Hey Bama, I am sooooo late to this party that I bet all the snacks are gone! I guess by now all the attaboys (er attagirls) are kinda watered down, but I'd still like to toss my kudos in the ring anyway. This is absolutely terrific. I wouldn't change a thing here, nor leave any of it out.

Just two thoughts: One, I guess I'm the odd man out as far as "hearing" this as a blues song. Seemed more like folk rock to me. But I suppose actually hearing it will settle that matter.

And two, just out of curiosity, why did you have any hesitation about posting this lyric, or even writing it? I think any topic is fodder for good music, even if it makes some people uncomfortable. Just wondering. This IS top notch writing!

Greg

If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.