Licorice

Ok, I admit it: I'm having black licorice and a diet Pepsi for lunch today. I had inconvenient conference calls and errands to run, so lunch wasn't possible. Or so I told myself; but I lie to myself, don't you? That got me thinking about licorice. I like both red and black, but if I had a choice I would have to say that I prefer good black licorice. You know, the kind that sticks to your teeth (that I'm sure our dentists hate)? I remember my Dad coming home from trips and would bring home the leftovers of a Pep O Mint Lifesaver or, if I was really lucky a box of Callard & Bowser Licorice or Butterscotch Toffee. What a wonderful treat. Its a pity that they aren't made anymore. Don't even get me started about Cadbury Flakes.