A Sweet Thank You

Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies

Thanks • Merci • Gracias

Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies

It’s easy to feel invisible as your social interactions shrink to fit into a small box inside a 40-minute Zoom meeting. As thankful as I am to be able to connect online in this way with colleagues, friends, and family, I yearn for more. Surprisingly, my wish was granted by doing something for someone else. In return for my help, I have been rewarded with hours of exchanging ideas, life experiences and hopes for the future. I found out for myself the truth of the saying that “it's better to give than to receive.”

“Gratitude is the heart’s memory.” French Proverb

So to express my gratitude for what I’ve received, I make cookies (of course!). And the perfect cookie for an occasion such as this are these simple but so-yummy Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Squares. With just a few basic ingredients you can make a batch of these delicious treats, dip them in chocolate, and have them ready to give to someone special in no time at all. They turned out to be the perfect way to say ”thank you” for making this time something to cherish and not just endure.

The simple truth...
“If you want happiness for a lifetime,
help somebody.”

This Chinese saying captures the essence of a universal truth: Performing acts of kindness for others boosts your own mood and ultimately makes you a happier person.

 

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What I’ve learned...

Cookies are the perfect way to say “thank you” for almost anything. My handwriting has gotten so bad over the years that a handwritten note from me is more of a punishment than a kindness. Cookies, on the other hand, are an unmistakable — and sweet — message of my genuine appreciation for your thoughtfulness. These cookies were made with the best ingredients I could find and baked in small batches. Life is just better when you can share something you love to do with someone who has given you a gift. Don’t you agree?

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