Internet Lovin’

Date: Thursday April 3, 2008
Posted in: Blogging

(Google and I are thisclose.)

I have had a bit of a love/hate relationship with the Internet.

I used to have a daily weekly blog crisis where I felt like maybe I should close up shop. I felt like the site was more of a burden than a blessing. I felt the need to hold the Internet up with my involvement. Because that was a completely rational thought.

Then I got my head on straight.

People come here if and when they want to. I can go to other sites when and if I want to. There are no expectations from either party. I said it before, and I will say it again. Blogging is about community and not about obligation.

Can I get an AMEN?

On that note, I have really come to appreciate all that the Internet has to offer. Not the crappy side, but the community side.

Case(s) in point:

1. The presents! In the mail!

I have joined a few Swaparoonis, had random gifts sent to me, won a contest, and purchased cute stuff from Blog Buddies off of Etsy. I have a Flickr set titled “Internet Love” (Hellooooo Google. Again. You just love me, I know.) which chronicles the spoiling.

2. Speaking of presents…

A few weeks ago, Whoorl did a post about the boat load box of Haribo Gummi Bears that she had purchased from Amazon. A tummy ache was her malady. Poor, sweet Whoorl! I wondered aloud (in her comments) if Amazon.ca (Canada’s version of Amazon) would deliver these special Gummi Bears to my doorstep. She emailed me pronto and offered to mail some Gummi Bears to me. Then she headed off to the Post Office, with the help of Wito.

OVER TWO WEEKS AGO.

THEY HAVE STILL NOT ARRIVED.

Harumph.

A big THANKS to the US/Canadian border. I think they should change the name from “border” to “barrier”.

(If this site explodes, blame it on the Customs dudes.)

3. The (recent) love

Hillary awarded me with an Excellence award this week. She is pretty excellent herself. Go and see.

Kim over at 180/360 created this photo which brought me all sorts of glee.

Easter Peeps

Did you see my kissy-face?

If you know any of the other bloggers featured, then you will fully appreciate the genius behind this photo.

4. Sharing the love!

That whole chocolate post the other day made me aware of the Canadian chocolates that are not are available everywhere. Some items are not even available across Canada! Like the Hedgehogs!

Hedgehog

The comments! The Twitters! The emails!

Metalia and I were chatting on IM, and she offered a box of the fabled Thin Mints (she has a secret stash) in exchange for a package from me consisting of Smarties and Hedgehogs. It will be glorious, should our packages actually arrive before 2010.

I have promised some Canadian candy to Whoorl and Loralee, for being the stars that they are.

I headed out Wednesday morning to stock up on Smarties and Hedgehogs. At the mall. With three kids under the age of six.

In The Mall

Because I am awesome like that.

While perusing the candy aisle, I had a stellar idea!

I have the greatest, sweetest readers ever. I am uplifted by you all daily. I want to reward you guys for being so good to me.

Also! The traffic at this here site? Has increased. I know many people are shy to say “Hello”. I am the same when I stumble upon a new site. Not sure if I should even bother with the commenting.

So? I hear you.

But I have a bribe.

Canadian Candy

And no shame, apparently.

I will do a random draw this Sunday April 6th, based on comments received until midnight on Saturday April 5th. Your comment is an entry. If you link back to this post (not the site, the post), then you get an extra entry.

If I get over 150 comments (still a mere fraction of the daily traffic)?

I will make TWO draws.

For you linkers, this gives you FOUR chances to win.

To make it easy to comment, I have a question for you. Some people are not chocolate fans. They prefer sour/sugar candy or even a salty treat.

Which do you prefer: Chocolate, candy, or salt?

I will confess. I prefer them in this order: Salt (Doritos Sweet Chili Heat, I love thee. And popcorn. With salt.) Then candy (of the sour variety, like cherry blasters or sour keys), and then chocolate.

And you?



