I Can Feel the Bloggy Love!

If you are new to my blog, Welcome! I have worked in business for over 15 years and know very well about the power of networking and socializing. This blog is relatively young and will mature in time as I learn more about the blogging world. I am amazed at how much support the bloggers give one another and give pointers to those who ask. I still haven't found a blog mentor- but I will keep scouting :) I have found some wonderful blog communities that I am very proud to say I am a part of. I know there are many more exceptional communities and I hope to be a part of those as well.

I started this blog because of my love of writing and food. I enjoy sharing ways to celebrate and make the people around me happy. I am at a point in my life where I want to see the good in everything and help others see the silver lining also. I am a promoter of happiness and karma. If you need some motivation or some kind words of support... call on me!

♥ Thanks for dropping by showing some love- I truly do appreciate it and will return the love back to you!!

Free Sampling Event 2/5/2011

Area Walmarts are having a Snickers® Peanut Butter Squared free sampling event from 11am to 4pm on Saturday February 5, 2011. The time, date, and availability of product is not guaranteed or may vary by location. The Northwest Ohio area locations participating in this event are:

Bryan, Wauseon, VanWert, Bowling Green, Holland, Lima, Findlay,
and Central Ave, Toledo Walmarts. Check http://bit.ly/eUMX0Y to find events and times in your area.

Have a fun or free event happening soon? Share it here!

One Sweet Find

On our way home from dinner last night, we drove through Maumee (on the outside of Toledo) and a new store front caught our eye. It was lit up and decorated for Valentine's Day with all sorts of sweet treats and confections. We had to check it out, so we turned the car around and went in. It was a classic chocolate and candy gift shop with a full display of fresh chocolates and truffles.

Maumee Valley Chocolate & Candy is located in historic uptown Maumee and is locally owned and operated by Stephanie and Jeff Anderson. The atmosphere inside the store is amazing. Everywhere you turn, there is a candy or treat display that is mouth watering. They have everything from fresh made chocolates, nuts, mints, cotton candy, flavored popcorn, to the classic penny candies and Jelly Belly gourmet jelly beans.

We walked out with several different caramels, chocolates, and candies. I also grabbed quite a few salt water taffy flavors. All the confections were neatly boxed in red boxes. I enjoyed the strawberry cheesecake filled chocolate on my ride home, and it was delicious!! It was milk chocolate filled with cheese cake filling and strawberry puree- melts right in your mouth! I would suggest to get more than one because you will want to keep eating them. We also got the mints, cashew turtles, sea salt caramels, irish cream balls, and chocolate covered strawberries. It was all AMAZING!

The strawberries were as good as they looked :)

The turtles can be pecan or cashew in your choice of milk chocolate or dark chocolate.

I suggest that everyone stop in to Maumee Valley Chocolate & Candy in Maumee. It is on the corner of Conant St. and Wayne St. with the bright red awning. Also check out their website and Facebook page to find out more about their party and gift displays. I love supporting local business and this is definitely on my "favorites" list.

Click Maumee Valley Chocolate & Candy to go to their website. Have a sweet day!