36. Chapstick, Where Are You?
Thanks to the bitterness of the cold and the dryness of electric heaters, we have all experienced the unpleasantness of chapped lips. It’s a winter woe as common as the snowflake, the infamous chapped lip dilemma. There’s a deceptive simplicity in thinking one quick tug will restore smoothness, only to realize it’s a trap.
The sting of regret is as sharp as the cold that caused it. Winter becomes a cycle of balm application, hopeful healing, and the occasional ill-advised peel. It’s a chilly reminder that sometimes, the best intentions can lead to a raw deal. So we learn to stock up on lip balm and practice patience, or risk the wrath of winter’s kiss. Stay hydrated, friends, and let the balm be with you.