I decided to be brave and hit up the candy asile at Wally World the other day. This isn’t a normal occurance for me, as I’m not a big chocolate fan. As I was glancing at all the packages on the shelves I ran across something I hadn’t seen in years, at least 19. I had no idea they still made Rolo’s. It actually made me a bit sad to see them, but I also wondered if they still tasted as what I remembered as a little girl. If of course had to have them, just because they hold some special memories for me. Verdict…they still taste the same!!
Now, why do I remember this as one of my favorite childhood candies? I remember this being the only candy my Nanny had in her purse when I was growing up. She always used to give us one or two, I honestly can’t believe I still remember it. I’m not sure Roomie does, but I do. She passed away when I was 7 from Kidney Cancer, so I’ve got a tremendous memory. There’s just something about going on a car ride and having these things to suffice you while you’re out and about car riding. There are so many things I remember about her, like her lipstick, the Extra Bubble Gum you could also find in her purse and plucking her whiskers. Oh yes, I was a Nanny’s Girl. I loved going to see her and Paps in the summer. I loved everything about summer with them. Like Disney Popsicles (the Grand Kids were definitely spoiled), being tied to a clothes line (I have the pictures to prove it!! -haha), playing in the freezing cold well water, playing with my rabbits – I named one Brown Bear – don’t laugh… I was a kid; I didn’t know any better and loving on my sweet pet chicken – Henny Penny. Plus, I always got to help make breakfast in the morning and call the time and temp number to see how hot or cold it would be for the day. I still remember that number. Cooking breakfast was their ritual with the grand kids. Although, being a kid; you don’t get to fry bacon, eggs or mess with the hot skillet…but, you do get to mix homemade biscuits.
These days the breakfast ritual still continues. Except these days I tend to sleep through it or I let the great-grand kids help. It was always a special treat for me and I enjoy watching them do it.
So here’s to the Rolo’s. They’re sitting beside me while I type this post. I’m glad after 19 years I still remember them and remember their significance to me. They definitely have their sad and happy qualities and taste oh so good going down!