The Candy Man
Written by whoorl · Filed Under call me quirky, random, the tribe
I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned my dad’s glorious candy drawer on more than one occasion here at whoorl. Earlier this week, I received the greatest honor imaginable when my father asked me to accompany him on a candy-drawer-stocking expedition to the grocery store. I jumped at the chance to learn proper candy-stocking skills from the master. How does he do it? Are his purchases off the cuff or does he employ a systematic thought process? THE QUESTIONS.
A thought crossed my mind. I bet 6 of my readers would find a documentary completely riveting!
This video is for you, 6 people of the world.
Warning: This is 4 minutes and 54 seconds of your life that you will NEVER get back. Think about it.
The Candy Man from whoorl on Vimeo.
Megan
June 19th, 2009 7:26 amI, personally, found this delightful.
Lawyerish
June 19th, 2009 7:28 amI really, really sort of love your dad right now.
Also, I am staggered by the scope and variety of that candy aisle. Manhattan grocery stores just cannot provide the same level of candy fulfillment as a big box store.
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Katie Abanson
June 19th, 2009 7:29 amYour dad is awesome! I love his reference to rock bottom prices.
Lindsey
June 19th, 2009 7:36 amA candy drawer? that is something i need. Thank goodness for your video so that I know how to stock up! whee.
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Meaghan
June 19th, 2009 7:37 amThis was a great thing to watch on a Friday morning! Now I want to go make my own candy drawer!
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Erinn
June 19th, 2009 7:39 amThis made my Friday morning. It’s also made me realize that a) candy drawers are necessary and b) I really miss my parents. Shopping for candy with them right now would be a deeee-light. Have a great rest of the trip!
ashley
June 19th, 2009 7:40 amYou have an adorable voice and a cute hint of an accent.
That was HILARIOUS. And awesome.
$31 on candy. Video taping in a grocery store. It was all great.
Did anyone see you taping? It’s be awesome to see their reaction to: “It’s for my blog.” :)
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Yes, in fact, as we were checking out, I asked the cashier if she would mind if I videotaped the checkout screen. She said she didn’t mind, until my father told her we were from the competing store across the street. She didn’t find it funny at all.
jcristg
June 19th, 2009 7:42 amLove love love that I’m not the only one who makes fun of this organic obsession.
Also, happen to love your dad.
It’s an ongoing joke over here!
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Jill
June 19th, 2009 7:42 amYour dad is my personal hero – he spent $30 on candy! I have to recommend Starburst Jellybeans for the next candy drawer trip. They are splendid. No longer available in Canada (where I’m from) though, so I usually buy ALL the packages at Target when I get to make a trip to the US.
Amanda Nicole
June 19th, 2009 7:43 amYour dad is sooo cute! Knows candy AND is a good sport. I found this documentary very insightful.
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NicoleS
June 19th, 2009 7:52 amYour dad is the coolest! Seriously! And wow to the candy selection, I would be very afraid to walk through that aisle. So I have a question for you . . . how did you edit your video and add music, etc.? I went to Vimeo (which seems to be very popular, how do you like it?) but they don’t offer anything for video editing. Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! :-)
I use Apple iMovie . :)
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TUWABVB
June 19th, 2009 7:52 amI loved all 4 minutes and 54 seconds of it! Your father is adorable and I love his thought process.
And yes, dum-dums suck. Too much effort for such a little piece of crap. I was a bit dismayed to see the Candy Man walk past the Circus Peanuts without batting an eye. I used to love them as a kid, but now I’m a bit afraid of them.
Oh, the Circus Peanuts were not ignored. However, that footage didn’t make the cut.
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Jenn
June 19th, 2009 7:58 amAdorable dad, southern accents, chocolate, Sammy Davis Jr?
WIN.
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Katia / Crazy for trying
June 19th, 2009 8:05 amLove it! Your dad is a great sport for doing this.
rosalicious
June 19th, 2009 8:09 amThat was the cutest!
