Happy National Cookie Day!

When I was a toddler my family always called me The Cookie Monster because I loved chocolate chip cookies -- along with looking at flowers and pulling my big sister's hair.  I was happily pudgy, but when the doctor said my weight was starting to be an issue, my mom decided my new snack would be celery and carrots. I probably felt deprived at first, but with time, I adapted and as an adult I’m happy that I can enjoy both chocolate chip cookies and a variety of refreshing vegetables. 

In these days of Covid 19, when we can’t do our favourite activities and see people we love -- it’s natural to feel deprived -- like someone has taken away our delicious cookies! But, by changing our perspective, we can be grateful for the choices that we do have, like activities closer to home, the delivery of fresh fruits and vegetables, and the technology to talk to friends anywhere in the world. And, you can treat yourself on national cookie day with some delicious chocolate chip cookies!