An Aesop: Playing safe may keep you from getting hurt, but it's not as satisfying as giving it your all. Pushing your limits may have its risks, but when the situation calls for it, it can be rewarding.
The Big Cake Mix-up
An Aesop: Two messages come out of this one. First, always plan ahead for what ingredients you need to make a recipe (as evidenced when everybody ends up brining nothing but eggs). Second, a good cook improvises when problems come up (from not being able to use sharp instruments, to needing a substitute for an ingredient).