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Jessie
June 19th, 2009 8:15 amThat was a lot of fun. I agree with many above, I need my own candy drawer – something I’m going to instigate when we move next week (lots more drawer space in the new house).
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Kerri Anne
June 19th, 2009 8:43 amI find The Candyman’s glasses completely riveting.
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Rebecca (Bearca)
June 19th, 2009 9:01 amThat was THE CUTEST. I love your dad. And his most excellent candy drawer.
I especially enjoyed the typed captions reinforcing his points.
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Kristin
June 19th, 2009 9:16 am4 minutes and 54 seconds of awesome!
Kaleigha
June 19th, 2009 9:52 amHahaha. I like your dad.
Jamie
June 19th, 2009 10:12 amHappy Father’s Day to the Bishop. Would this be a bad (but bad in a good way) time to disclose that I work in the confectionery/candy industry? ;)
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Stephanie
June 19th, 2009 10:52 amLoved it!
If you are ever inspired to buy the Dum Dums send be the Bubble Gum flavor– it’s the only one my daughter likes!
And now I need a candy drawer…
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Kim
June 19th, 2009 11:03 amThat really made me miss my dad.
What an amazing video!
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Nicole
June 19th, 2009 11:14 amMy five year old just said “This whole movie is about buying candy?” Then he laughed uncontrollably for a good 3 minutes. Then wanted to watch it again.
a madhouse wife
June 19th, 2009 11:37 amMy kids were drawn to this like moths to a flame. They were sitting on my lap asking me all sorts of questions. Who is that? Who is that candy for? and the like.
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Ami
June 19th, 2009 12:03 pmI love it. Will never have to wander the candy aisle at Target in a state of dazed confusion again. You (and your dad (and your dad’s adorable glasses)) rock.
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Brooke Raymond
June 19th, 2009 12:06 pmHis candy drawer must be HUGE! More like a candy pantry.
Mindy
June 19th, 2009 12:15 pmI would love to see a pic of the actual drawer.
joslyn
June 19th, 2009 12:17 pmholy hell could your dad be any freakin cuter???!!!
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Joanna
June 19th, 2009 12:17 pmThat was hysterical. Thank you for posting such a cute Friday treat–and clearly it appealed to more than 6 of us!
Tracy
June 19th, 2009 12:20 pm…you and your dad together shopping for candy…adorable!
Crystal
June 19th, 2009 12:32 pmThat was just too good for words.
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Dana
June 19th, 2009 1:04 pmThat was hilarious!! I loved your candy video and your dad is really funny! “like Viagra but only lasts 3 minutes!”
I didn’t know that you could still write a cheque for groceries either.
sunny
June 19th, 2009 1:28 pmdude best video EVER. the candy man music was such a great touch. fun insight into the non cali whoorl persona. enjoy your visit! :)
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Miguelina
June 19th, 2009 1:53 pmYour dad’s right…worms ARE organic, and thus healthy!
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Mary Sue
June 19th, 2009 2:45 pmThis video is darling! And your dad is the cutest!
I also usually have a candy drawer, although right now it is more like a candy bucket. Currently mine is pretty citrus candy-centric: lemon drops, lemon heads, chewy sprees, and skittles.
I recently went on vacation with my mom (and, obviously, brought my candy bucket full of yellow-colored candy) and she brought out her stash of candy – all red candy including red hots, red licorice, and hot tamales. I was explaining to my boyfriend how weird i thought it was that my mom and I both show up with color-themed candy and he responded, “You don’t think it is weird that you both bring your own private candy stash?” Uh… I guess not everyone is obsessed with candy!
Lisa
June 19th, 2009 2:54 pmI see that you get your sense of humor from your Dad! He’s a natural, and the video was great fun!
kat
June 19th, 2009 2:55 pmAwwww…i loved this!
Loved the viagra for 2-3 minutes comment. What a ham!
