Tag Archives: chocolate

My Sweetie

Posted on May 7, 2023 by msw blog

We’ve endured lockdowns in Shanghai since March 2022, surfacing with just a day to buy provisions before going back into “house arrest.” My husband’s birthday fell on the second day of the current lockdown. I gave him, my spouse of … Continue reading →

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Charcuterie

Posted on February 10, 2023 by msw blog

Is it possible to pack a charcuterie spread and without the cheese getting as sweaty as you? Here’s what you do. Marinate the salami and Manchego with olive oil, black pepper, Marcona almonds, and lemon zest. The olive oil keeps … Continue reading →

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Food Police

Posted on November 14, 2021 by msw blog

I am a senior leader in a large health care system. In my department’s break room, I noticed a small, empty wicker basket. I started to fill it (anonymously) with individually wrapped chocolates I buy personally, as a small morale … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Lie

Posted on April 12, 2020 by msw blog

I lied on my weight watchers list. I put down that I had three eggs…but they were Cadbury chocolate eggs. -Caroline Rhea

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Ice Cream

Posted on June 22, 2019 by msw blog

Comical Explanation  

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