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Happy Mardi Gras, Y’all!

February 17, 2015 by tamaratattles 319 Comments

Mardi Gras 2015

You may have noticed that I have been slightly saner than usual (shut up, it’s a subtle difference) for the last two or three days. I hope you all enjoyed that. I am about to ramp up the bitchy again. #FairWarning. Today is Fat Tuesday!  YAY!  But that means tomorrow is Lent. Forty some odd days until Easter.  I’m not a particularly religious person, but each year I try to sacrifice to atone for my sins just in case. Because, I sin a lot. Like a whole lot.

So the plan is no alcohol, no refined sugar, no processed foods, raw and organic crap as much as possible.  

Who wants to join me? I will likely be bitching in the comments here the entire time.  You don’t have to get all granola crunchy California crazy like me. Choose your own sacrifices.  Then bookmark this post, or follow comments and suffer along with me. I might even go to the gym.

Now if you will excuse me, I need to eat all the bacon and sugar in the house. That is all.

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  1. T D says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    I’ll be wrestling the Marlboro Man.

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    • storeyy (@leanleft1) says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      it’s the KOOL guy for me. I’m trying I’m trying.

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 17, 2015 at 1:39 pm

        So we are officially done at midnight tonight…​

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:24 pm

      ​Private message to TD….

      I wasn’t going to mention that wrestling match. I’m not sure I’m gonna win that one. 🙁

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      • T D says

        February 17, 2015 at 1:37 pm

        Roger that. I put that out for my own selfish reasons. Reading is passive knowledge. Writing is active knowledge. Now is the time to prove to myself who’s stronger. Hope I can hogtie his rascally ass.

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      • T D says

        February 17, 2015 at 2:09 pm

        Private message to TT ride him cowgirl, and put him away wet. Yee Haw. Dig in the spurs.

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      • BeetsWhy says

        February 17, 2015 at 7:37 pm

        sadly I too am a slave to the Marlboro man…and I’m not Catholic so I have zero motivation to battle him, but good luck to anyone who does. Want to hear how it goes and how you do it!

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        • addie2u says

          February 17, 2015 at 8:19 pm

          Since smokers have been banned just about everywhere (even on public streets in some areas) & so many have quit or are embarrassed to admit they smoke, I’m surprised reading the comments that there are so many smokers here. If I’m reading it correctly, I’m also very surprised TT smokes. I’ve been coming here since its inception & had a mental picture of TT & I never would have pictured her as a smoker. I definitely thought I was in the minority reading here (while in my 1 designated smoking room). :-!

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  2. DJ says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:12 pm

    TT,
    I am going to give up Mike and Ikes and Tootsie rolls. Someone just sent me a link on what is in confectioner’s glaze, so this may turn into an easy task.

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    • DJ says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:20 pm

      slightly off topic…. in the Catholic religion, we can’t eat a $1 taco on friday, but can partake in a lobster dinner. The irony of that sacrifice is not lost on me!

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      • jeff says

        February 19, 2015 at 4:25 pm

        DJ –
        so what happened to the – thou shalt not eat of the shellfish variety, for it is an abomination – rule ???

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  3. Riley says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:15 pm

    WOW. There are so many for me to choose from 🙂 How long did you say I have to do this ? 🙁

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    • T D says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:18 pm

      Until nidnight Cinderella.

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  4. Keyta says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    Cigarettes and eating out at lunch. Those are biggies for me. So I better Fat Tuesday it up! Greasy burger and fries at the Garage!

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  5. Alex says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    I can’t cut out my smokes all at once, but I’m gonna cut it down to half. Baby steps have worked for me on other vices.Tamara, you’re really cutting out a lot at once! wow!

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    • Yveline says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:57 pm

      Just gave up my cable, unplugged the TV and fished out my old boombox. Picked up several books at the library. Hopefully, it will last beyond Lent. Since I am not entirely crazy, I will still read this site for recaps to keep up.

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  6. TareksWife says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    I am in. No food or alcohol for 40 days. I do this every year and have a pretty easy routine; I consumer 3 cans of Pure Protein (35 grans of protein) and drink 1 gallon of water everyday. Somewhere around the 4th day I mellow out and start feeling comfortable…but, those first 4 days are a muthaphukah!!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 2:17 pm

      ​WOW. You must sin A LOT. 🙂

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      • TareksWife says

        February 17, 2015 at 5:25 pm

        Absolutely. Actually I fast annually for 40 days to 3 months for weight control. I’ve been doing it for 25+ years. It sounds extreme but not so much anymore…it works for me! Bout the only thing that does.

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    • janshell says

      February 18, 2015 at 2:35 am

      3 months????? My hero!! You control your weight in the other 9+ months this way??

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  7. TareksWife says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:52 pm

    I am leaving work soon and heading for the closest bar to consume a gallon of Kettle One Martini’s (slightly dirty) and a bucket of wings (totally greasy). Hopefully, I’ll be sick enough to welcome the fast!!!

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  8. Tiffany C. says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:54 pm

    I’m giving up gossip sites. I spend way too much time on TMZ and the like.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 2:17 pm

      ​But you’ll still be HERE right? You are not allowed to quit me for Lent!

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      • Tiffany C. says

        February 17, 2015 at 2:55 pm

        Of course not. I can’t leave you TT.

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  9. ZenJen54 says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    Happy Fat Tuesday TT, heres some beads!!! Im a team player, no coca cola or coffee for me. Ohhhhhh Snap

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  10. T D says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    Fear not failure but the attempt not to even try.

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  11. Cheychey says

    February 17, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    Does it count if I give up housework and my New Years diet and exercise plan for 40 days for a strict diet of pasta and Ben and Jerry’s?

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      ​Nope. The point is suffering. Lots of suffering. Nobody ever said religion was supposed to be fun.

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      • T D says

        February 17, 2015 at 2:25 pm

        I so want to fuck that cowboy before midnight.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 17, 2015 at 2:28 pm

          I gonna be fucking him hard right up to 11:59 if I don’t pass out earlier emptying the wine box. 🙂 ​

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      • T D says

        February 17, 2015 at 2:41 pm

        So not killing me softly. Hope I don’t tear his ears off.