And your voice was NOT annoying. Very smooth interviewer. ;)
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Miss Virginia
June 19th, 2009 2:56 pmHahaha! This is priceless! I don’t even know where to begin w/ the hilariousness. Loved the typed captions, esp. “Fondle the candy!” The editing, the music, ALL. OF. IT! How big is this candy drawer??? !!
slynnro
June 19th, 2009 2:57 pmSQUASH!
Next time I drive up to Oklahoma, can we just hang out with Ron instead of going shopping?
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Jennifer
June 19th, 2009 5:00 pmThis was so awesome! Made my day!
Taryn
June 19th, 2009 7:50 pmI thought the video was cute, you looked lovely, and your Dad is *adorable*!!!
Meagan S
June 19th, 2009 8:24 pmI love your Dad, he’s hilarious!
JAB
June 19th, 2009 10:46 pmThat was wonderful! You and your dad seemed to be having a blast! Enjoy the rest of your trip.
Rose
June 20th, 2009 12:10 amWELL i am about #50 who watched that video and i loved it. i want to shop with your dad and YOU! :)
ps what about reeeses?!?!
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natalie
June 20th, 2009 7:21 amGreat, now I want… nay, NEED… a candy drawer.
Bethany
June 20th, 2009 8:34 amAnd THIS would be why I LOVE your blog…
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Amy
June 20th, 2009 11:47 am:( Makes me miss my dad! I think he and Ron would be great friends :) Except that he lives in London…and gets teased constantly for his deep southern accent…and love of candy.
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Robin
June 20th, 2009 12:03 pmLoved the video! Your dad is so cute. Love the Johnnie’s reference and loved the Viagara comment. So something one of my parents would have felt the need to say on camera.
What’s up with sugar free round jolly ranchers? Really not okay.
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April
June 20th, 2009 12:37 pmLove the video!!! Your dad is adorable.
Kate
June 20th, 2009 1:50 pmI loved at the end when your dad asked “did anyone follow me?” He and you are adorable!
little miss mel
June 20th, 2009 2:42 pmHow do I NOT know of this grocery store? Is it an Edmond original? Damn, I’ve been gone too long.
I liked this, even more so since I thing your dad is just lovely.
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Amanda Brown
June 20th, 2009 9:19 pmCan your dad please start a blog?
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gorillabuns
June 21st, 2009 1:12 ami’m with someone else above, HOW CAN YOU BYPASS THE CIRCUS PEANUTS???? they are daumn, good.
or maybe, i’m so white trash, i don’t even know it.”)
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Shannon
June 21st, 2009 6:03 amThat? Was 4 minutes and 54 seconds of awesomeness. I thought MY dad rocked!! He’ll have to take 2nd place to the Bishop when it comes to the candy drawer…..but if we’re talking ice cream? My dad is the Man in the Know. :-)
Heather B.
June 21st, 2009 6:28 am1) That was the best
2) A theta with cheese please.
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Jeana
June 21st, 2009 9:29 amI love when you go to visit your parents.
One of the things that bonds my mother, my daughter and myself together is our shared disgust with the circus peanut. And I’m with your dad: The only thing that should have the bubble gum flavor is actual bubble gum.
Danielle
June 21st, 2009 2:32 pmThis is BRILLIANT!
And!
I LOVE your Dad!!
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Ninabi
June 21st, 2009 7:48 pmYum. Wonderful video- such fun- so much candy in just one trip.
We have a candy drawer too. Fire-hot Jolly Ranchers for my husband. Chocolate in the drawer from Trader Joes. And double salt licorice from my daughter. Put those in the front and most people dare not dig further, leaving more for me!
Again, what a great video- isn’t it funny how some of the smallest traditions in a family are the most treasured?
Kelly
June 22nd, 2009 12:55 pmLoved the video – thank you for sharing!
Kelly
June 22nd, 2009 12:55 pmLoved the video – thank you for sharing!
