**Warning: This post is pure brain dump.**
LEMON BARS: I made some vegan lemon b
ars yesterday that were a big success. I thought that they were even better than the non-vegan ones I used to enjoy. Those always seemed to have a funky taste from the eggs. Is it just me or does anyone else find that eggs make some baked goods taste really bad? That’s one thing I certainly don’t miss. For a recipe, I used this one, the only changes I made were adding a tiny pinch of turmeric for color, subbing oil for margarine, using half whole wheat flour in the crust, and making do with a little less rind (because it’s all I had). Next time I would halve the crust portion, as I thought it was just a bit too thick.
CRAVINGS: Everyone is talking about kicking habits—cola, cigarettes, etc. Am I the only one who is craving junk food more than ever? Pop, chips, candy…bring it on. Except not really. I try to eat healthfully, but those urges make it hard sometimes. I think I have a little sugar monster inside of me.
SKIN CARE: I’m almost ready to cave in and buy some Mary Kay p
roducts. I’m so tired of having nasty, erupting skin. I used MK in the past and my skin was much better then (although it could just be hormones, stress, etc. that is making it act funky now). I just feel bad using something that is so dreadfully unnatural. Any ideas for natural beauty products that work (and don’t cost an arm and a leg)?
OLD MOVIES: I really wish that we got TCM at my house, or that I could watch online. Then again, it would probably not be good because I would watch way too much television.
SPAGHETTI SQUASH: I think I just might like spaghetti squash more than regular spaghetti. It has to be one of the coolest vegetable on the planet. Nature never ceases to amaze me. Bake it and it turns into noodles! Can you really beat that? 
FATAL ATTRACTION: Why do I find cinnamon so repulsive lately? I used to love it. I am weird like that—I eat something to the death and then can’t stand it for the next six months. I hope that doesn’t happen to my love affair with broccoli. Steamed and tender, I eat it almost every day.
GUTTER JOURNALISM: Why is it suddenly so cool to bash the Catholic Church? Can you imagine how everyone would howl if all this vile was directe
d at some other religion? Now I’m not saying that it is okay—ever—to slander and lie about any faith…or anything, for that matter. But why does the press feel the need to throw scruples out the door and scheme up a bunch of rotten lies in order to sell papers? It’s not like there's nothing happening in the world; I would venture to say that the young 2010 has already been an incredibly eventful year. I love what the Knight of Columbus are doing, though. The novena started yesterday, but it’s never too late to start! Viva el papa!
MATH: I am meeting with a tutor tomorrow to (hopefully) get some help and direction on intermediate algebra. I’m a little scared. Revealing confusion and weakness is always scary. I am definitely confused and weak in this particular subject. But only 8 more classes to go. Yes, I’m counting down.
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There. I got through an entire post without mentioned college. (Well, not until now.) That doesn’t meant it hasn’t been on my mind, though. I’m thinking about going to visit another school.
Signing off,
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“Faith is not simply a patience that passively suffers until the storm is past. Rather, it is a spirit that bears things - with resignations, yes, but above all, with blazing, serene hope.” –Corazon Aquino
16 comments:
My dear girl, using turmeric for colour in a vegan lemon bar is the most ingenius cooking-related trick I've heard all day. SMART SMART SMART.
Now I'm going to go comment on another post of yours that I read the other day and really, really wanted to comment on before my computer crashed on me.
:D
My dear girl, using turmeric for colour in a vegan lemon bar is the most ingenius cooking-related trick I've heard all day. SMART SMART SMART.
Now I'm going to go comment on another post of yours that I read the other day and really, really wanted to comment on before my computer crashed on me.