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I definately LOVE chocolate…. all sorts… The mere thought of hedgehogs right now make me shake and grimace because I KNOW I am unable to get my grimey hands on them! I am in South Korea teaching English… so not only is there a SERIOUS lack in hedghogs and the such… but a serious lack in REAL tasting chocolate at all…. Sure they have ‘kitkats’ or what they SAY is…. but it truly does NOT taste like chocolate…. it has a fake sort of taste… It took me 4 months just to find ‘chocolate’ syrape for icecream….My amazing sister sent me some REAL chocolates for Christmas… and boy OH BOY was I in heaven… for two days :( hehe
When I get back I think I will be going straight to the Cakebox Bakery for a Long John…. and Willow brook Lane for some of that FUDGE (I hope it’s still there! I have been gone for a while:P)
heheh

Comment by Megan on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:31 am

Chocolate first. Then salt. Candy - I can take or leave that stuff!

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Comment by Hannah on April 3rd, 2008 @ 1:22 am

Salt, chocolate, rarely candy!

Boulder potato chips, Goldfish crackers, dark chocolate…

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Comment by Ann from Montana on April 3rd, 2008 @ 1:27 am

I’m partial to a good gummy lollie (candy) and jelly beans
(do they do jelly beans in Canada?) but also like chocolate and mmmm salty fatty foods too. It’s interesting since going on the ‘lose the wobbly bits’ fad I’ve almost completely eliminated salty stuff, occasionally have chocolate but still can’t give up my jelly beans.

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Comment by Beverley Warwick on April 3rd, 2008 @ 1:57 am

Hi from the really dutchie! So I am from The Netherlands. We do have Smarties over here! And also Aero, but we call it Bros. It is from Nestlé as well.
Hmmm, salt, candy or chocolate? Not always the same. With tea I prefer chocolate (plain Belgian milkchocolate from Cote d’Or), with alcohol I like salt (Bolognese chips from Lays) and with lemonade I like candy (everything from Haribo).

Comment by Diana on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:03 am

My order is: Sweets, then sweets, then more sweets. I love Candy, it’s a wonder I have any of my own teeth. It’s been a while since I had sour keys and I live about 10 minutes from the Allan candy factory. I need to get over to the store.
No need to include me in the draw though as you know I’m in Ontario and can get these candies. It would be interesting to hear someone from another country describe the joy of eating your chocolaty prize if they win. I think that should be a requirement of the winner. :)

Comment by Teej on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:16 am

I am a Canadian in the UK. Getting used to the chocolate here has not been bad, although I miss many other things like Clamato juice for Caesars, Swiss Chalet, and KD!

I have never had a hedgehog before though and I lived in Ontario. Rea Thompson Mint Smoothies are to die for!

Dairy Milk here is unreal - with Crunchie chocolate bar bits, Easter creme egg filling, shortbread bites and so much more. Oh and they have Smarties dots!

Comment by Dana on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:35 am

I am a southerner, reading in Georgia. I love candy, sometimes eat chocolate, and occasionally will go for a salty treat. Now that I have four little gals following me around and wanting what ever I’ve got, I try to save my sweets indulgences for naps and bedtime.

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Comment by MaryBeth on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:58 am

I confess that the sweet and salty granola bars are pleasing to one who cannot make up her mind. Chocolate must be dark in my world, and I can only eat a bit at a time. A friend once told me when you eat so much chocolate that the sweetness makes you feel ill, that you can eat a few potato chips and be good to go. I actually tried that and she was right. I have no shame apparently.

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Comment by witchypoo on April 3rd, 2008 @ 3:39 am

I’m a salty snack girl myself. Whole grain Cheerios snacks and Zesty Doritos. Mmmmmmmmm.

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Comment by Karla on April 3rd, 2008 @ 3:41 am

Salt, candy, chocolate. Always. I rarely crave chocolate. Maybe once a year?

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Comment by The Lisa Show on April 3rd, 2008 @ 3:45 am

Chocolate first, candy second, and salt third!

Comment by Keri on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:23 am

Salt, chocolate, and then candy. I tried these potato chips that were dipped in chocolate and I could not get enough. It wasn’t gross at all!

