Death By Cereal

It's official. I have fallen prey to the comforts that sugary cereals can offer. Imagine with me the possibilities.

• It's late at night and your tummy rumbles. You don't want something heavy because you'll be going to bed soon. If you don't eat something your stomach will keep you up all night. What's light, tasty, easy to fix and satisfying? Cereal.

• It's lunch and absolutely nothing in the fridge looks appetizing. There's not much time to "cook" food. What can you have that's quick and will help take the edge off of your hunger? Cereal.

• It's morning and no breakfast food sounds appealing. Eggs are too eggy, sausage and bacon are too greasy, potatoes are too much work, there aren't any bagels around, you don't have a toaster or bread on hand, and oatmeal and cream of wheat sound gross. What's left? Cereal.

• It's the middle of the afternoon. You just got home from work and you need something to tide you over until dinner time. You could have a granola bar. There's chips around, but too much salt. You're tired from the day and could use a pick-me-up buzz. The cafe is too far away for walking. To what do you turn? Cereal.

If I haven't convinced you yet, give it a try for a week. The only caution I offer is that this is a truly addictive behavior. Be prepared for sugar withdrawal if you embark on this venture.