Let’s just say Andy Williams had it all wrong when he sang about the holidays being the most wonderful time of the year. Maybe it’s just that everything’s better when we can’t have them, but those cookies are so mouth-wateringly good. It’s impossible to find anything that comes close to tasting like them. Try eating just one or even a few. Before you know it, you’ve devoured an entire box in one sitting, and you’re reaching for the next one.

 

So when the girls with their green sashes and brown berets come calling, it’s hard to resist buying a million boxes to store in cupboards (and how can you forget to put those Thin Mints in the freezer). Those Girl Scouts have great timing. Besides, the multicolored boxes are adorable. Nothing says ‘I don’t feel bad about breaking my New Year’s resolution to eat healthy and lose weight’ than a charming package with a smiling child’s face. 

 

And I could never hate on the Girl Scouts. I’m proud to admit I was one. Why? I could get those cookies cheaper. Looking back at all I was supposed to learn, I still don’t think I could last long in the wilderness. But I can name all the flavors and prices of those delectable treats. Priorities. 

 

Plus, you’re supporting a good cause. Don’t you get a warm and fuzzy feeling knowing you’re saving the world one box of cookies at a time?

 

Wait, you just wanted the cookies? Me, too. 

 

Last year, many Girl Scouts went door to door on Fraternity Row. Hey, come to Lyons Hall. You’ll have at least one customer. 

 

– Compiled by Colleen Bidwill, asst. feature editor, cabidwel@syr.edu