Enthusiasts

I found some enthusiasts.  A hand full of people who not only enjoy cooking, but enjoy it with a passion like mine that is well received through both the action of cooking the food as well as enjoying it.  Where are these enthusiasts from you may ask?  They're on the Cooking Channel.  And yes, I am aware this network was developed by Food Network, which some chefs have carried over to CC, but a few of these chefs I really can relate to.
Chuck Hughes from "Chucks Day Off", Laura Calder from "French Food at Home", Roger Mooking from "Everyday Exotic", Nigella Lawson, and of course Julia Child "The Art of French Cooking".
These handful of chefs all display their passion and knowledge of food as one.  It's really inspiring to know that there are these kinds of chefs out there today (minus Julia Child, RIP) who want you to feel the way they feel, image the smells in their kitchen, and understand the simplicity of cooking fresh, local, eat-good food.

I take pride in my cooking.  When I serve something in my apartment, at my parents house, in my friend's homes, or even on the line in a restaurant, the best feeling is when you see that smile of pleasure spread across your family, friends, or customer's faces; it brings the utmost simplistic heart fluttering feeling. It feels damn great frankly.  And I am not going to shy away from my feelings towards the rewards I get when I cook.  It is one of my most prized possessions.