bjwoodzy wrote: » From reading these replies, seems like a lot of trips off the wagon happen in either a) social situations, or b) at the store. I am a) single, and without children or others living with me and really don't go anywhere with anyone ever these days because I have no life outside of being married to my career and engaging with people from the interwebz, and b) order my groceries online (and stick to a list). So this is bittersweet. (I also exaggerate about a billion times a day, but really, not having anywhere to go or anyone to be with, plus restricting what I buy through a website has REALLY been a boon for me on this WOL). There's not one single item in my house that I could eat and immediately really be "cheating", even though I feel guilty when I eat Frankenfoods sometimes (processed meats/cheeses, products made with soybean or canola oil, a couple funky "bread" replacements...things which are all low-carb but I'm still trying to kick), I honestly want to eat really clean, wholesome things ONLY, as much as possible, from now on. Not only is it sustainable because name brand Frankenfoods which are low carb cannot be guaranteed to exist forever (and this is my new forever WOE), but also because eww, some of that stuff is atrociously gross to me, and I don't want it in my body anymore.
bjwoodzy wrote: » b) order my groceries online (and stick to a list). , plus restricting what I buy through a website has REALLY been a boon for me on this WOL).
SuperCarLori wrote: » *ahem* the rest of the batch of fat bombs.
Cryren8972 wrote: » Where do you order your groceries online? Around here, you can order online and pick up.... Are you having them delivered? If so, I want in on this information!
bametels wrote: » Delivery is pricey - about $20/delivery plus tip. But for some people, I'm sure the time savings is worth it and it can be a lifesaver for those who are housebound.
KetoneKaren wrote: » I see little trophies and action figures among the booze
nvmomketo wrote: » Macadamia nuts. Nature's fat bombs. So good. I think I've eaten $10 worth this weekend.
bjwoodzy wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » Macadamia nuts. Nature's fat bombs. So good. I think I've eaten $10 worth this weekend. PS - if anyone has a Dollar Tree store near them...they have 6 oz jars of macadamias for $1. YES. ONE. DOLLAR.
bjwoodzy wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » Macadamia nuts. Nature's fat bombs. So good. I think I've eaten $10 worth this weekend. I started a new 6 oz jar yesterday and polished it off today PS - if anyone has a Dollar Tree store near them...they have 6 oz jars of macadamias for $1. YES. ONE. DOLLAR. I also get my packets of hickory smoked almonds to keep in my purse...and the chili limon peanuts. You bet your *kitten* I nearly bought them out - Okay, I got 2 jars back a few weeks ago, then got 5 more last week.
bametels wrote: » I live in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina. By me, Harris Teeter and Lowe's Foods offer online shopping - both pickup and delivery. Delivery is pricey - about $20/delivery plus tip. But for some people, I'm sure the time savings is worth it and it can be a lifesaver for those who are housebound.
StephieWillcox wrote: » bametels wrote: » I live in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina. By me, Harris Teeter and Lowe's Foods offer online shopping - both pickup and delivery. Delivery is pricey - about $20/delivery plus tip. But for some people, I'm sure the time savings is worth it and it can be a lifesaver for those who are housebound. I live in the UK... as long as you spend over a certain amount (from most stores) your delivery is free, and we don't tip anyone ever so no tip for the driver. I had not appreciated this until just now. How do you guys cope with babies and having to go to the supermarket?! Online shopping literally saves me about 100 meltdowns a week (and therefore much chocolate).
nvmomketo wrote: » Oh wow. We don't have that store up here. Canada. "True north strong and free" my *kitten*. Maybe true north strong and expensive. Or taxed. Taxed would work in our national anthem too.
bametels wrote: »
Beachlady228 wrote: » Just got back from a week (and two 8 hour travel days) of taking care of my 89 year old mother with late stage Alzheimers. I had good intentions of staying keto - went to the store first thing. But as the stressful week went on and with all the other food around I caved. I didn't really enjoy any of the carby junk except for the fruit. First day home. A little scared that I won't be able to get right back. (Six months keto - down 40 pound, well now 37).
nvmomketo wrote: » bjwoodzy wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » Macadamia nuts. Nature's fat bombs. So good. I think I've eaten $10 worth this weekend. I started a new 6 oz jar yesterday and polished it off today PS - if anyone has a Dollar Tree store near them...they have 6 oz jars of macadamias for $1. YES. ONE. DOLLAR. I also get my packets of hickory smoked almonds to keep in my purse...and the chili limon peanuts. You bet your *kitten* I nearly bought them out - Okay, I got 2 jars back a few weeks ago, then got 5 more last week. Oh wow. We don't have that store up here. Canada. "True north strong and free" my *kitten*. Maybe true north strong and expensive. Or taxed. Taxed would work in our national anthem too.
bjwoodzy wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » Oh wow. We don't have that store up here. Canada. "True north strong and free" my *kitten*. Maybe true north strong and expensive. Or taxed. Taxed would work in our national anthem too. Lol. But you Canadiahoovians have a lot to be thankful for, too
canadjineh wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » bjwoodzy wrote: » nvmomketo wrote: » Macadamia nuts. Nature's fat bombs. So good. I think I've eaten $10 worth this weekend. I started a new 6 oz jar yesterday and polished it off today PS - if anyone has a Dollar Tree store near them...they have 6 oz jars of macadamias for $1. YES. ONE. DOLLAR. I also get my packets of hickory smoked almonds to keep in my purse...and the chili limon peanuts. You bet your *kitten* I nearly bought them out - Okay, I got 2 jars back a few weeks ago, then got 5 more last week. Oh wow. We don't have that store up here. Canada. "True north strong and free" my *kitten*. Maybe true north strong and expensive. Or taxed. Taxed would work in our national anthem too. @nvmomketo ....Yes, we do. Try a search at canada411.ca to find one near you. There are two close to me, one in my city and one in a neighbouring town.
SueMizzou52 wrote: » When I drink I make very bad food choices so I'm currently in the no booze camp. Vodka has no carbs but the rocky road it leads to is carb laden
bjwoodzy wrote: » I also get my jars of pickles, black olives there. Sometimes I get a little pack of crumbled feta (3 oz bag) if I'm broke or just don't feel like paying $6 for 3 oz more of the same brand as my store carries. Oh, and they have things like turkey burgers, turkey bacon, ham steaks, smoked sausage, the occasional pork chop in there. It's hit or miss, if you have one with a fridge/freezer section. But worth checking out at least every couple of months, as things tend to rotate and new things come in.
RalfLott wrote: » SueMizzou52 wrote: » When I drink I make very bad food choices so I'm currently in the no booze camp. Vodka has no carbs but the rocky road it leads to is carb laden Well put, @SueMizzou52. The booze strategy I now have in trial (tested twice....), is to put 20 strong-flavored olives in a Martini glass, sprinkle Gorgonzola, goat cheese, or feta on top (to create the illusion that I'm not too lazy or cheap to have real stuffed olives), add 2 shots of vodka/gin from the freezer, let sit for 10 minutes (while you eat the rest of the olives), and add olive or dill pickle juice to taste. It's designed to reach flavor overload and satiety while you're still on smooth ground....
RalfLott wrote: » It was inspired by your bar photo. (Your beloved pickle juice beats the pants off any vermouth.......)
