In an age where small businesses face mounting challenges, Dorothy Ann’s column reminds us of the personal connections and community spirit that defined local bakeries like Smith's, making them beloved fixtures in town histories.
"A cookie jar ... well filled ... is one of the quickest ways to win friends and influence people ... especially little people!" Dorothy Ann's advice illustrates the value of home-baked treats in nurturing family bonds.
"Practically every small- to medium-sized town had a bakery like Smith's at one point: the local, family-owned shop where generations would line up to buy their bread for the week and maybe something sweet to boot."
"But small businesses like Smith's have seemingly disappeared from across the landscape at a pace that's tough to reconcile, compounded by inflation, raw materials scarcity and increased operational costs."
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