Nacirema article – description

Here is a brief description of an aspect of our familiar world from a different point of view.

It is a ritual that humans enjoy, to help relax them. Before entering the rectangular expanse of liquid, the humans always rub a white gooey salve all over their bodies so that they are not scalded by the floating ball of fire. Their feet are covered by rubber string-like structures, preventing them from skidding on the liquid splattered along the edge of the rectangular expanse. Children fly and float around whilst adults usually find a plastic ledge with wheels to rest on. Sometimes, children can even be seen with puffy rubber structures that glide along the expanse of liquid and provide safety and comfort. After the ritual is over, humans use a fluffy rectangular sponge to soak up the liquid on them.