On Saturday, a box of chocolates appeared unbidden and unsigned on my doorstep. I do not know who they came from, it is large and full of sweetness. I wondered, is this a new, modern-day miracle that Jesus is instituting, or a temptation from the devil that I must refrain from? A couple of days late for Valentine’s Day, the box’s appearance is mysterious, isn’t it?
And so began my own couple of social media reflections, and responses.
Twitter:
@reneerico Someone left a large box of chocolates on my door yesterday, no note. Maybe God is saying, “just get fat again?” #wrongmessagesfromgod
Soon, I got my replies:
Kit Haener Argilla I say the chocolates are an acknowledgement of what an awesome daughter you are.
Thanks, Kit, that one definitely hit home for me.
A similar theological debate on the goodness of chocolate boxes was opened on Facebook.
Facebook:
Renee Rico Yesterday there was a large box of chocolates on my doorstep when I returned from the hospital. I am sure it is a sign I should get fat. Oops, wrong message for Lent.
Again my friends weighed in on the sign of the chocolate box.
Nicole Barnabé Nah, it’s a sign that you should take pleasure in simple ways at this time.
Suzanne Artley what Nicole said…
And all the way from France
Rebecca Kuiken No, it is a sign that God loves you no matter how much chocolate you eat … or share!
See how she has adopted the French attitude? This is, apparently, what pastors in France think. All of them.
So, blog readers, what do you say about the sign of the box of chocolates?
I say chocolate is a gift from someone who wants to bring sweetness into your life, and you should relish and enjoy each one with gusto.
I think it’s someone thinking that you should have a happy surprise, that just happens to have the bonus if being a snack.
I think life has thrown really enough at you right now, so maybe this is a sign that you should take it easy this lent and that the chocolate is meant as food for the wilderness you might think life has turned to right now…..