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    • fivecatsownme says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:37 pm

      Episcopalians usually try to add a spiritual exercise instead of just giving up something so I’ll give up housework and only eat the “spiritual” flavors of Ben and Jerry ‘s. If I could afford it, I’d hire a spiritual maid
      T T, I’ll gladly join you in the no sugar no liquor eat organic. I already have my 2 books to read for Lent. Due to the kidney disease and all the meds, I’m off alcohol. Episcopalians have pancakes for supper on Mardi gras. So we can use up all the butter, syrup, and jam. We call it shrove Tuesday.

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  12. sequoia says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    By biggest guilty pleasure is spending way to much time per day here at tamaratattles and I’m NOT giviI’ll see what else I can come up with but this should be fun.

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    • T D says

      February 17, 2015 at 2:20 pm

      Go in peace my son with absolution of conscience. No act of contrition required. Love. Love. Love.

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    • sequoia says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      my post should have said I’m Not giving up TT (stupid phone) so I ain’t going nowhere for lent or otherwise. But thanks for all the love, I can always use it…

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  13. kat0711 says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:14 pm

    WHOOHOOOO TAMARA!!!!!!
    I promise you, life is so much better like this!!!! You will feel you mind clear and your body will feel better than you thought possible. All you have to do is choose life. This is how to live. Processed things seem to taste better and that’s all that’s satisfying but that’s only because they put chemicals on to magnify the flavor 1000 %, so that when you eat natural food like fruit, it doesn’t have any taste. 2 weeks, the crap is out of your system and then your body can’t crave what’s not in your bloodstream. You can do this!!!

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  14. Sara says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    Good for you my sweet TT. I am doing the no white bread, chips, crackers, muffins,etc. Six years in Catholic school, with Nuns, not lay teachers here. Last year was soda, tea,etc. you can do ANYTHING for 40 days.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 2:24 pm

      I actually do it for 40+ days. I know some people take Sundays off or something, but stopping and starting doesn’t work well for me.

      My shrink says I am pretty much all or nothing about everything. There has been a whole lot of nothing happening here. It’s time for some all. ​

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      • T D says

        February 17, 2015 at 2:49 pm

        Own your inner OCD, can’t stop mine so I’ve learned to embrase it.

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      • Sara says

        February 17, 2015 at 3:38 pm

        Yeah so I added more to mine, also have to get in 3 miles of moving each day. You would think working from home would make it easier. Nope..easy to sit at a computer all day. So Sister Sara Katherin (my nun name) will be moving her rump and avoiding snacks for the next 40 days.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 17, 2015 at 4:09 pm

          ​Jesus. This is no place for a NUN!

          I hope I haven’t called you a cuntsatchel! God is disappointed enough in my behavior. 🙂

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      • Sara says

        February 17, 2015 at 5:11 pm

        That would be Mother Superior Cuntsatchel to you! ⛪️

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 17, 2015 at 8:08 pm

          ​giggles.

          This must be why I turn into a devout Catholic in Paris (despite technically being southern Baptist).

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  15. Jessica says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:25 pm

    I will attempt to go in with you Tamara…guess no more Girl Scout cookies. ..

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  16. Cheychey says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    Darn well than I will give up cursing. It’s one of my worst habits. I’m calling all my family tonight and getting it all out of the way before I start. Maybe I should stay in a tent in the woods alone. It might make this easier.

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  17. jelley says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    Lisa Vanderpump was in Orpheus Monday night apparently and I missed it! Poo on me.

    Happy Mardi Gras TT! I just came from watching Zulu on Canal Street (and somehow caught 4 coconuts). <3

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  18. T D says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    Meanwhile Amber Marchese eats lentils for forty days…forty nights.

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    • Sweet T says

      February 17, 2015 at 6:22 pm

      Fantastic.

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  19. jaime fromage says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    long time lurker here. I must post for this! Gonna try to give up the Grey Goose and I guess Lent(lentils) is as good a time as any. Good luck to all and will be checking in!!!!

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  20. BamaBelle says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    Giving up all fried foods. As a southerner, it’s a big thing for me, but trust me when I say as soon as lent is over, I’m back on them. LOL!

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  21. redhotmama says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    I am with you. But somebody better pray for my poor husband.

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  22. Kitty Mamma says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    I usually follow a restrictive diet during Lent, usually by omitting something. This year it’s carbs, cola, and beer. I also do “Fish Friday’s.” My vacation falls during Lent this year, so that should be interesting.

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    • jelley says

      February 17, 2015 at 3:15 pm

      Co-sign giving up carbs for lent. We’re in this together!

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  23. Chris says

    February 17, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    Happy Mardi Gras, Tamara!!!!! My husband got me a large hot chocolate and a bag of Hershey kisses this morning because I give up chocolate every Lent. It’s going to be extra challenging this year as I’m caring for my mother and her slide into dementia is extremely steep now. Some days it’s only the chocolate that keeps me hanging on…..and the diversion to your sight for a laugh or two. Good luck with your “clean” eating. Be well!

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  24. a little birdie says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:08 pm

    I’m giving up alcohol

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  25. Drinkthediamondwater says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    I might switch from vodka to tequila!
    Nothing makes it easier to quit cigs than them telling you in the ER that you have COPD, like what happened to my dumbass lifetime smoker pitiful excuse for a man so-called husband.
    He caught a cold from me. It got so bad he couldn’t breath. Had to be taken to the hospital by ambulance. Was in there for a week. He had no idea he had it, but he hasn’t smoked since or done anything else for that matter, except cough and bitch.

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  26. Frosty says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:42 pm

    I’m giving up white carbs and refined sugar. Never had much taste for bread, pasta, fries until men-on-pause and then BAM. Total nightmare. hahaha

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  27. Twilly says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    Good luck TT! I’m having a baby any day now so I’ll be giving up sleep and sanity!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:11 pm

      ​Oh yay! You have permission to drink as soon as the baby gets out!