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Comment by kirida on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:45 am

HAH - I see my Cdn living in the UK sister up there yapping… lol…

Top of my chocolate loving list? Caramilk, Dairy Milk, Twix and yep, those Rheo Thompson Mint Smoothies…. oh baby! I do enjoy chips and popcorn and sour candies as well but I’m not a fan of pretzels. Bleck. Dry.

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Comment by Holly on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:50 am

This one I’m totally entering. Salt normally wins over chocolate, except while pregnant and breastfeeding. Sugar comes way down the list in third place… .

I am drooling over the coffee crisp and the hedgehog. C’s cousin brought us hedgehogs when she visited last summer but I haven’t had a coffee crisp in ages. I might beg my mother to send me some!!! Aero and Smarties are available here in the UK - so no drool necessary…

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Comment by trish on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:51 am

Well, you know I love Aeros. But honestly, I am more of a cherry sours girl than anything. Salty stuff and chocolate I probably like in about the same proportion.

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Comment by bethany actually on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:12 am

I’m a chocolate with peanut butter girl all the way. However, I must confess that if there are Doritos in the house, I will eat the entire Family Size bag as my breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Comment by Tressa on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:17 am

I’m a first class chip lover. Doritos is my #1 and then I go by brand…..they have to be Humpty Dumpty. My other love besides the salt would have to be McIntosh toffee. It’s the best.

Comment by Sarah on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:23 am

Chocolate! No question! I’d love to sample some canadian chocolate, as I’ve never blessed my tastebuds with ANY of the items in the above box. A link is in the future as well…:) Hope you get tons of comment love:)

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Comment by Erin on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:29 am

Chocolate…drool…

Wait? Were there other choices? Doesn’t matter. Chocolate….

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Comment by Indygirl on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:31 am

Chocolate first … definitely FIRST! I need chocolate after every meal or I go nuts and can’t stop thinking about how I need chocolate (except for breakfast, but I could eat chocolate if offered :)

Salt is a close second. Its more a craving then a NEED though.

Candy is not my favorite. I rarely eat it unless I’m bored.

Good question! I’m so curious about these Canadian candies!

Comment by Michelle on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:37 am

i’d definitely choose something salty over something sweet…but i love the sweet sweet stuff too!! i’m not crazy about PLAIN chocolate…i like it when it’s mixed with lovely things like peanut butter…or cookies….or caramel….mmmmmmmm….and i love me some smarties! love.

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Comment by ali on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:40 am

this is my second comment…but I got to thinking about the start of your post - specifically “community”.

I live rurally - by choice, and like a lot of solitude… I have been an independent consultant (database programmer) working out of my home for nearly 23 years. Although my solitude is important and comfortable, I LOVE the community of the “blogosphere”. It has enabled me to “meet” people who do what I do - in the comfort and time that works for me.

I love being part of other blogs - via reading and commenting and I love hearing from people on my own blog. And…it is interesting to ponder on how things will continue to evolve in this internet communicating.

Great observation Dutch Blitz!

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Comment by Ann from Montana on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:40 am

It’s a toss up but I do like chocolate. I do enjoy my chocolate with something salty though. Chocolate covered pretzels anyone?

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Comment by K on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:41 am

I think I’d take candy, then salty, then chocolate. Although, one time I ate a bowl of popcorn and a bar of chocolate, alternating bites of each.

Also, I love those Smarties! Our secretary brought some last time she went home (to Toronto) and they are awesome bits of heaven.

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Comment by claire on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:43 am

YAY for you being so popular! YOu do deserve every bit of traffic you get.

As for me: Salt, Chocolate, candy.

Comment by Karmyn on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:44 am

Ketchup chips! Don’t forget the (for Canadians only) ketchup chips! I happen to HATE them, but I’m still smug that only we can have them :)

I’m a BC resident myself and can get all of those chocolates right around the corner, so count me out of any draws. I couldn’t help commenting though!

