The Sweet Sound of Lids A-Popping

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After spending two hours on a canner load of cardamom-spiced pears, I have plenty of other things to do. But until the last lid sucks in its breath with a tenor pop, leaving the kitchen would be like exiting a concert just as you hear the first notes of your favorite song. Why be in a hurry to go?

On the other hand, it does seem that the same power that prevents watched pots from boiling causes lids to pop when you’ve almost given up. Then comes one, then another, each pop announcing that all is well.

It’s the sound of accomplishment, with a strong undercurrent of relief. The food you’ve grown, harvested, washed, cut, cooked and canned is safe for a couple of years. So what if next season’s crop comes up short? This year’s bounty is in the can.

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