:D
i never liked it when i could taste eggs in baked goods. ick. before i was vegan i used to omit the eggs because i couldn't stand the taste or even looking at them. flan? no thanks!
a little junk here and there is ok if you can handle it. we all have our versions of junk. for me, i like my raw chocolate and zevia from time to time. others have their vices. not letting them take over is what it's about.
enjoy your school visit! any school would be lucky to have you.
i never liked it when i could taste eggs in baked goods. ick. before i was vegan i used to omit the eggs because i couldn't stand the taste or even looking at them. flan? no thanks!
a little junk here and there is ok if you can handle it. we all have our versions of junk. for me, i like my raw chocolate and zevia from time to time. others have their vices. not letting them take over is what it's about.
enjoy your school visit! any school would be lucky to have you.
Have you considered the oil cleansing method (OCM) for washing your face?
Have you considered the oil cleansing method (OCM) for washing your face?
I know! Eggs are so icky. Like you, even before I was vegan I found them repulsive.
Finding the balance is the tricky part. It's just tough because so much goes into food other than physical hunger. There's emotions and memories, etc. that accompany the experience. Your way of eating really inspires me. I loved the post you did a while back about not stressing over the perfect way of eating. (Sorry if I'm paraphrasing here.) Anyway, I just think your approach is very balanced and leaves room for a little fun.
Aww, thanks for the vote of confidence about the school visit. You are always so kind! :)
I know! Eggs are so icky. Like you, even before I was vegan I found them repulsive.
Finding the balance is the tricky part. It's just tough because so much goes into food other than physical hunger. There's emotions and memories, etc. that accompany the experience. Your way of eating really inspires me. I loved the post you did a while back about not stressing over the perfect way of eating. (Sorry if I'm paraphrasing here.) Anyway, I just think your approach is very balanced and leaves room for a little fun.
Aww, thanks for the vote of confidence about the school visit. You are always so kind! :)
No, what does it entail? I currently wash my face with Dr. Bronner's, which is basically oils, I think. I thought all the oil might've been contributing to my acne/problematic skin. I'd love to hear more, though!
No, what does it entail? I currently wash my face with Dr. Bronner's, which is basically oils, I think. I thought all the oil might've been contributing to my acne/problematic skin. I'd love to hear more, though!
It's not actually my own invention. I read it somewhere; I can't think where, though. I was afraid the filling wouldn't be yellow enough. But I think it would've been fine even without the turmeric.
Craving junk? I am not, thankfully, but my hubby goes through times when he wants wither sweets or chips the way he used to have them. It is still an uphill battle for him.
Your lemon bars look delicious! :) I do love the lemony goodness, it is just a reminder that spring is here. Im thinking about colleges too so dont worry. Im constantly thinking, writing, talking or doing something college related. I kind of cant wait till school is over, so i can enjoy the summer a little bit.
Your lemon bars look delicious! :) I do love the lemony goodness, it is just a reminder that spring is here. Im thinking about colleges too so dont worry. Im constantly thinking, writing, talking or doing something college related. I kind of cant wait till school is over, so i can enjoy the summer a little bit.
The lemon bars look good! I've never had spaghetti squash, but I want to try it sometime!
About skin care - my skin has gotten so much better, like almost no break-outs, since I started eating healthier. I still use ProActiv every so often - it's just what I have. If I could use a natural face-wash I would, but I already have bunches of stuff to use.
I used to apply foundation and blemish sticks (the only make-up besides mascara that I wear) with tons of chemicals, but then I got concerned and bought some "natural" stuff. It works OK, not great. I got some sun over spring break, though, and now I can't wear any of it (it's too light-colored)!
The lemon bars look good! I've never had spaghetti squash, but I want to try it sometime!
About skin care - my skin has gotten so much better, like almost no break-outs, since I started eating healthier. I still use ProActiv every so often - it's just what I have. If I could use a natural face-wash I would, but I already have bunches of stuff to use.
I used to apply foundation and blemish sticks (the only make-up besides mascara that I wear) with tons of chemicals, but then I got concerned and bought some "natural" stuff. It works OK, not great. I got some sun over spring break, though, and now I can't wear any of it (it's too light-colored)!
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