Comment by Emily on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:50 am

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Comment by Chocolate dipped Canadian love « Crooked Halo on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:50 am

Hmmmm - I think I’d have to say:

Chocolate
Salt
Candy

But! I have recently made a discovery that combines my first two into a bliss I can’t describe adequately. I was returning Candy (a $12 bag of Jelly Bellies - a little over the top, no?) to World Market and spied among the many bars of chocolate in the checkout lane (they know us impulse shoppers so well) a bar of “Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt” chocolate bar. I love, love, love it!

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Comment by Heartfull on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:51 am

My order of preference would have to be: chocolate, salt, candy
(But I’ve always had a soft spot for Skittles and Jelly Belly candies).

180/360’s peep pic is brilliance, I agree. It makes me smile every time I see it!

I think the cross-country swapping that you and Metalia have worked out is brilliant! I would love to sample stuff from other countries! But if anyone sent me Vegemite, I may have to cry… Trying that stuff once was ample enough for a lifetime! :-)
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Comment by Jill - GlossyVeneer on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:01 am

Chocolate is number one. Definately. I just ate a chocolate now. And its 8:00am. Have you ever tried Riesen’s? Oh my goodness….seriously, its love at first bite. I do love my salty movie theatre popcorn too though…

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Comment by Shelly on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:10 am

Salt (french fries and other bar foods), chocolate, then sour stuff. But, hell, I love the three of them to ridiculous extremes so ranking them was tough.

You’re so kind, Angella! You have the best readers but YOU’RE the common denominator.

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Comment by She Likes Purple on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:15 am

Salt!!! Doritos, Fritos, Cheetos, Sour Cream and Onion!

(Don’t enter me in the contest, since you are already awesome for sending some my way. I just felt the need to proclaim my love for SALT.)

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Comment by whoorl on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:31 am

Hey long time no seek…it’s been awhile Dutch. Things are doin good for me in life regarding work, a new apartment and my romantic relationship with Natalie. I’m glad your family is doin’ good and your baby girl is over a year old already (wow).

About junk food…I mean chocolates can’t be bad for you if they taste good. It’s the best thing the Dutch and Belgians brought to the world. (yeah, I was the one entry who told ya my father is French from the Nord/Pas du Calais region facing Belgium). Anyways time to go and talk to u later. +

Comment by Michael on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:35 am

Candy would be my favorite, salt and then chocolate. Unless, of course, the chocolate is a Reese’s peanut butter cup or peanut butter M&M’s, then all bets are called off! I have a real weakness for anything Reese’s!

Comment by Deanna on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:38 am

I crave the perfect combination of chocolate and salt. Like chocolate-covered pretzels (or chocolate covered bacon)! I have no idea what a hedgehog is, but he looks delicious.

Comment by Angela on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:50 am

Me? Chocolate, salt, candy. But I don’t really like “candy” if chocolate is not involved. ;)

This is a great idea! I love sending mail to people.

Also? Um, I just noticed I am one of the peeps! I’m all studious and stuff! Awesome.

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Comment by sizzle on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:51 am

Candy! Mmmmm!

Comment by Kaili on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:52 am

CHOCOLATE!!!!!!

A very low second is salt and candy, I could literally do without.

:-)
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Comment by Kami on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:04 am

Chocolate ! Lots of chocolate !

Comment by Heather on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:06 am

My order is the exact same as yours! It’s almost like I need a sweet chaser of something after I eat the chips….vicious cycle. Vicious.

THANK YOU for putting those photos on Etsy. I can’t wait to get them!

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Comment by The Over-Thinker on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:14 am

Thanks for the peeps shout out!

I like chocolate, salt and then candy.

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Comment by 180/360 on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:29 am

Oh, I’m gonna have to go with chocolate first, then candy, then salty. For chocolate, I prefer either just plain milk or dark chocolate or Cadbury eggs (yes, the ones with cream!). For candy, I’m also a fan of the sour stuff — just stumbled across sour Jolly Ranchers which are nothing like the texture of regular Jolly Ranchers and ohhhh, I heart them! For saltiness, I’m gonna have to go with some good ole Salt & Vinegar chips — preferably the variety that you purchase at Schlotzsky’s Deli. Oh my mouth is just watering now!

