You know how some things from your childhood stick with you as you grow? Some memories are so special that make you smile when you remember them. You can be all alone, have the memory, and smile from ear to ear.
I have many of these memories but two that made me smile this weekend are warm jell-o and custard. I remember my mom making warm jell-o water for us when we were sick or playing outside in the snow (instead of hot chocolate). Warm jell-o is soothing and really warms you up. Warm strawberry banana is my favorite. I also remember Grandma Schrader making custard for me when I had Scarlet Fever. My whole family left me to go skiing in the mountains of New York, but Grandma was there for me, and she made me custard from scratch.
I made both warm jell-o and custard for Christopher over the weekend. He has had both before, and I have received little to no acknowledgement of his appreciation. When I asked if he wanted them Saturday, his eyes smiled and he said, "Yes!" If nothing else, I think I passed a couple of warm memories on to him. It would not surprise me if one day he makes these comfort foods for his children.
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