A couple of things about these cookies. I haven't had many bouts with homesickness since I have been here. I attribute that to many things, but mostly, because I am living on an American base surrounded by many English speakers, eating familiar food, etc. But, earlier this month, I had a bad day, was looking at some Valentine's Day cards, and missed home. My mom makes great sugar cookies. The only thing is, she doesn't make them often. Usually, we have sugar cookies around Christmas and Valentine's Day. She will sometimes make them other times of the year, but it is rare. I think it has to do with the cookie cutters. Back to the point, I was missing home, and my mouth started watering at the thought of the sugar cookies I would be missing out on. So, I sent an email...on February 8th.
February 14th, "Cookies are in the mail." Very good news indeed. February 25th, "Ok. I shipped the cookies 11 days ago. Do you have them yet?" Nope. Not yet. Still hungry. I took three count 'em THREE trips to the place where we pick up our mail thinking that each mail call email I received notifying me that I had a package, the cookies would be there. Nope.
I got them today. The mail was stalled for a few days on account of some roads being closed, but I have been waiting for these babies for awhile. 15 days in the mail and they still are great. I opened the box immediately, shared with the mail guy, because he has a hard job and probably doesn't get to hear "thanks" very often. Yes, they would have been better fresh. At least there wouldn't have been as many crumbs, but they are still good. Best with cold milk. I already know what I am having for breakfast in the morning.
P.S. This shout out to my mom and the Madster is in no way intended to discount any other great packages or letters I have received. I am a lucky girl to get so much mail. But the wait for these cookies, made this a funny story I thought I would share with everyone. Lots of love. M
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