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What’s a Must-Have in Your Snack Drawer?

From sweet treats to salty favorites, members share the snacks they can’t live without.
snacks

Quote byDarell Crawford-Parker, Colorado

Chocolate!
—Darell Crawford-Parker, Colorado
Darrell Crawford Parker

Quote byLarue L.

Cosmic Brownies!
—Larue L.

Quote byKelly Whitten, California

Seaweed snacks.
—Kelly Whitten, California

Quote byRon D.

Stauffer’s animal crackers—original and chocolate.
—Ron D.
Animal Crackers

Quote byAdam Feicht, Ohio

Spiderwebs and paper clips. If you can afford a snack drawer and have time to eat, good for you! Honestly though, … Red Bull and yogurt are my must-haves.
—Adam Feicht, Ohio

Quote byMiguel G.

Takis.
—Miguel G.

Quote byStacy E.

Chocolate-covered espresso beans! Instant pick-me-up!
—Stacy E.
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