I am 36 years of age and getting better all of the time. I live with an exquisite cook. I try my hand once in a while, usually with great success. My palate has been spoiled since birth, except for when the United States Navy feed me for 6 years. My father is an exceptional pie baker and I hope to aspire to his level at some point and time. For the time being I am a better taste tester than anything else. Pies, cakes, stir fry, breakfast and tuna casarolle. Dad's pies and cookies. Lemon coffee cake and blackberry pie. Shrimp lasagna.