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      • Twilly says

        February 17, 2015 at 6:03 pm

        I’ll have a drink for all of you!!!

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  28. LaVidaLinda says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    I’ve done that before….except I added no red meat just because I’m a total sadist. Good luck my friend, I will enjoy your comments most especially during this Lenten Season (or is it Lentil? Quick someone call Amber Marchese).

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  29. Katherine says

    February 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    Ramp up the bitchy! Cutting out dairy, sugar and pasta. That was so hard to even write.

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  30. chasesmum says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:00 pm

    Here’s a ramble –I’m in. My addiction to sugar-chocolate in particular, is a huge problem. I’m a recovering alcoholic for 22 years and people sorta brush me off when I tell them I’ve exchanged one addiction for the other. They actually laugh at me-they don’t believe it’s that bad cause I’m not heavy. I’m about to start a boat load of dental work-over $10k. I’m 51 and I’ve lost teeth in the back of my mouth because of all the sugar.
    Sorry for the ramble but these sort of “secret” “comfort addictions” can make one feel quite lonely and ashamed-maybe it’s only me..

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:15 pm

      ​I’ve been doing this hard core lent thing for years. My brother used to give up sugar. I would give up alcohol. I don’t have much of a sweet tooth UNLESS I AM DOING AN ALCOHOL CLEANSE. Then I crave sugar so hard. My brother who gave up sugar began drinking a lot more. I think alcohol and sugar hit the same pleasure button in the brain. Giving up both is HARD. I drink a lot more than I should but I’m fine not drinking after the first few days. But sugar? I crave it the entire Lentil Season. 🙂 So I totally get it.

      I have bags of chocolate covered pretzels I bout for my next bout with PMS. I’m going to have to hide them. I have no desire to eat them at all today… but I will be dying for them when the hormones change.

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      • Winnie Baygo says

        February 17, 2015 at 4:33 pm

        Eat protein when you have a sugar craving. Apparently your body is actually craving protein (or so says the hubby unit). It actually works, IMHO.
        I’m giving up the booze and sugar as well. Right in time for girl scout cookies season…

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      • fivecatsownme says

        February 18, 2015 at 10:06 am

        I had a roommate in college who would eat Pringles dipped in canned chocolate frosting for PMS.
        Try grapefruit with a sprinkle of salt for sugar cravings. It works.

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    • Katherine says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:35 pm

      It’s not only you. When I gave up booze for six months last year, all I wanted was sugar.

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  31. Shellbelle says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    I’m gonna exercise … And I hate exercising. I’d rather do natural child birth than exercise.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 4:21 pm

      This is an unacceptable pledge. We need to know exactly how often and how much you will exercise each week. ​

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  32. IslandHousewife says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    Giving up the usual- meat, alcohol. Also soda and eating all the food in the pantry/ freezer.

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  33. Beth Boxer says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:36 pm

    Ok, ok I am in, no sugar, no booze and no diet coke. Diet Coke will be the most difficult for me, I am an addict and I know it is so bad for me. Carbs once a day. Exercise, I play tennis 5 or 6 days a week and golf at least once. I pledge to plank once a day. Glad I found this today

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  34. kendrawm says

    February 17, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    I’m in.
    No sugar
    No Alcohol
    No Processed Foods
    Plus I am going to add bring my lunch to work everyday. This is huge for me as I will be good for a few days and then start the eating out for work lunch and there goes all the hard work!

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  35. addie2u says

    February 17, 2015 at 5:15 pm

    Wow! After reading everything you’re all giving up for Lent it made me 2nd guess my giving up meat on Fridays (which I really don’t eat anyway)! Now I’m starting to wonder what vices I can give up . . . My daily coffee? No way (there’d be no living with me). My daily pint of ice-cream? Hardly. The gossip sites? Nah. My smokes? No way! Ok, whew! Looking at the clock I’ve got 7 more hours to come up with something.

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  36. hannahkingrose says

    February 17, 2015 at 5:41 pm

    Well fortunately or unfortunately depending on the way you look at it, because of CRPS the disease I have I have lost way too much weight. Even my doctor tells me to eat empty calories to try to gain some of the weight back. I have very little appetite at all and very little food appeals to me. However M&Ms and Edie’s Chocolate Ice Cream are my favorite junk foods and ones I still enjoy. So I’ve decided to give them both up for Lent and to eat more than 1 nutritious meal a day even if I have to force myself.

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    • addie2u says

      February 17, 2015 at 6:09 pm

      You story sounds familiar but I’ve never gotten a clear diagnosis.
      Over the past 15+yrs I’ve lost track of the number of dr.’s I’ve seen but most reached the same conclusion — autoimmune BS. Then about 6yrs ago I totally lost my appetite & my weight dropped drastically (which is why I eat a pint of ice cream per day). It’s the only thing I have no problem getting (& keeping) down.

      ETA: Ironically when I was heavier I never heard 1 person comment on my weight but since I’ve gotten so thin, total strangers feel comfortable telling me to “eat a burger” or that I look “gross” & typically the bigger they are, the crueler the comments!

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      • hannahkingrose says

        February 17, 2015 at 9:38 pm

        addie2u, I know the feeling. In my little corner of the south I get “Woman you need to eat 2 pieces (of KCF chicken) and a biscuit”. I know my friends mean well even when they try to feed me every time they see me. It’s so strange going from having people feeling they have the right to tell me I need to lose weight to now others feeling they have the right to tell me I better gain weight or I’m going to die.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 8:11 pm

      ​Can you drunk beer like a fish? Because that packs on the weight. Allegedly.

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      • addie2u says

        February 17, 2015 at 9:32 pm

        I used to LOVE beer & always had a very high tolerance (i.e. I could drink like a whale shark & walk away sober) – but strangely I never gained weight from it. I quit the heavy “partying” about 15yrs ago when my dr. put me on heavy duty pain meds & I gained about 30#’s when (like most) I started with the sweets. Then it seems that once menopause kicked in my entire metabolism changed. Now I’m a really cheap date — 1/4 glass of beer or wine & I’m on my ass!

