When I first started Prides Crossing Confections, I rented a cute little building not far from the local train depot. I had plenty of room to cook the fudge, spread the turtles out on a marble table and display all my hand made chocolates. The picture of that nearby train station was always printed on my candy boxes. As the years went by, more and more people wanted my candy! That was great! But my tiny little store became overcrowded with boxes, ingredients, candy and customers who sometimes had to wait outside the door! For awhile, I moved my production to another building. But that wasn’t ideal. I think it is nice to make the candy right where you sell it. It is also nice to see my customers, chat with them and hear how much they enjoy all my hard work. So many times I thought about that train station down the street! Maybe it comes from playing with model railroads as a boy. Maybe it is because the station represents a time when people took the train to Prides Crossing to enjoy the beach, a quieter place and maybe even some chocolate treats. So, when I had the chance to move my whole operation to that station, I couldn’t resist! If you haven’t had a chance to visit us at our new location, please come by! Not that much has changed. I still work hard, I still make the same delicious chocolates and I still enjoy seeing my customers. -- Chris Flynn