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More Than Chocolate
When was the last time you two love birds “shared” a wonderful chocolate experience? Do you remember what “country” produced the finished product? Maybe you even recall if any other ingredients were recognized, like fruit or nuts. Why not add “chocolate” to your upcoming shopping list right now while you are thinking about it?
[Part 1 – Topic]
Have you ever noticed whether you actually enjoy “consuming” chocolate? Who would ever actually say “no”, unless an allergic reaction also came with the experience? For those who are “unable” to eat chocolate (for health reasons), what “sweet” alternatives have you discovered?
Most of us have a “favorite” kind of chocolate. Do you prefer “white” chocolate? Or is “dark” chocolate more to your liking. Perhaps you enjoy “milk” chocolate the most. My wife prefers “dark” and I am addicted to “milk” chocolate. How about you?
Then we need to consider what “extras” come with the chocolate, if any. Do you prefer your chocolate “plain”, or do you prefer any fruits (like raisins), or nuts (like almonds), or even something else (like pretzels)? Honestly, I do not think you can go wrong with any of these selections.
[Part 2 – Problem]
Perhaps you and your spouse have not “enjoyed” any chocolate recently (like the last 24 hours). Do you feel good about depriving “your other half” or “yourself” by not stocking up the home with some of that “tasty, sugary goodness”?
Maybe your marriage has somehow “forgotten” the value associated with having something “sweet”. The savory chocolate “experience” should also include closing your eyes as you are transported to former “pleasurable” memories. Sweetness can be enjoyed by both your mouth and your mind.
Possibly a desire to “avoid sugar” at all cost has kept you from chocolate. Of course, you can always try to substitute something else. The real concern is to identify something that both of you can share, while remembering why you love your other half so much.
[Part 3 – Solution]
Right now, make sure “chocolate” is on your shopping list, or something “with” chocolate as an ingredient). Or, if you have to substitute, identify what you can both share that would be thoroughly enjoyable. By the way, you will want to purchase this item in the near future.
Never forget that both the “husband” and the “wife” should feel empowered to buy (or even bake) something sweet, even if only on “special” occasions. Please do not “wait” until your spouse takes the initiative. Of course, you should never go against the wishes of your dear spouse (if they disapprove).
One last thing, consider the “quality” of the chocolate. Remember to “read” the labels for each item you plan to consume with the love of your life. Some of us prefer our sweets to be “natural”, avoiding artificial sweeteners. Your main goal is to demonstrate “your” love through giving and sharing with the most important person whom our Heavenly Father has given you.
From one who forever remains…
“Under the Shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1),
Shawn Episcopo
Christian Community for Married Men and Women — (Knights) & (Damsels)