While driving out to eastern Long Island last night, I stopped at Carvel with the urchins. 

Carvel is an ice-cream stand and was my first job as a teenager. I was what you would call a ‘soda jerk.’ 

I had a hot fudge sundae and it was delicious. I know it’s not good for me, but I will do some exercise this weekend to cut that down. 

All of us need treats, including Holly the Terror Dog. Treats will lift your spirits. 

Treats can be anything other than destructive things like taking drugs or drinking alcohol. 

Space some treats into your week, not every day, but once in a while – especially when you’re feeling low.