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Comment by Brea on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:29 am

That’s a tough one. I love both of them. However, if you were to offer me Sour Patch kids or a Hershey’s bar, I would have to go with the Sour Patch Kids. I Luv them! Do you have Sour Patch Kids? They are kinda like a gummy but have this sour stuff on them. YUM!

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Comment by SouthernBelle on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:30 am

I’m a huge sours fan first and foremost. Then I’d choose chocolate (of the caramel or peanut butter variety). Then salt of the (McDonalds fries variety).

Sinful, yes… but oh so good.

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Comment by reddirtroad on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:39 am

I need a separate entry for baked goods: cinnamon buns, fresh-baked homemade cookies, brownies, cupcakes. They will always be a delightfully carbalicious #1 in my books. Then chocolate, then salt, then candies.

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Comment by Amanda Brown on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:41 am

Salt, salt, salt and more salt :)
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Comment by Rhi on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:56 am

Is it nerdy of me to admit that I hyperventilated a little when I saw my blog linked from your blog? Yes? Ok, forget I said anything.

Salt and chocolate are tied in my books. Give me salt WITH chocolate and I’m yours forever (hello chocolate dipped pretzels!)

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Comment by hills on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:56 am

No need to include me in the draw, but I had to give my 2 cents.

Salt barely edges over chocolate for the win. I love salty, flavourful things. Chocolate is pretty darn fantastic too. Candy wouldn’t even factor on the list at all. I’ve always hated it, even when I was a child. There’s something about all that sugar that just grosses me out. :)
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Comment by Sharon on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:10 am

I like it all. But I think I prefer candy the best. Like, Sour Patch Kids. I also adore Tootsie Roll Pops.

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Comment by LVGurl on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:16 am

Chocolate and only chocolate!

P.S. What are smarties? I have been confused, clearly, because I thought you were talking about American smarties, which are candy. That box of smarties up there does NOT look like candy but maybe…candy coated chocolate…? Help!

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Comment by Marcie on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:23 am

WHEEE!!! Candy! haha, I’m all about the sour cola bottles or sour keys mmmmmmm

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Comment by songsinblue on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:34 am

I’m so excited!

And?

I totally would have given you Thin Mints if I wasn’t such a piggie and snarfed them all down. Sigh.

P.S. YOU MUST PUT THEM IN THE FREEZER! Best, best way on earth to eat them. (Trust me. I have an expert pallet in all things “Thin Mint”)

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Comment by Loralee on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:35 am

sour candy, then chocolate… yummmmm

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Comment by Elizabeth on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:48 am

chocolate above all else! when i feel like it. haha
btw, do you have coke zero there? i used to drink diet coke but can never go back to it now that I’ve tasted the zero calorie nectar of coke zero!

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Comment by reddirtroad - Blog Love on April 3rd, 2008 @ 9:30 am

Chocolate, chocolate, and then after that, chocolate.
But I also like chewy things that stick to your teeth like caramels and wine gums.
Salty? Take it or leave it.

Comment by Danica on April 3rd, 2008 @ 9:51 am

Happened upon your site, I think from shuttersisters? And yes, have been visiting without commenting. But I can be bribed (as well as follow nice requests like yours). I’m a seattle girl with no kids, no husband (< 3 months) and no fun camera (yet) but I think your writing is great!

(and the hedgehogs look darling. I will have to look for them next time I’m in Vancouver)

Comment by MissAnna on April 3rd, 2008 @ 11:29 am

The internet DOES rule!! :-)

Every time we go to Canada we always buy treats up there. ALWAYS. My sister in law demands we bring her back an Aero bar. And we are happy to oblige.

I love sweets. Um, chased with Bakes Layes.

