Dear Chocolate Fudge,
Oh,
how I crave your presence! If only you
were in my house every moment of every day, so I would never have to grieve
your absence. I would be able to keep you all to myself, as you would constantly
be resting in an airtight container above my refrigerator, where no little
hands could reach. Your irresistible
chocolate flavor and smooth texture continue to beckon to me, like an old
friend coming to visit.
The
recipe to make you was passed down by my French grandmother, and is a secret
that can’t be told, but is enjoyed by all who have been graced by your
presence. Oh, the birthday parties,
potlucks, and other celebrations that you have attended with me! They would not have been the same had you not
been there. You have perfectly and
evenly cut squares that have always been attractively laid out on a serving
platter for all to see your beauty. The
admirers you have are countless, as the word of your exquisite taste and the pleasures
you bring are spread amongst the crowds.
To
be perfectly honest, however, I enjoy our quiet peaceful moments together
beyond compare. Although it is wonderful
to be the one beside you at gatherings where you are the center of attention,
it is the most amazing feeling to find myself alone with you at the end of a
long day. The greatest thing I can
imagine is to be curled up together with you on the couch where you could,
quite literally, melt in my hands. Your
smooth, dark surface enchants me, as if to tell me of your health benefits and
persuade me to never leave you. It only
takes one small bite to know that you are the one for me, while pure joy fills
my soul. Your very essence captivates me
and holds me prisoner, as I am infatuated with even the smallest of
pieces. I have come to learn that the
longer I let you melt in my mouth the deeper my delight will be, and so I let
you linger there.
Recently,
you were the biggest source of comfort that I have ever found, something that I
could never adequately thank you enough for.
My husband was out of town on a long trip, leaving me at home with the
four little ones during the chaotic first week of school. That week was filled with “meet the teachers”
and brand new schools, in addition to the regularly over scheduled calendar we
keep. That night is engraved into my
memory forever as my frustration boiled over, and my patience for life wore
thin. In my moment of weakness I was
able to sit with you and let your heavenly chocolate sweetness wash over me and
melt away my sadness and anger. I do not
deserve the comfort you bring, and can only wish that I had the ability to
support others as you have supported me.
I
honestly yearn for your presence, and am anxiously waiting until we meet again. You are a treasure that seems to depart
swiftly, like a fleeting moment of my life.
If only I could keep you near me at all times!
Blissfully
yours,
Anne
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