waffle making on good friday

after postponing for many months, I finally settled down with a waffle iron at home though I know how ridiculous it may seem to invest in something you can easily obtain elsewhere in a hassle-free and cheaper way. But wait, the terms 'hassle-free' and 'cheaper' may only apply in the short term: yes buying 100+ waffles at any outside confectionery is sure way cheaper than buying all the equipment and ingredients, not to mention the time, electricity and water consumed in making a handful of waffles; plus it is definitely convenient to just order a waffle with your favourite flavour and getting it in a jiffy, all you need is just 5minutes and a few coins. However, the reason why I bought a waffle maker, having to undergo the trouble of lugging that cumbersome item from chinatown back home, forking out a sheer $256 on something that isn't a common kitchen appliance is that the whole thing makes sense after all, in the long term. In the long term, I have the freedom to make whatever number of waffles I can at one go, I am able to choose whichever ingredients and toppings to go with the waffle depending on the occasion, and of course I would have no reason to claim that there is nothing delectable in the house to bite on during odd hours. This all goes to the passion of kitchenry, cooking, or food in general. Sometimes, relying on external outlets or establishments may seem the quickest way to quench your hunger or thirst, but it is the commitment to making good food in the 4 corners of your kitchen that spells it all out - you have the equipment and amenities, there is no excuse for you not to make the full use of it. After all, our homes are places of paradise and retreat, hence it is logical that we make full use of it; whatever we do at home, it is for the long term cost benefit and satisfaction. It is from this that we are able to appreciate our homes better, be self-sufficient and less reliant and ultimately, gain the freedom that we want even at home!!