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Beauty, Macarons, and a Moat

  Photo by Melanie Kreutz on Unsplash Macarons If you could embody happiness, prettiness, and dazzling colors on a plate, that plate would have macarons on it. They come in all the colors of the rainbow, and just as many flavors. If I could write a definition of the word “Macaron” in the dictionary, it would say, pure bliss. Of course, if the shop where you’re buying them packages those delightful snacks in a wonderfully pretty box, this is an added bonus. You could just wrap them in white paper, but that seems to border on disrespect for the moment/ macaron. Allow me to explain. To purchase a macaron is an experience. It’s a joyful ritual. The moment demands a pretty box filled with pastry jewels. However, if there’s some good reason for the macaron to not be packaged as they deserve, their beauty can carry that white paper, like a graceful model can make a simple dress look all that is elegant. Currently, my favorite macaron flavors are pistachio and Earl Gray. What are your fav...