We’re being told the reopening process is being done with “tremendous gusto and vigor,” but have we forgotten how to join in and left our gusto by the wayside? The dictionary tells us that we can do many things with gusto, or hearty enthusiasm, whether it’s playing a game or cheering someone on. Since the 17th century gusto has been helping speakers describe things that are done with vigor and enthusiasm. The doors are opening, slowly but surely. Maybe it’s time to go out and eat a steak with ‘gusto’ and get the flavor of life back again.