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      • hannahkingrose says

        February 18, 2015 at 1:39 pm

        Nope TT. I have to take pain meds to be able to even get out of bed with the pain in my legs. So alcohol is pretty much out for me. It sucks too because for years I was a bartender and I make great cocktails. Walking with a cane now and being intoxicated don’t mix too well unfortunately lol. I always enjoyed having a mixed drink. Since I can’t have them do I get to count that as part of my suffering for Lent? I mean I could have counted it earlier but I’m Southern Baptist and I didn’t know at the time lmbo.

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  37. Fascinated says

    February 17, 2015 at 6:02 pm

    I am so NOT in, but I will gladly participate in reading your journey. I’ll be praying for you or whatever, bystanders are supposed to do for you lenters.

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    • eg says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:39 pm

      @Fascinated, me too. But I admire everyone who is participating and send all good wishes your way. I’m not going to even attempt to commit because I know once I do my procrastination disease kicks in and I won’t do anything, and then I hate myself afterwards. But I will be cheering for you all. 🙂

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  38. cc101 says

    February 17, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    I am giving up alcohol and eating out. I spend way too much money eating out. Since I got divorced I have totally let myself go. Can’t be bothered to cook for myself, etc. So Lent is going to be interesting and I imagine I will be very bitchy. Ready to glug the last of the wine tonight….when you are back drinking again TT can we do another one of those virtual happy hours where we get to ask you questions? Those are fun!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 8:14 pm

      ​Am I the only one who read this comment with a totally dirty mind? Yes? Okay never mind.

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      • fivecatsownme says

        February 18, 2015 at 2:36 pm

        The waste of a dirty mind is a terrible thing

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  39. Sweet T says

    February 17, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    I’m giving up flour. So no pasta bread cake etc. my friend gave it up and her fibromyalgia and migraines disappeared. I don’t have either of these but it made me wonder about flour. Hopefully I will feel better in general.

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  40. Lisa m says

    February 17, 2015 at 6:57 pm

    I’m in, taking out everything that doesn’t come from the earth. I’ll be staying with Yolanda and her retweets for the next 40 days.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 8:16 pm

      I totally need to go to Whole Foods tomorrow.

      I am really panicking about the cigarettes stuff. Only seven more left. ​

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      • Lisa m says

        February 17, 2015 at 8:41 pm

        In the rules according to MY brain, vapor cigs do not count as smoking, I’d do a pure nicotine drip if that were possible.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 17, 2015 at 8:45 pm

          ​I going to do the ecig. I don’t like my ecigs. I’ve tried a couple. But they will have to do for a bit until I come off them completely.

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  41. breelee says

    February 17, 2015 at 7:40 pm

    I might have to give up coming here, y’all are gonna be some big time bitchy folks! : ) I’m not giving up anything, as I feel I’ve given up enough.

    Chris, I’m sorry to hear about your mom. Its a long rough road, and more sad than anyone can imagine. My mom slept in the living room one night and I didn’t think much of it. The next night I saw signs she was planning too again and I asked her why. She sadly said because she didn’t have a bed. That almost broke me. Then the relief on her face when I showed her her bedroom, sent me to my room in tears. Good luck to you, and make some time for YOU.

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  42. khaleesi says

    February 17, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    Quit cigarettes, coffee and iced sweet tea.
    Dead inside.

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  43. Yveline says

    February 17, 2015 at 8:52 pm

    After reading what you all are willing to give up, suddenly giving up watching tv every waking hour does not seem like enough. I have turned in all equipment to the cable company and donated my last bottle of wine to the neighbor. So no booze and no tv till Easter, God help us all!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:02 pm

      ​OMG. God help us all indeed. I have poured my last (big glass of wine) and have 3 smokes left.

      I am kind of freaking out about the smokes. They are my crutch.

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      • fivecatsownme says

        February 18, 2015 at 10:25 am

        You can quit the smokes. 3 days is the worst of the withdrawal. Get some valium, drink lots of water, take lots of hot showers, and sleep as much as possible. I did that before I got pregnant. The day after I had the baby, I started smoking, but I quit after developing bad respiratory problems.
        Please be kind to yourself and don’t go cold turkey on everything at once. “Lentil” season is not meant to punish.

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  44. HotToddy says

    February 17, 2015 at 9:22 pm

    Giving up sweets and diet coke. Dammit. My poor hubs and kids.

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    • addie2u says

      February 17, 2015 at 9:45 pm

      In one of my first (failed) attempts to quit smoking — on my 3rd day the (ex)husband walked in the house, threw a pack of cigarettes at me & said “smoke the fucking things”! I said thanks & lit up. I’m still smoking but wisest move I ever made was getting rid of him. ツ

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:02 pm

      ​we can all bitch here…

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  45. JustJenn says

    February 17, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    I guess I give up on men all together? For 40 days? Fine. My Birthday is next month so anything food or drink related is out of the question. Men and dating it is.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:04 pm

      ​I’m gonna need something to transfer my oral fixation to. I’m just saying.

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  46. Cocotte says

    February 17, 2015 at 10:56 pm

    I’m so excited it’s Lentil time! I went on a super strict diet for the new year (vegetables, minimal fruit, some meat & good fats) and I’ve been waiting for you all to be as miserable as I am. I’m not Catholic but I’m overweight so I’m determined to lose 50 pounds. I beat breast cancer last year & it’s time to get serious about my weight. Now I have friends to suffer with. Thanks, Lentils!

    And good luck to everyone that wants to stop smoking! I refused to quit until I got cancer. If that inspires you, use it (but no judgment). Quitting is hard but so worth it…

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:14 pm

      ​Cocotte, Thanks so much for this post. Everything about it is perfect. We are in this together. Thanks for not being an over the top nonsmoker… You made it easier for me tonight, thanks so much.

