Warming Sense

"What is that scent you're wearing?" asked the postal clerk.

I cringed. My sons hated the potent orange-smelling lotion I used to keep my hands from cracking and bleeding during the harsh winter months.

"It's called Citrus Body Butter," I explained. "It's strong stuff when first applied. My husband bought it for me from his co-worker. It works great on chap hands. My kids hate the smell."

"Oh! I love it!" she said. "A while ago, I bought a whole line of Bath and Body products – including a scented candle – called Orange Spice. I took it all with us on a trip to Mexico. Now whenever my sons smell that scent, they say: It reminds me of Mexico!"

"So on this freezing cold day..." I began. And she finished, "You've brought in the warmth of Mexico!"