My group of 4 men specifically asked to shop together since they were roommates for the next few weeks. That way they could decide on meal planning. Or so it started out… Yet all they bought together was rice and beans! Instead they all had separate corners of the shopping cart for personal food: pepperoni sticks, chips and salsa, and other snack foods that they were eager to try.
The group that I took shopping included Arik from South Sudan, James from Liberia, Chris from Uganda, and Wilfred from the Central African Republic. Every one of those young men is smart, funny, charming, and easy to talk to. What a delightful morning we spent. I hope I get another chance to take them out—like when they realize they need a few vegetables. 8-)