Ben’s Book of Meat

Parks and Recreation had an episode aptly named Indianapolis. The introduction included one Ron Swanson talking about “the best d@$% steakhouse in the d@&% state.” Ron flips thru a photo album of his experiences at Charles Mulligans. Each page is decorated with a big, juicy steak and a giddy Ron Swanson waiting to devour the thing.

Motivated by his fictional mentor, Ron Swanson, Ben decided to start his very own project. It’s called “The Book of Meat.” It’s a memoir, if you will, of the two food groups that Ben considers essential – steak and fried catfish. Ben was born to eat steak and fried catfish. He has countless memories ranging from young Ben to present Ben all centered on steak and/or fried catfish. We had fried catfish at our wedding. Enough said.

From here on out, we shall document Ben’s steak and fried catfish adventures. I’ll print the photos and put them in his Book of Meat. Our grandchildren will be so proud. Now I’m in search for the perfect album. Check out the Ron Swanson clip from Parks and Recreation. Just watch the intro, it’ll just take 1 minute.