Back in the 1970's-80's our family had a friend, a young Naval officer, who traveled all over the world and frequently came home with exotic gifts for everyone. I remember a Summer when he visited and brought us a big bag of what must be one of the loveliest soaps ever made - Macedonia Soap, from Spain. It had a light, citrus scent and a kind of 'fizzy' spirit; I always felt effervescent after showering with it, and the memory of that soap still epitomizes Summer for me. I've tried for years to find it again, even to stamping my...