Destiny Survival

            “Hi, Sally!” Jenny called out from Diane and Duane’s front door as Survival Sally casually strolled up the sidewalk.  The sun shone through the clouds just long enough to give Jenny’s face extra brightness.  “We’re going on a trip to see Grandma this weekend.”

            “So I hear,” Sally said.  She handed Jenny a brightly colored plastic bag as Jenny came out onto the porch.  “Here’s something for your trip.”

            Jenny opened the bag.  “What is it?”

            “It’s trail mix.  You’ve had it before, haven’t you?”

            “Not this kind.”  Jenny turned around as Diane came through the door carrying a large black suitcase.  “Mama, look what Sally gave us for our trip.”

            Diane put down the suitcase and looked into the bag.  It rattled as she shuffled through the packages inside.  “Hmm.  Amish Country Hearty Trail Mixes.  Looks like there’s something for all of us.  Nut & Sweety Mix, California Mix, Cranberry Delight, and even some Peanut Butter Filled Mini Pretzels.  Your daddy will like those.”  She looked up.  “I like anything with banana chips.  These all look so wonderful.  Thank you, Sally.  That’s very thoughtful.”

            “I knew you were going to be on the road for several hours, coming and going this weekend,” Sally smiled, “and I thought you’d enjoy a treat.  They came from Lehman’s.  They’re made near their store in Ohio and are a hit with their retail store customers.”

            “I know trail mix is a quick, healthy snack for any time, and these will definitely be enjoyed,” Diane said.

            “That’s what I was hoping.” Sally said.  “If you have some left over, it will keep, since they’re in resealable plastic containers.  Then you can enjoy your favorite trail mix when you go hiking or camping sometime.”

            “Yeah,” said Jenny.  “I’m looking forward to camping when the weather’s warmer.”  She looked up at her mother.  “Can we have some trail mix now?”

            “Let’s wait until we’re on the road, honey,” Diane said, picking up the suitcase.  “Then Bryce and your daddy can enjoy it, too.  Let’s finish loading up the car.”

            “OK.  I’ve got one more thing to get in my room.”  Jenny skipped as she went to  the front door and disappeared inside.

            “I think my mother and dad would like these trail mixes,” Diane said.  “How can they get some?”  They both started walking toward the driveway.

            “I got them through our friend John’s blog,” Sally said.  “Click on the Lehman’s logo, and type Trail Mix in the search box.  When the page comes up with the picture of Amish Country Hearty Trail Mix, click on it and pick the ones you want.”

            “Well, it was thoughtful of you to get something for our travels,” Diane said as she opened the trunk of their car.

            “My Sam says it’s always a good idea to have some fun food for pleasure or survival,” Sally said.  “It lightens everybody’s spirits, and this is good eating.”