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      • Cocotte says

        February 17, 2015 at 11:23 pm

        Awww, thanks, Tamara. I’m all aflutter at your praise. We can do it!

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 17, 2015 at 11:55 pm

          ​I’m gonna need you a lot Coco…

          I signed up for ObamaCare because things aren’t going so great here. I’ve got to get myself together and stop letting men fuck me up. In fact that is another thing I am giving up for lent. He cannot be available for the usual passive aggressive critical comments. I’m going free from HIM for lent.

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      • eg says

        February 17, 2015 at 11:50 pm

        @TT The ecigs are a good replacement, if you get the kind you like in the nicotine strength that satisfies you. And you don’t have to get just tobacco or menthol flavored ones (unless you want to) there are many flavors and styles you can get that you would probably enjoy more than real cigs. I quit in 2011 and went to those and haven’t wanted a real cig since then. There are a lot of different sites to order from or I’m sure they have plenty of vape stores down there in the ATL. But I do wish you luck in whatever decide to do. 🙂

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 18, 2015 at 12:16 am

          Thanks. I just sent an email to give up my ex for lent. Laissez les bon temp Roulez! ​

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    • janshell says

      February 18, 2015 at 12:57 pm

      Why do you call it lentil season?

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 18, 2015 at 1:42 pm

        ​Because one of the RHONJ idiots called it that while explaining how religious she was.

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        • janshell says

          February 18, 2015 at 1:56 pm

          Hahahah I knew there was some story behind it! Poor thing I hope someone corrected her!

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  47. captivagrl says

    February 17, 2015 at 10:58 pm

    I’m giving up my favorite, hot peppers and all things spicy (sriracha, salsa, etc). It’s going to be really, really difficult. And my husband is giving up everything cheese, his favorite food. One more hour to go, good luck all!

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  48. brillke says

    February 17, 2015 at 11:41 pm

    I pretend I’m Catholic and get fish from the local fish fry on Fridays. That’s about as much as I can commit to Lent.

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  49. Cotton Candy says

    February 18, 2015 at 12:31 am

    Alright, I’m in. I’m not religious, but I could use the accountability. I’m quitting smoking everything. There, now it’s in print. I won’t give up my Mt Dew though!

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    • Mert says

      February 19, 2015 at 9:56 pm

      With you on the dews!! I will chop off my arms first. However, trying to stop smoking. Day 1. Everyone is still alive around here….. For now. But they have been warned… Don’t fuck with me. Good luck everyone! I think I shall go look for the e- cigs. What a time to stop smoking. -6 degree and 15″ of snow currently.

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  50. Mlncasas says

    February 18, 2015 at 12:32 am

    It is less than an hour before the NO police dept. ride their horses in a line across Bourbon Street, announcing MARDI GRAS 2015 IS OVER. It has been fun and also very embarrassing … Thank goodness I will “hopefully” never see these people again! Loved the gay shark, the couple who sold everything and now live in their truck and the 610 stompers! Now, if I could only commit like these people did …. No sugar, alcohol, taking naps and fast food!

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  51. spk says

    February 18, 2015 at 1:25 am

    I am in! No drinks (started a couple weeks ago, so over that hump). Also have that inverse reaction where if no drinks, I crave candies and that is not normal; love the salty snacks better. Alcohol just turns into sugar anyway so it makes sense to crave sugar instead.

    Working on ridding the processed stuff too and most definitely giving up the passive aggressive man. Especially after today. Should give up cussing now because that’s all that’s running thru my head ….

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  52. janshell says

    February 18, 2015 at 2:32 am

    I had already planned a juice fast, lots of pray/reflection/meditation so I would love to join!! I’ll welcome the motivation! I may even take up hot yoga!!

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  53. Alien says

    February 18, 2015 at 5:36 am

    I’m giving up alcohol and fear a horrendous detox….

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    • Simone says

      February 18, 2015 at 11:31 am

      You can do it Alien..you are going to gain not lose.

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  54. TareksWife says

    February 18, 2015 at 10:45 am

    And, so it has begun. Got my cans of protein stocked at work and home. Emptied my last huge bottle of chardonnay down the sink when I woke up in a post Fat Tuesday stupor. Deep breaths folks. Have 1 gallon of water at my desk. Let’s GO!!!

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    • spk says

      February 18, 2015 at 12:17 pm

      Hey TareksWife – do you *like* the taste of Pure Protein? I have a super-hard time getting enough protein in and like drinking bone broth now. But it’s nowhere near 35 grams.

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 18, 2015 at 12:42 pm

        So far so good. I have tried to light a cigarette ten times already and realize there aren’t any there. It’s just a habit to break.

        Stay strong everybody! ​

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      • TareksWife says

        February 18, 2015 at 3:48 pm

        yes I do. I buy it at Trader Joe’s…its cheaper there than the health food stores (who have more flavor variety).

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      • TareksWife says

        February 18, 2015 at 3:51 pm

        @SPK, I find the protein eases the cravings for sweets and vino. And, after 4 days I don’t experience any hunger.

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      • spk says

        February 18, 2015 at 8:11 pm

        Me too, I find protein to be the go-to fix for so much. And then it’s tough for me to get enough grams of it! I’ve never tried Pure so I’ll maybe explore that part of Trader Joes. See who’s hanging out over there… 😉

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 18, 2015 at 9:17 pm

          ​I’m going to TJs tomorrow, if things go according to plan. Where is the protein stuff sold?

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 18, 2015 at 9:18 pm

          Day one was actually easier than I thought. Though I am oddly sleepy.​

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      • spk says

        February 19, 2015 at 2:21 am

        I went tonight and found it in the vitamins aisle, near the bottom. Haven’t tried it yet but it looks like it might help––and it was in single cans / bottles so I didn’t have to buy multiples just to give it a taste test.

        (Truthfully, I eat high fats and it works amazingly, when I stick to it.)

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  55. natalie says

    February 18, 2015 at 11:22 am

    I pledge to give up all in between meal snacking and all meals must be small and healthy. Any deviance must be pre-planned by 24 hours. God willing I will lose 10 lbs.

