Cracking the Prize

I planted my boots firmly on the slate flagstone and faced that cracked walnut again! Taking a quick breath, I crouched low, focused all my power into both palms, and drove a fierce double strike right into the weakened seam. Crunch! The heavy shell split clean down the middle, spilling two plump, golden-brown nut halves onto the cool stone. A rich, buttery aroma puffed straight into the air! I snatched up a craggy piece with both hands, took a giant, crunchy bite, and felt the energy surge right back into my arms. Hard work really pays off!