(Rich takes a deep breath).
Beth’s amused that her “vacation” from Atlanta is building gift baskets
and chatting with customers in the front of the shop.
Kathy’s thrilled to be back (after a short unexpected hiatus
and we’re equally thrilled to have her!
Donna baked brownies and caramel shortbread squares yesterday
(Yeah, *those* caramel shortbreads).
Kevin joined the staff to wrap bars, boxes, and bonbons,
and will soon be shooting your espresso
(just as soon as his espresso is dead-on absolutely perfect!)
And Major General Payne is A-OK and keeping us on proper footing!
(You don’t know Colonel Payne? Stop in at 6:30 pm some night.)
Holiday time is crazy time at the chocolate shop. Rich takes
deep breath and jumps in with both feet.

See you at the shop!