upcoming book:  You Can't Take it With You:  But You Can Carry A Little Around Your Middle.

When I meet a friend in Dunkin' Donuts or Krispy Kreme, I don't turn away.  I face temptation head-on.  I order boldly and pour cream into my coffee, too.  Oh, there are times I'll make a comment like, "Of course, I'm heading to the gym after this" or " . . . this is for my wife, not me!"  But I don't want to add a lie on top of the coconut, so I usually just take a bite. 

If there are other sinners out there who want to form a Krispy Kreme Klub, let me know.  I'll be your pastor.