As a point of clarification, I in no way meant to advocate the use of hot sauces in punishing children. It would be cruel and should be considered an abusive act. That said, as an avid Chilehead, PUNISH ME! (Alright all you knuckledraggers out there, make something of that statement). Just not enough knuckledragging on the list these days! Jeff > Right on Rain ! > > in these parts, it's likely that "forcing hot-sauce" to a child (of any > age) might result in > charges of : assault, administering a noxious substance, and of course > ... child abuse. > there's nothing funny about it. > > as responsible ChileHeads, we should roundly condemn this shameful practice. > Chiles are something to enjoy ... not a torture tool for asshole parents. > > go ahead ... try to "soap" me ! > > regards > peter g