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    • Simone says

      February 18, 2015 at 11:32 am

      On a green smoothie fast and gave up coffee. I feel weird.

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  56. hannahkingrose says

    February 18, 2015 at 1:47 pm

    Ugh! Just handed over what was left out of my 42 oz. bag of M&MS to my son and told my husband not to buy any more Edie’s Chocolate Ice Cream till Easter not matter how badly I begged or pleaded. Then I told my son if I was able to break my husband down for him to try to dump the ice cream in the backyard. My husband can be a pushover sometimes and I can be very persuasive (and by that I mean if begging doesn’t work I’ll be so bitchy he’d rather do it than listen to me lol). And so it begins…

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  57. eg says

    February 18, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    @TT, It’s an EXTREMELY hard habit to break, but you can do it, I know you can. And like I said the ecigs take the edge off. It took me trying to quit 7 times in 35 years to quit, so I know you can do it. As a matter of fact you are the type of person who can do anything you put your mind to doing. You are just that good, so go for it girl! 🙂

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  58. spk says

    February 18, 2015 at 8:14 pm

    Break out the sugar free gum TT, you can do it!!

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    • TareksWife says

      February 19, 2015 at 10:36 am

      yes!!! Sugar free gum is my best friend at work. I have several packs of Trident watermelon and tropical fruit flavors in my desk. Remember that water is your best friend. Stay focused ya’ll.

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 19, 2015 at 10:49 am

        The not smoking thing is hard but going MUCH better than in past times. I think it is the stupid ecigs that help. The one that is shaped like a cigarettes tastes like floral toilet bowl cleaner so it is not really appealing. The one shaped like I hookah I finally got a menthol liquid in. These are temporary crutches that I am already annoyed by.

        Off to TJ’s here in a bit.

        Stay strong everyone. I think giving up the passive aggressive interactions was the most helpful. My stress dropped by 10,000% ​

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  59. Beth Boxer says

    February 18, 2015 at 8:44 pm

    Day 1. I am just going to keep super busy so I don’t think of gummy candies, 4 or 5 diet cokes and that glass of wine with friends. How many days are we doing this? Ha still good

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  60. Fascinated says

    February 19, 2015 at 9:47 am

    Something that I found gave me energy and clear mind was cauliflower pizza. Make sure you wipe off the excess water after you steam the cauliflower, that helps make the crust stay together.

    It is delicious and no it is not like those gross Kale Chips that everyone says replaces real potatoe chips; this is actually good.

    Half a head of cauliflower is only 74 calories and makes one pizza. I add broccoli, peppers, mushrooms, and sauce to the recipe. I eat one half of the pizza for lunch and find that I have energy all afternoon.

    Day 2 – you guys are doing great. wAy to gO LenTils!!

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  61. TareksWife says

    February 19, 2015 at 10:34 am

    @SPK & TT: The Pure Protein is sold by the vitamins and protein powders at my TJ’s. I suspect it is the same everywhere. My store only carries vanilla and chocolate but it comes in a variety of flavors at my local health food store but is WAY to costly. I only pay $1.99 for the 23 grams of protein and $2.99 for the 35 grams. Try it for a week or so. Last night was brutal for me. I was up 6 times throughout the night, but made it through. WHEW!!! Today begins anew.

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  62. Yveline says

    February 19, 2015 at 11:30 am

    Tamara,
    This may be the second best thing I have gotten from your blog. Your “old testament God versus new testament Jesus” post from a while back will forever be the best.Sliced fresh strawberries into a decanter of water and tried that with my pasta last night, worked out really well. Not as good as my wine, but I can get used to it. Fell asleep before 10 pm last night because no tv. I slept for 6 hours straight, have not done that in years even with a prescription sleep aid. Hope the no smoking keeps getting easier for you.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 19, 2015 at 3:22 pm

      YAY! I’m having an organic veggie salad with chicken and Lemon water. Yum. Day two, I’m kicking your ass. ​

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      • TareksWife says

        February 19, 2015 at 4:31 pm

        WORK IT GIRL!!!!

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 19, 2015 at 5:04 pm

          I fear we have lost TD already.

          I found the protein. I bought two chocolate ones. If this is something I can get down I need to buy more of it. I always need more protein in my diet. ​

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      • T D says

        February 20, 2015 at 2:30 pm

        Not lost though it’s not easy. I can’t believe I’m dippin’ ‘ bacci… only one generation removed from the coal mines.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 20, 2015 at 2:32 pm

          ​Wait, you’re dipping to stop smoking? Go get an e cig or the patch. Dippin just changes the location of the cancer….

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  63. jeff says

    February 19, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    LOL @TT. 🙂
    I thought your Happy Mardi Gras was a call out to the start of the Sydney Gay Mardi Gras season, but alas it was in regards to the voluntary inflicting of more unnecessary pains on oneself. Dont over do it now.
    (Here I”ll even join you – I’ll give up cigarettes, olives, capers, anchovies, eggplants and tripe – for life!!! I don’t like them anyway – but I guess then that it doesn’t really count then. Oh well, what do you expect from an atheist) 🙂

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  64. Katherine says

    February 19, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    Haven’t seen any posts about giving up sex.

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    • TareksWife says

      February 19, 2015 at 6:43 pm

      Food and booze isn’t enough?

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 19, 2015 at 7:18 pm

      ​If anyone is giving up some sex, I’m totally in!

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      • Katherine says

        February 19, 2015 at 10:00 pm

        As they say, reach for your mate instead of your plate. But sometimes I’d rather just eat a Butterfinger. And TT, that’s one way to keep your mind off the smokes and satiate the oral fixation.

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      • T D says

        February 20, 2015 at 2:43 pm

        Gave it up for lentil ten years ago. The first year was awful.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 20, 2015 at 3:42 pm

          So what did you give up this year??

          I am on an anti inflammatory diet that has me eating all day…grapefruit, green tea, cabbage soup, green tea, salad with chicken, green tea and water water water….​ I too full to want anything I gave up. green tea…water water..

