For as long as I can remember, I love ICE-CREAM. Chocolate is my absolute favorite and my memories stem from childhood nights right before bedtime. My father would sometimes break out with a gallon of chocolate ice-cream and we would share spoons full of the cold dessert in front of the television in the kitchen. This was our time together to talk about events of the day, memories of the past or just ideas to discuss. This was father-daughter time to me and they were some of my most favorite moments. Sometimes it does not feel like bedtime until I have had a couple spoons of ice-cream.
Once my father created this concoction of chocolate ice-cream, milk and Ritz crackers. I was a skeptical girl but I tried it and it was the best thing I had ever tasted. To this day everytime I see a Ritz cracker I crave chocolate ice-cream with just a little milk (like a milk shake but thick enough you cannot drink it from a straw) and those salted crackers. Everyone who loves ice-cream should try this. It will leave you hooked!
So tonight before bed, I will continue this tradition of chocolate ice-cream and maybe I will introduce that little concoction my father had made with Ritz crackers. I hope this will lead to many nights of mother-daughter talks. ....Let's all scream for Ice-Cream!
Hi Chris,
ReplyDeleteThose happiest moments you shared with your dad are priceless. I remember your dad always had top ramen with egg and lots of pepper when I came over on weekends! That seemed like a "tradition" at your house for me! Building traditions are important and I think essential for our kids. They build lasting memories and instill structure and stability in their homelife. Plus, they enjoy looking forward to it all! In my home, we have the small traditions of "movie nights" and "sister sleepovers." But, we are also building our holiday and seasonal traditions that they look forward to. I enjoyed reading your blog and can't wait to read more! Love ya! Cathy L.