(Dude, it keeps saying my comment isn’t working. I hope I not just reposting this a million times.)

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Comment by Isabel on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:06 pm

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Comment by Hey, Mrs. Wilson! » Go to Dutch Blitz, get some candy on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:14 pm

HEY! SEND CANDY HERE! RIGHT HERE!

Great idea dude!

And also, I linked!

Um, yes, I like junk food. Love it even. And yes, I would marry it if I could.

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Comment by Jen on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:19 pm

chocolate, I’m addicted, I’ll admit it. But I’m trying to stop…

Comment by Rachel on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:25 pm

Oh that is a hard question to answer, I like them all, but I think chocolate is my fav. Mmm, chocolate!

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Comment by Kristin on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:40 pm

Anything for free chocolate!!! I am in love with chocolate! Hope I win…I always like a good chocolate bar!

My order…
Chocolate
Salty
Sweet/Sour

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Comment by Amy on April 3rd, 2008 @ 12:49 pm

You go girl!!!

Comment by Jazz on April 3rd, 2008 @ 1:59 pm

I am a self proclaimed Chocoholic. I have a love/hate relationship with chocolate … I love it, but my body hates it (note the 35lbs I need to lose). I can eat chocolate ALL. DAY. LONG. So, bring on the free Canadian chocolate!!!

I crave salt mostly that horride “time of the month”. I can do without candy (thank goodness I lack at least one vice).

But, girl, you know I luv you even without the free chocolate!

Comment by Red Lotus Mama on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:04 pm

ooooh- doritos and popcorn! It may only be 9am here in sunny Sydney, but I have already consumed a small(ish) packet of crisps. I love my salt! (although the crisps may have been more to do with the hangover I’m nursing!)

It’s funny- I love my salty, but nothing beats that yummy almost melted chocolate. Do Canadians keep their choc in the fridge? It’s very common here in Australia, and I hate it!

/rant :)
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Comment by Andrea on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:08 pm

I’m Salty (Flaming Hot Cheetos and Jalapeno Chips)
Sour
then, Chocolate (Dark Chocolate)

Comment by gorillabuns on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:08 pm

chocolate is number one for sure! then candy, then salt.

Comment by Heather on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:11 pm

Salt, Chocolate then once and a while candy.
Now I am posting because I love getting comments too.
Personally I think you should send it to the first commentor because my figure can’t afford to eat it, that is if you happen to pick my name :D
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Comment by D-ann on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:42 pm

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Comment by Word to Your Mother « Songs In Blue on April 3rd, 2008 @ 2:50 pm

I prefer salt, chocolate and then sweets. I’ve been a lurker for way too long.

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Comment by Lindsay on April 3rd, 2008 @ 3:12 pm

SAAAAAALT. It works out well, as J is a huge candy person, so we each have our own snacks. :)
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Comment by metalia on April 3rd, 2008 @ 3:56 pm

Probably candy, salt, then chocolate.
I like pretty much ALL candy, minus black licorice-y things.
I LOOOOVE white cheddar popcorn, and Old Dutch or Lays Salt and Vinegar chips (Ms Vicki’s is too crunchy!), and pretzels (sometimes with mustard) and dorito nacho cheese.
Hedgehogs are SO GOOD, but I’ve recently been introduced to Daniel’s hazelnut chocolates–OH MAN. I’d say, they’re even a little bit better than hedgehogs!
PS i linked!

Comment by Meg on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:11 pm

I’m the same as you - salt first (salt and vinegar chips) then some sours like sour patch kids and then non sour candy like swedish berries and then a really well made chocolate - some type of chocolate caramel is always a great choice!!!

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Comment by Tracy on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:32 pm

Candy, salt (hotter the better) and then chocolate.

Comment by Tisa on April 3rd, 2008 @ 4:59 pm

I accept bribes of chocolate!
And, yes, I’ve already linked here for my extra entry :)
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Comment by merrymishaps on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:49 pm

You absolutely ROCK!!!

