Conversations

I find myself engaged in interesting conversations with complete strangers all the time. 

Today while riding BART to work I sat next to a man with a plate of cupcakes.  Each cupcake had a different name transcribed on it with red frosting.  I inquired as to what kind of cupcakes he had made, and was told in a very matter of fact tone that they were Hummingbird cupcakes.

 My mind kind of freaked out.  I love Hummingbirds, quite honestly they are the only species of birds that i have any real respect for, I mean how could you not?  they use their tiny little wings to dart feverishly around looking for food.  I also assume that all Hummingbirds must have issues with anxiety, due to the way in which they dart away from everything, which makes me feel quite sad for them at the same time. 

So when the BART guy said Hummingbird cupcakes, my brain immediately thought "you made cupcakes with Hummingbirds?!  you ass." But luckily, my mouth said (while silently judging him), "I have no idea what that means."  I was informed that Hummingbird Cupcakes contain pineapple and bananas and are the most delicious cupcake ever. 

I have my doubts, but will let you be the judge.