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      • T D says

        February 20, 2015 at 4:01 pm

        I have to spit my quid it’s supper time. Shrimp and scallops in lemon butter reduction. Followed by another quid.

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      • y says

        February 20, 2015 at 6:30 pm

        Don’t do it, Tamara. Tried giving up sex for Lent 3 years ago. It worked so well at reducing the drama in my life that I have made no effort to meet anyone since then. Needless to say, I have gained 40 pounds because good pasta, wine and cheesecake have replaced sex in my life and I am only 42.

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      • Yveline says

        February 20, 2015 at 6:33 pm

        Okay, my other comment went to moderation and I did not finish my name. Don’t give up sex for Lent. I did that 3 years ago and it did such a good job at removing the drama from my life that I have made no effort to meet anyone since then. Needless to say, I have gained 40 pounds because good food, wine and cheesecake have replaced sex in my life.

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  65. JustJenn says

    February 19, 2015 at 10:10 pm

    I went out tonight for a few drinks after work and now realize how difficult being off men romantically is going to be for 40 days. I need to do this, but I think I’m going to get fat in the mean time.

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  66. ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

    February 20, 2015 at 12:58 am

    I don’t want you guys to think I abandoned you at this time. I have to do, and put in writing, things that may seem selfish and pleasant, well they are not for me – but you and I can hold me accountable. UUUUUUGh:
    1) I will change from my PJ into “daily ” clothes by 11 am.
    2) I will make 5 rounds walk along my fence, a day
    3) I will reach out and find/make a BFF
    4) I will get my affairs in order
    I am already sorry, I put this in writing. I will check here on my progress.:(

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    • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

      February 20, 2015 at 1:09 am

      Is it possible to take the post back? – I am so out of the line here. I should write my diary somewhere else, that nobody sees it.

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 20, 2015 at 9:44 am

        Usually, yes, but not for Lent. Too late! P.S. You have an hour and 15 minutes to change out of your nice warm jammies into street clothes. So glad that is not on my list!

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        • Fascinated says

          February 20, 2015 at 9:54 am

          Ooopsi, I think your list is extremely important. Now you must check in so that we can support you. When I work from home, I find #1 really hard to do.

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          • tamaratattles says

            February 20, 2015 at 10:16 am

            See It’s not just me! I might put on street clothes today in solidarity. Or. Not. It’s like 15 degrees outside. :)​

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 20, 2015 at 9:43 am

      ​God I’m glad I didn’t agree to #1…. That never happens. 🙂 The rest should have been on my list. but mine seem easier than these Good Luck oopsi!

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      • TareksWife says

        February 20, 2015 at 10:27 am

        If I didn’t work outside my home everyday, I would never take off my sweats! They are apart of my persona. Into my 3rd day of fasting. Feeling a little slow in body but strong in mind. Stay focused! We can do this!!!

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    • Cocotte says

      February 20, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      I almost always wear clothes that feel like pajamas. I get tons of compliments on how I look & no one realizes how comfortable I am! Cocotte 1, life 0.

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      • Yveline says

        February 21, 2015 at 2:57 pm

        Cocotte,
        Where do you shop? I need to invest in some of those clothes. Sweats feel sloppy and jeans are not comfortable.

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      • Kitty Mamma says

        February 21, 2015 at 4:56 pm

        I always wear cozy clothes, too. My office uniform is mostly Adidas, Nike, or Under Armor. I love their nylon pants with the zippers on the bottoms. They go over my boots, keep me warm, are comfy, and make an easily put together look.

        @ Y: you can buy clothes like this at sporting goods stores: Academy, Sports Authority. You might also like yoga pants.

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      • Cocotte says

        February 21, 2015 at 11:48 pm

        Yveline, I mostly shop at Zulily.com & I used to find good stuff at Old Navy (is it ok to say that here?). Rayon is my best friend (but I love anything made of tshirt material). The key is wearing camisoles & slips so the fabric doesn’t cling to you. And always wear a good bra. Hoisting the girls up makes the rest of you look slimmer so you can get away with draped material.

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  67. hannahkingrose says

    February 21, 2015 at 3:39 am

    Well still no M&Ms or ice cream but I’m drinking Boost Plus like it’s going out of style. I was afraid of losing more weight by not eating my junk food but it’s made my Chocolate Boost taste even better and protein, vitamin and mineral wise it’s so much better for me. Plenty of calories and healthier. Plus no humans, dogs or cats have been injured in the process so far in this Lentil Season.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 21, 2015 at 11:12 am

      ​YAY. Is it me Hannah or did it get very, very quiet in here once the hard part started? 🙂

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      • Fascinated says

        February 21, 2015 at 3:05 pm

        Without getting too deep, may I offer that the vices given up for lent are distractions from what is really going on inside of ourselves. Once the vices are placed on a shelf, we are slowly faced with what we try to distract ourselves from. We become irritable, sad, and really tired because our brain wants us to start addressing what we kept distracted and hidden.

        If I may offer words of encouragement (which I know when I am irritable and tired DO NOT want to hear) just be present in the moment and sleep if you need to; cry if you need to; freak out if you need to. Acknowledge what is bubbling up, accept that you feel that way, and release it. Do not judge yourself for feeling it, just acknowledge it.

        The vices you have put aside protected you from these feelings but really, you need to feel them.

        You created this post Tamara, so that others can remind you that you are not alone in your journey and to help you feel your feels with love and support. And them as well!!

        And if all else false… really… try the cauliflower pizza… it is the bomb.

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      • hannahkingrose says

        February 21, 2015 at 3:13 pm

        Yep T. Wonder if people are quiet because they’ve already broke their promise or if they are gritting their teeth so hard it’s hard to type. I can see both ways. Most everybody’s mother told them if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all. That could be the case lol.

