This abstract introduces a heartwarming yet cautionary story of a middle-aged woman's pursuit to impress her family through her cooking. After facing disappointment with her previous culinary attempts, she chances upon an expensive cooking sauce advertisement. Driven by the desire to change her family's perception of her cooking skills, she acquires the coveted sauce. With the sauce hidden away, the woman daydreams about the perfect occasion to use it. However, in a moment of frustration, she impulsively scolds her son for unknowingly stumbling upon it. As time passes, the sauce becomes forgotten amidst the clutter of the fridge. A stroke of luck presents itself when the sauce's expiry date aligns with a special occasion. Overflowing with excitement, she cooks dinner infused with the sauce, accidentally using the whole bottle. The flavours are a hit, but the family members' stomachs grow upset later. The story reflects the excessive possessiveness towards an object and how anticipation can lead to unforeseen consequences. It serves as a gentle reminder that true appreciation lies in simple gestures and that happiness should not depend on external validations.