My darling Clementine…

Until today, I had succesfully resisted stores’ pressure to jump-start the Christmas season. I had even held off on one of my holiday favorites–the Starbucks gingerbread latte, which arrived in stores a couple of weeks ago. But this morning, I spotted a box of Clementines at the store, and I caved. For me, Spanish Clementines will always be associated with my Grandmother, who had made them one of her holiday traditions. So, the instant I peeled the first one, and the burst of citrus scent hit my nose, I was catapulted into the Christmas spirit. Now…bring on those feel-good Coca Cola ads 🙂