“And no chocolates!”
Following this threat from Henry Higgins, Eliza Doolittle directs her deliciously wicked song of revenge–culminating in a public execution–at her mentor.
And who can blame the budding flower girl?
I have written before of my own chocolate desires: My love of chocolate-covered orange peels, a treat that Barb plies me with on every birthday, anniversary, and Father’s Day, and sometimes just because. The jar of Hershey’s Kisses that is still almost half-full, a monument to self-restraint.
And many of you remember my quest for the mini-Snickers Ice Cream Bars. I have finally resigned myself to the notion these 90-calorie treats are no longer available. At last, I have broken down and purchased a box of regular-size bars at my favorite Woodman’s Market. Yes, I plan to slice each one in half and spread the joy of eating each over two evenings. A good test of willpower!
And then there is Lindt. Three years ago, when I described my daily diet to a nutritionist, I mentioned that I ate several squares from a Lindt Chocolate Bar daily. In view of my bulging waistline (the reason for my appointment) she suggested I “say goodbye to Mr. Lindt.” I haven’t completely said so long, but a bar that used to last for two days now lasts for two weeks. Sadly, my waistline hasn’t seemed to notice.
And since My Fair Lady is set in London, it is only right on this day that we look across the pond and remember Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was very fond of her chocolates. Rose and Violet Creams purchased at London’s Charbonnel et Walker and priced at $50 for a box of 25 were said to be among her favorites. And a bit of history, as a Princess, Elizabeth was given the only chocolate bar made from beans grown in the United Kingdom.
Perhaps chocolate contributed to the Queen’s longevity. It has certainly contributed to my weight. And dear Liza was so right to be angry at Higgins for cutting her off. How dare he. A public execution sounds just about right!
This is episode 4 of our My Fair Lady project, using a title or lyric from each song in the original Broadway cast album to inform or inspire a blog
.Previous Posts in the series:
My Fair Lady Project Part 1: OvertureMy Fair Lady Project Part 2: Why Can’t the English
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