Summer heat. Chocolate. Two things that, when combined, are magic and tragic simultaneously. Sitting out in the hot sun eating a chocolate ice cream cone. Mmmmmm! Bringing chocolates to friends when visiting on a hot summer day. Yikes!

Let me provide you with the inspiration for today’s blog. I have chocolate not only on my shorts but my car seat and t-shirt as well. I’m sure you can figure out how it all goes together. Chocolate. Holiday. Visiting. Heat. Bummer.

So, I decided to do a little research on removing chocolate stains from various surfaces, namely me. In surfing online, I realized I was not alone in this dilemma. It seems many of you have had untimely run-ins with our favorite treat. With that in mind, I have compiled a few links to info about removing chocolate stains from a variety of surfaces. Now, armed with this info, you need not fear chocolate in the summer any longer.

Removing Chocolate Stains - from Real Simple
How to Remove Chocolate Stains - from How Stuff Works
Chocolate Stain Removal - from CleaningTips.com
How To Remove Chocolate Stains - from Iloveindia.com

I haven’t tried any of these tips yet but once I do, I’ll let you know. And if you have any ideas, send them along.