Kimberly
June 22nd, 2009 4:45 pmThat was just great. Maybe it’s the proximity to Father’s Day, but I’m a little verklempt that your dad is so great and sweet (mine definitely is… neither of those things).
Frantabulous
June 22nd, 2009 7:18 pmOkay, that was hilARious!!!
Sharri
June 22nd, 2009 7:29 pmFirst of all, he is just one of the most endearing dads I’ve ever seen (besides my own!)
Second of all, I lurve your OK accents.
Third of all, THE CANDY! It’s divine! What fun!
Thanks.
kristinblakely
June 23rd, 2009 5:50 amum, that was hilarious! and precious.
Lyndsay
June 23rd, 2009 8:24 amLove the Oklahoma inside joke. Theta burger, anyone?
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Ashley
June 23rd, 2009 10:08 amLaughed my a$$ off at that! AWESOME!
Amy
June 23rd, 2009 10:57 amOh, my goodness, I love your dad. As a daughter of a fellow candyman, this has a big spot in my heart. Love it.
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karin
June 23rd, 2009 12:14 pmHilarious! Thank you for the entertainment. I enjoyed it immensely. Your dad is the best!
roz
June 23rd, 2009 12:23 pmI love your dad. He kind of looks like my dad, whom I lost when I was in my twenties, so watching that is kind of bittersweet for me. My dad loved candy too, but was more obsessed with ice cream. It was dangerous to send him to the store.
Can I ask how you got your wavy hair to look cute instead of looking like you just forgot to do it? I am trying to figure out how to give the blow dryer a rest on weekends and vacation. I think you and i have about the same hair texture.
Anonymous New York
June 23rd, 2009 4:39 pmHilarious. You two are cute together! Nice job with the candy selection, except Whoppers. Yuck.
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Mack
June 23rd, 2009 6:31 pmYour dad is cute (in a Kevin Spacey AMERICAN BEAUTY sort of way). Plus, he reminds me of my uncle from Texas (sort of a know it all about stuff not many people care about). I know someone who edits film in New York, and all the drawers in the post production house are candy drawers (Literally…I wish I took pictures). Nice video.
Lisa
June 23rd, 2009 6:56 pmYour dad is awesome! I want access to that candy drawer! My mouth is watering with thoughts of the sugary goodness that I witnessed tonight. Thank you for the hard work ya’ll put into that video!! Now, when I put together a candy drawer, it will be done expertly. The problem will be being able to stay OUT of said candy drawer. :)
justJENN
June 24th, 2009 6:48 pmHa!!!!
Mandee
June 24th, 2009 8:02 pmHe’s like a candy savant. Solid selections and theories for procuring the right stuff. Impressive, to be sure.
Danielle
June 25th, 2009 4:38 pmOkay, your dad is hilarious and adorable.
wishcake
June 27th, 2009 4:47 pmUm, so, that video totally made my life. I’m sitting here totally busting up laughing, all by myself, which isn’t awkward at all.
“Is anyone following me?” Muaha! I love it!
Also, with a candy drawer like that, how is your family not morbidly obese? Seriously, I need your genes. Or the ability to not devour an entire (huge) bag of M&M’s in one sitting.
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LilSass
June 29th, 2009 6:15 amAm I the only one that found it hilarious that your father paid with a check? WHO USES CHECKS THESE DAYS??? My mother also continues to be that person in the grocery line writing a check. She explains this habit like it’s a skill she needs to keep up. Like check writing is this dying art that she’s going to carry to her grave.
HI-LARIOUS!
Vanessa
July 6th, 2009 8:31 amThank you for this video! I absolutely loved it. It reminded me of me and my dad. He has kept a very proudly, well stocked candy drawer for years. I’m temporarily staying with my parents right now and have blogged about how awesome it is to live with them and their infamous candy drawer. Check ours out: http://nineandlight.blogspot.com/2009/03/infamous-candy-drawer.html
Thank you again for sharing this!!
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