Hi, Pies 
(I’ve had such an urge to say that since Erin left the blogosphere :-/). Just a quickie(and early) one tonight. The moral of today(if you can find any “moral” on the internet): Don’t be a hypocrite. Now let me show you all the ways in which I’m a hypocrite saying that 
Lightlife Sausage With Cheese, Green Beans, Broccoli
Peanut Flour Greek Yogurt
What I say: I have a slight gluten intolerance.
What I do: Eat processed soy with concentrated wheat gluten.
What I say(now): Oops. It’s… erm… tasty?
Something here–maybe the gluten in the sausage–did not sit well with me during Greek History. It also might have been the yogurt; I’m not sure that much cream should meet that much salt. It might also just have been this was a complete protein bomb and that’s never good. Who’s to say? The lesson? Know yourself, and what you should do, and(hopefully) do it. I know certain things make my tummy funky, and that I do best with a plate comprised mostly of fat, low-cal vegetables, and a small amount of protein. I will try to do that.
Like I said, that made Greek History not so fun for me, and Latin not so fun for the people around me I’m sure(use your imagination). After that, though, I was free… from school at least. I love these 3-day work weeks. The first thing I did was run into my room and brew plenty of coffee. Decaf coffee works for me. So do I show restraint? Not at all.
The Wow Baking Company Cookie
Oprah this afternoon was all about diabetes, eating healthy, and working out. What did I do? I reached for an oversized chocolate chip cookie from the WOW Baking Company, knowing that I might not get a good run in until Monday(more on that in a bit).
The Wow Baking Company Chocolate Chip Cookie
I’m sorry, Oprah, but this cookie was amazing! Eat as Oprah says, not as I do. But, if you are going to have a cookie, why not a big, soft, gluten-free one? I got this as well as some others to review in the mail today and clearly it did not last long. But it was so delicious and unexpectedly soft, I truly truly loved it. And my stomach feels fine, too. Maybe that’s because it didn’t have gluten? More likely because chocolate chips and sugar have never been particular stomach-troublers. Totally worth every sugary, gluten-free calorie
And what am I doing now? Why, waiting for my dad to come and then go to Chocolate Fest. Yes. Chocolate Fest. Real healthy right? It only happens once a year(unless you hit up each Whole Foods near you in which case it’s more like 5-6 times in 3 days), so you know I’m going. It’s either going to be really fun, or just a Whole Foods shopping trip(which is also fun). And then I’ll be home for the weekend to do some fun stuff around Boston. Did I mention there’ll be cooking/baking? Oh food processor, how I miss you! And now… Chocolate!
Hey! I’m lactose-intolerant, so I totally know how it is when you just totally mess up. :/ That cookie looks sooooooooo thick and chewy and good! I want to reach into the computer and take it from your desk.
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Oh my gosh a chocolate fest sounds like your version of heaven! ENJOY YOURSELF!!!
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Chocolate fest? Seriously? I want to go!!
That souds like my idea of a dream….you are so lucky :/ Have a great time!
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I’m pretty sure chocolate fest is evan heaven! Have fun!
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That cookie looks amazing
I’ve had some great experience with gluten free desserts in the past (I had a realllyyy good gluten free brownie once) and some awful experiences (nasty artificial tasting lemon cookie) so I’m a bit wary..but I will definitely buy one of these if I come across it!
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Dude I can’t find that agave smart balance anywhere! I don’t think they sell it down here. You need to send me some!
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Chocolate fest?! Sounds like my kind of party=) That cookie looks absolutely delish! I hope you have an awesome night hon!
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LOL at this:What I say: I have a slight gluten intolerance.
What I do: Eat processed soy with concentrated wheat gluten.
Honestly when people first go vegetarian/vegan or GF…they usually counter that with massive amts of soy and then wonder why they feel crappy. Sorry though that you’re intolerant. I knew that from your posts, but yeah, it sucks, dont i know.
The cookie. GREAT info, i was not familiar w/ those.
And the comment re the vegan blue cheeze with cashews. Tempting and i should play around with it…hmmm….
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lol…”Eat as Oprah says and not as I do.” Classic.
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i’m mildly allergic to raspberries but every once in a while i just need them so i deal with the scratchy-can’t-really-breathe- throat!
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Have a great time at Chocolate Fest! I went to the NYC chocolate show in October…to die for, and so worth it!
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have fun at chocolate fest, that sounds awesome! they have somethign simiiar in SF, i think it was in sept. hope you’ll be reunited with your food processor soon. aw i miss erin, good to see you channeling her lol!
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I’m always learning hard lessons about what my body hates…one day I’ll have my stomach all figured out!
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chocolate fest?!? wooowza you better take some pictures!
i say EAT IT!!!
thsoe wow cookies look awesome
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Chocolate fest? For serious? I am jealous!!
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I hate when my stomach feels crappy bc what I’m eating! But sometimes I eat it anyway because it makes me feel good at the time, and my stomach gets mad at me later (ex: over a pound of veggies)…no bigs.
And chocolate fest sounds AMAZING. I can’t wait to read about it!
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chocolate fest?! i think you’re my chocolate male twin…haha.
either way, that or the WF trip will be awesome…i know i’m heading to WF this weekend
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You and chocolate fest sounds like a kid in a candy store! Have fun!! Can’t wait to hear about it
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“Know your body” — you are so right. That cookie looks great, and it’s nice to have a treat
Have a great time at Chocolate Fest!
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It seems like a lot of bloggers are having gluten issues lately. Weird. I’m glad you’re listening to your body
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Hello! Sorry I’m so behind on my blog reader, but I had to comment. 1, LOVE your blog. You are too funny, and your observations sound like something I would think. Love it.
2, Gorgeous pictures!!!
3. The peanut flour could have set your stomach off. It has happened to me when I used it in cottage cheese, raw type recipes. When it’s baked, it doesn’t bother me. Have a fabulous weekend at home! I also wanted to ask, do your parents’ or close friends/roomie know about your blog?
Barbara
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Evan Thomas Reply:
February 6th, 2010 at 12:19 pm
My dad and most of my close friends know about it. My roommate might have discovered it at the beginning of the year? If he did, he never brought it up. I find I worried about people knowing about it for so long and then once they did they didn’t even care, haha.
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