The Creative Fight: Create Your Best Work and Live the Life You Imagine

Chapter Six. Twinkies, a Frog, and Grapes

My brother, my sister, and I stared in awe as we watched the marvel of mass production sweep by. There we stood as thousands of Hostess Twinkies marched past. The tour guide asked if anyone wanted a sample, and before the words had left her mouth our hands shot up. The guide said, “OK, go ahead and pick one to eat.” I’ll never forget the experience of that warm and fresh baked good.

During my childhood summer vacations, my mom would take my brother, my sister, and me to visit factories to see how food was made. At the time we thought that’s what all families did. On these factory visits, we had the chance ...