I know that water at room temperature is probably better for our bodies. Still, I prefer cold water. Really cold. At work, we have a commercial ice machine that is perfect for events, but I use it almost daily. It makes what I call "squishy ice." like the kind found in fountain soda machines.
Big ice cubes are too hard for biting safely. Crushed ice melts way too fast. In Goldilocks fashion, squishy ice is just right. It helps me get through the 32 oz of water I try to drink during the workday (after my hot beverages).
"God’s breath sends the ice, freezing wide expanses of water." -Job 37:10
Squishy ice is a true work week luxury for me. Ice is a modern convenience that is easily taken for granted.
We all lived a little differently before modern day freezers. I was not born before the freezer. I do recall when it became a feature in home refrigerators. I am still grateful for any fridge that has an automatic ice maker.
I remember filling metal ice cube trays as a kid, so ice was used sparingly if the crowd was large. The plastic trays made it a little easier. Then came ice makers... and squishy ice.
Today, I am grateful for squishy ice.
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