"Rewrite the following introduction with a stronger connection to family: I was raised in a family that really appreciated breakfast. Sometimes, breakfast prep would kick off as early as 3 am since our parents worked at the Firestone Plantations and had to head out before 6 am every day. As kids, we were always treated to special pastries made by my mom and older relatives who lived with us. One of my all-time favorite breakfast treats was shortbread. Liberian shortbread is a well-loved treat in Liberia, renowned for its subtly sweet and crumbly texture, which is similar to a biscuit or cookie, but denser and richer than traditional Scottish shortbread."