Delightful Discoveries

I am a fan of all things organic, because I know it's the sure path towards a sustainable future for humanity and the earth. But when organic meets utter delight--well--my world just explodes in color.

I have always been a fan of Green and Black's organic chocolate. My favorite is Butterscotch which, unfortunately, isn't easily found. (D. and I are lucky to have sisters living in the U.K., ensuring at least a yearly taste.) But on this trip, we discovered a new to-die-for flavor: PEANUT. And don't you just love the packaging? It tastes like peanut brittle with a little bit of sea salt then bathed in a wonderful, creamy, not-too-sweet, organic milk chocolate.

What's my name again?

Green and Black's is available at Healthy Options, though I'm not sure they have this flavor in yet. Go and demand it! I've bought not-so-fresh bars there, so it's really hit or miss. But if you have relatives from the U.K. or the States who are just dying to bring home the perfect "pasalubong" for you, you know what to ask for.

AWAY FROM HOME

I do not enjoy airplanes. My sinuses act up, I come out looking rumpled, tired and ill, so I look upon travel with both excitement and dread. But once landed and unfurled, I am quite glad for the suffering! Look at this magnificent view.

We watched the sun disappear rather quickly into the sea--from a fantastic and surreal orb of flame, to what seemed like a portal into the next life, and then into a blip, before leaving behind this breathtaking sight.

There, on the hill, braving the biting cold, there was only gratitude.