He is tempted to lick the ice cream running down his fingers from an overstuffed waffle cone, but he has been taught that that kind of thing is in poor taste, so he watches it drip from his fingers to the ground, where, clearly, it cannot be enjoyed by anyone.

Ran Walker is an award-winning author of over 30 books and the creator of the 100 x 100 micro novel. He teaches creative writing and lives in Virginia with his wife and daughter.