A Crunchy Golden Discovery

I trotted over to the tall wooden breadbox on the kitchen counter, drawn by a rich, toasted scent! Sitting right on a clean porcelain plate was a thick, golden-brown pretzel twisted into a giant knot. Its surface was dusted with fat, sparkling white salt crystals that caught the morning light like little gems. I leaned in, planted both boots firmly on the smooth ceramic rim, and gave one salted loop a hearty tap with both hands. It was delightfully stiff and gave off a dry, hollow clink against the dish! I tilted my head, gently brushing the tip of my snout against the warm crust to catch its nutty aroma, letting out a cheerful hum.