“Just Ok?” That time Richard Simmons invited me into his kitchen for a pep talk

And how I learned answering honestly is everything

The Simmons’ residence circa 2013

“Do you like the baby Jesus?” Richard asked me.

“Uh.. sure…” I answered as hesitantly as I imagine you would have answered.

“I just love the baby Jesus,” said Mr. Simmons as we walked up and into his living room, revealing a…