Caught Again
I had to run a few errands for work this afternoon that took much longer then anticipated. Since I thought it would be a quick trip, I left my mid afternoon snack at my office. Big mistake. This is the second time in the last month I have been caught without my snack and I think I have learned my lesson by now. Even if you are sure you have enough time, always have a snack on hand. 
I debated stopping at a Publix or Starbucks for a quick grab, but decided to stick it out and enjoy the snack I had waiting for me at my desk. Which just happened to be a new bar I have been wanting to try.
I love the kid versions of regular bars. They are bascially lower calories versions of the full bar and sometimes have fun additions. For instant this bar at a nice crunch thanks to the addition of crispies.
It was pretty good, I made sure to eat it very slowly and savor every bite. It did the trick and saved me from further hangry moments.
After work I completed level 3 of the 30 day Shred and decided to try a vitamin gummy sample I received on Sunday.
I was expected yummy, chewy fruit snacks and instead got a chewy nasty vitamin.
It had that vitamin aftertaste I remember from the Flinstone chewables as a kid. Yuck! This vitamin was not for me.
Dinner tonight was a lovely plate of good eats.
I took the left over tofu from last night and baked another 1/3 of the block in a BBQ Sauce marinade.
While that was baking I got the brillant idea of Okra Fries.
I coated whole Okra with a tad too much taco seasoning and baked them at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. I dipped them and ketchup and ate them whole. Next time I will go easy on the seasoning, but beside that these were a simple, greener alternative to french fries.
Last but not least I had 1/3 of a Yucca steamed with a touch of butter.
I <3 Yucca!!
Dinner ended on a high note with a couple of pieces of chocolate.
I really wanted FroYo, but was too lazy to drive anywhere. Oh well.
Packing for Boston is ridiculously hard! Tonight has been one big fashion show. I’ve been walking the runway for Maddie in each new outfit. She’s not a very good critic though, she jumps and gives me kisses after each turn. I am packing way more then is needed, just in case. I’m hoping my roommates will be able to help me to decide as well!
yes! your roomies (including me!) will help you choose!
I still don’t know what i’m packing, and I’m not even home to be looking….gaaaah!
YUM! Never had okra fries so I may try that!
What a great idea on the fried okra! I want to try that ASAP!
Okra fries is such a good idea. As a kid I used to eat fried okra and call it my vegetable. Something like these fries might have been a healthier alternative.
I hate being caught without a snack! It is weird that some of my friends eat like once or twice a day and I have to eat 5 or 6. I dunno how they do it!
I was just thinking that I need to keep a few granola bars in my purse!
We had yuca tonight too! In fry form…which I definitely did not master, haha.
When I get caught without a snack I start craving things I would NEVER normally eat…dangeroussss.
Have fun in BOSTON!!! I totally wish I was going!
Our weather here in Boston has been pretty crazy too- started out today oppresively hot, and now it is pouring and I am in a sweatshirt!
I have total meltdowns if I don’t have emergency snacks on hand at all times!
I love kid size bars!! I would have totally gone to Starbucks! You so good to resist the urge!
That looks good, I’ve never eaten okra whole. You might like this recipe – http://eatventures.wordpress.com/eats/sides/oven-fried-okra/
I got stuck in a 4 hour meeting last night with no snack and no dinner in my tummy. Not fun!
Better to overpack then to underpack…. at least that is what I think.
okra should be on my to do list. i never wanted to try it because of the texture but i think i should give it a try! hopefully packing is getting easier!
That bar sounds awesome! I want to try it! I agree- the kids version always seems to be better (with jamfrakas being the exception). Great din din. I am getting some yucca tomorrow- can’t wait to try it
I hate that feeling running errands and feeling hungry! Okra fries look good
Haha! I LOVED Flinstone vitamins as a kid! I don’t remember the vitaminy taste – I should try them again now as an adult!
I always see you and Caitlin eating kids versions of bars (like z bars) and it’s not fair – LOL – they don’t sell those in Canada! We only have the adult versions!
Okay, this may sound really weird but I absolutely loved the taste of Flinstones vitamins as a kid. Like, I would look forward to every night before bed so I could take them. I guess I should try these gummy bears then
Good luck packing!
Kids products are always more fun. Half the time I wish that I were shorter so that I could buy kids’ jeans from the Gap. I have a friend that is petite and can away with that!
I love the Kids’ bars by Odwalla – yummmmmy. Happy packing!
~Laura
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Good luck with your packing!!
Okra fries=brilliant!
Good luck packing, and I’ll see you in Boston!
I hate when I forget my snacks
it’s horrible!! Especially because my tummy can be very noisy!!!
Packing is so hard! At least you will have fun roommates to help you make the decision once there!
Ha maddie fashion show i love it!!! OMG you’ll die Boston is soooo amazingly fun and delicious food is everywhere!!! I’m gonna try to meet up at JP’s but I”m not quite sure of my schedule- either way you’ll have the best time!!! Have a safe trip friend
Glad you survived a snack attack! Good luck with packing, I can’t wait to see what all you all do this weekend
Wish I could be there!
You guys are making me nervous with all this outfits talk. I have no idea what to wear. Just planned on grabbing something before getting out the door. Hmm, maybe I should put a little more effort into it.
I’ve got some yucca in my fridge right now waiting to be eaten! I’ve never tried it before, I’m excited
I’ve also never had okra – that’s next!
Flinstone vitamins! Those were so gross, but I always had to take them.