As the conversation unfolded, she drew a box of chocolates from her back with the whimsy of a cartoon character and held it out to you, her hand dangling the tempting treats like a puppy treat. "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get!" she exclaimed, offering you one. While the gesture may have seemed a bit belittling, it was clear that her intentions were pure and well-meaning.