If there is something I believe is truly American... right up there with baseball and apple pie... it is the hot dog roast. Bonfires are a fall tradition. Roasting hot dogs is a part of most bonfire events. It is an easy way to feed a crowd and there is nothing quite like the flavor. Kid friendly for kids of all ages.
I noticed the grocery store was well stocked with hot dogs over the weekend with some great sales, too. It made me wonder if everyone was craving that flavor. We were. In a pinch, with no fire in sight, did you know you can broil your hot dogs for a quick evening meal and get close to the flavor of a wiener roast? Close, but without the smokiness and the fun with friends.
Man has been enjoying roasted meat over a wood fire for countless generations. There is even a scripture passage:
"He burns part of the tree to roast his meat and to keep himself warm. He says, “Ah, that fire feels good.”-Isaiah 44:16
Full disclosure... this particular scripture is in a passage where the prophet is expressing God's displeasure with man creating idols... and humans wanting to be idolized. Not so different from today's culture and society. Nonetheless, it captures a snapshot of food cooked over a flame and the delight it brings. Humans easily lose perspective, and take our eyes off God. We are easily distracted by fortune, fame and fire flames.
A hot dog roast is an easy way to call friends together for fellowship. They have not lost their popularity over the years. On a clear night, you can see the stars, scent the smoke and share in the simple goodness of gathering.
Today, I am grateful for the hot dog roast.
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