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I went to the grocery store this morning with the same intention and then remembered that Lent starts Wednesday - no goodies here.
Much to the children's dismay we're giving up desserts for Lent.
That's why I would eat all my chocolates in one sitting. :)
Wal-mart has V-day candy on sale for 50% off. I got some.
I would have if we didn't have a foot of snow and counting. So I made some fudge instead. Just enough for today and tomorrow. Happy Valentines Day to all the little Darwins.
Love,
Grandma A.
More importantly, here in Chicago, McDonald's begins selling Shamrock Shakes today. They are a religious experience in and of themselves, but if you meditate on the Trinity while consuming one, it counts as a sacrament!
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