A Memorable Simile.

Similes, if you'll recall from a distant English class, are comparisons of two unlike things using the word "as" or "like."

The technique is frequently employed in books, music, TV and advertising because similies have the power to vividly demonstrate a point.

Yet few are arresting to the ear.

In a recent episode of Modern Family, ABC's hit TV sitcom, a truly inspired simile was uttered: "I feel like I ate the sun."

As both a writer and a reader, I'm keeping my ear tuned for fresh similies.

Let me know if you "hear" a good one.