And I prefer candy, salt and then chocolate. Unless its foreign chocolate…then it would come before salt. Yes, I’m a snob like that. :D
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Comment by Lisa on April 3rd, 2008 @ 5:58 pm

Linkeyroo done :)

I have some more chocolate junkies that might find there way over here too.

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Comment by Lisa on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:12 pm

OK, I’ll bite. Chocolate is my favorite. I don’t know if you have this in Canada but Trader Joe’s Truffles are to die for. Inexpensive and delectable.

Shalet’s last blog post..Boys will be boys?

Comment by Shalet on April 3rd, 2008 @ 6:40 pm

Chocolate! Looooove it! My current indulgence is a big black bag of individually wrapped morsels from Costco. 4 different shades of dark chocolate, one with coffee bits. It’s lasted quite a while and is a great price.

Salty has been a good standby. I learned to make popcorn at 3 years old and haven’t really ever stopped. Current fave on that front is homemade kettle corn, made on the stove.

And then candy. The little froggies from the corner store. The best. And Swedish Berries. Yurmmmm!

Comment by Rachel Joy on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:03 pm

Oh good lord that’s a hard one. I’d have to say on average it’s
1.Chocolate
2.Salt
3.Candy
but really? It’s usually all three maybe all at once, or one the one minute and another the next ;)
Victoria’s last blog post..Finish This Sentence

Comment by Victoria on April 3rd, 2008 @ 7:42 pm

I do not understand why I have to choose: I like the take 5 bar, which is sweet, salty, and chocolatey. I am big on indecision.

NTE’s last blog post..I don’t think it fits

Comment by NTE on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:32 pm

Chocolate!

I am a new reader to your site, found it from Ali. Your pictures are amazing.

I’m also having a giveaway on my site. Come and guess when my baby will come, whoever is closest wins.

Jenn

Jenn’s last blog post..A Game

Comment by Jenn on April 3rd, 2008 @ 8:54 pm

It totally depends what kind of mood I’m in, but normally I’m sweets first, then chocolate and salty.

Your kids + the mall = adorable!

Comment by Michele on April 3rd, 2008 @ 9:20 pm

My choice is chocolate covered pretzels…salt AND chocolate!

:)

Comment by Julia on April 3rd, 2008 @ 10:38 pm

Fellow Canadian here… not familiar with hedgehogs?
Anyway… my true candy addiction is the dutch treat- dropje’s (or Druppies!) Double salted… MMM!!!
And after that I’ll take chocolate… particularly chocolate orange :)
Tonni Geezer’s last blog post..Where it all began

Comment by Tonni Geezer on April 4th, 2008 @ 5:10 am

I miss ketchup potato chips!

Raven’s last blog post..google reader and things most excellent

Comment by Raven on April 4th, 2008 @ 6:14 am

I switch up between chocolate and salt as the numero uno snack. I am not so hot on the whole sour candy stuff - my 9 year old daughter loves it though. Mind you, I could eat pickle after pickle after pickle while she looks at me as if I am from another planet.

I think that’s a pretty normal look for a 9 year old to give a parent though. Or so I hear. lol

Comment by Michele on April 4th, 2008 @ 8:08 am

Ooh! Chocolate!

Sour candy makes my left eyebrow twitch incessantly for hours after one little Skittle.

I’m definitely a chocolate fan. I’m not going to lie, not a single day goes by that I don’t have some form of it. It’s more important to me than any caffeine.

But I like my salt too, though my body does not. Bad, bad body.

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Comment by barbetti on April 4th, 2008 @ 2:21 pm

I think it depends on the day for me. Some days I need salt and only the saltiest bagel chips or potato chips will satisfy. Other days I can’t get enough sugar - donuts, cookies, chocolate chips straight from the bag. For me sugar and chocolate are one and the same.

Comment by Debbie on April 5th, 2008 @ 9:26 am

Candy. I can live without chocolate, but I love some fruity candy like Skittles and Starburst. That’s MY downfall.

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