It started with a pinch of salt,
A shocking cooling
Followed by a warm hug.

It proceeded with some tang,
Childhood, adolescence
Breezy, dizzy, losing command.

Then came the chills
Of expectations, society,
Job, money, stress.

Seldom umami
Mostly acidic, messy,
Trappings at the best!

No matter the flavour
The aftertaste gets sweet
A platter complete!