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  68. Watson says

    February 21, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Weekend is hard but I am into my 4th day of full fasting!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 21, 2015 at 2:27 pm

      So I should not point out that all I am doing is eating? Nothing good really. All healthy lo cal stuff. On day for I’ve barely made a dent in the cabbage soup despite eating it all day. Grapefruit for breakfast in the morning. Soup, salad, fruit, green tea. At first it was sort of an adventure, but it is getting a bit monotonous…

      Day 4 drones on. I’m sleepy a lot. ​

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      • Yveline says

        February 21, 2015 at 2:52 pm

        Wow, you are doing so well. Keep it up. Is it okay for you to make a custard with the fruits?
        I have decided I need better friends, one called this morning to give me a play of Scandal and HTGAWM. Felt like the first time I was missing something.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 21, 2015 at 2:56 pm

          ​I’m limiting the fruits really. I don’t want to exchange them for refined sugar. Right now I need to thaw out a protein. And maybe try my protein drink I got from Trader Joes.

          I’m fading fast and have only been up about 4 hours.

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      • TareksWife says

        February 23, 2015 at 10:43 am

        Sounds like you’re getting it done, TT. Today is my 6th day. No food or alcohol. My OCD is kicking into high gear. I cleaned all weekend. Jeez. My poor hubba doesn’t know whether to wind his butt or scratch his watch. Each year he tolerates “WIFE ON STEROIDS!” Stay focused!

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 23, 2015 at 11:14 am

          I bought a couple of those pure proteins. (Chocolate) they taste fine! How is that possible with only 1 g of Sugar????

          Day 6 is time for a trip to Whole Foods. When you are eating fresh fruits and veggies, that is a lot of trips to the store… ​

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  69. Yveline says

    February 21, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    Feels like it got quiet, because once Lent really started if we are doing okay, we don’t want to brag (with the TV watching). Once it got tough, did not realize how much I looked forward to my 2 glasses of wine with dinner every night), I did not want to be complaining too much. Does that mean I have a problem? lol…Been trying to count my blessings instead.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 21, 2015 at 2:58 pm

      ​I dunno, I’m more of a binge drinker. I can go without it just fine, but once I start, I’ll drink too much and drink nightly for awhile. Then dry out. Lather rinse repeat. By the last couple weeks of Lent I always say am going to keep this diet as a lifestyle but then I decide on Easter to have ice cream and co cola. LOL.

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      • Yveline says

        February 21, 2015 at 3:04 pm

        Okay, what fun do you have left during Lent?
        Before this, I subscribed to the “You only live once” concept. After retiring from the military 3 years ago and a nasty divorce, I set my lifestyle on remote and have been indulging in the acceptable vices. Lots of good food, couple of glasses of good wine and living comfortably within my means without putting up with bs from anyone. Telling myself this is better than most people have. Then as a bonus found your blog and now you got me giving up things.

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  70. Cocotte says

    February 21, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    I went to a party tonight with really good food. Dangerously good food. I had a few nibbles but mostly danced. I thought of you guys & that helped. Thanks for being my support system…

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  71. tamaratattles says

    February 22, 2015 at 12:47 pm

    Yay! Day Five: I have repurposed my flat bottomed stemless wine glass I bought in Paris into my glass for breakfast raspberry yogurt parfait with chia seeds and makuna honey. #StillSuffering4Jesus…

    Also I’ve already lost a few pounds. Despite eating all day long. As soon as I finish this breakfast, it’s time for MORE CABBAGE SOUP!

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    • TareksWife says

      February 23, 2015 at 6:35 pm

      I’ll need more info on the cabbage soup after Easter Sunday

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 23, 2015 at 9:15 pm

        ​I was so busy today I didn’t get to eat anything, even the soup until about 5 pm. I am not a fan of Day 6. I am to tired to eat and forgot my water bottle when I went out into the world. I barely got blogs up today.

        Hopefully, I’ll get back on track tomorrow. At least I didn’t eat or drink anything I should not

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    • khaleesi says

      February 23, 2015 at 9:00 pm

      Tamara;
      Yesterday, Sunday, was the 3 week mark for my quitting smoking. (Cigarettes) I quit smoking early, because I had planned to quit other things as well and didn’t want to fail. I just wanted to share with you that I am using the cherry flavored lozenges, and every once in a while, the nicotine gum just to change it up. I quit smoking for 3 whole years and started again in 2013 when my older alcoholic brother came to live with us. He is now in a nursing home abusing the staff. I can’t blame him, (even though I do!), no one held a gun to my head and made me start smoking again. Now I’m really paying for it. Anyway, just wanted you to know that the lozenges helped me in the past and are really helping now. If you decide you don’t like the eciggs, maybe give the lozenges a try. Also, I’ve gained 10lbs in the past 3 weeks and that shit ends now! I started back on the Zone diet today, and tomorrow I will feel much better. And one more thing, and I hope this encourages you: I feel less dead inside than I did a few days ago. And that’s withOUT sweet tea.
      Keep up the good fight, Tamara, and everyone else!

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 23, 2015 at 9:21 pm

        Thanks Khaleesi. God I miss sweet tea. ​In all the drama today I really wanted to smoke. I manage to break on e of my ecigs so I stopped to buy another and some liquid. The liquid is terrible. I will buy a different kind ASAP.

        I have menthol lozenges that help. Somewhere. I have been feeling great and still am but today just wore me out.

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  72. hannahkingrose says

    February 23, 2015 at 10:48 pm

    I GAINED 2 whole pounds since I gave up eating M&Ms and Edie’s ice cream. I have been guzzling Boost Plus and have managed to eat a meal every night. So even though I am missing my junk food and have to change the channel when the little M&M guys are doing the commercial, I have managed to benefit from giving up things for Lent. Yay for me.

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    • hannahkingrose says

      February 23, 2015 at 10:53 pm

      Oh yeah and congrats TT and everyone else who are hanging in there. This is my first time and Tamara’s conviction to do it convinced me to give it a go. Thanks TT. It seems to be turning into a positive for me and I hope for everyone else.

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  73. hannahkingrose says

    February 23, 2015 at 11:42 pm

    @ooopsi just checking on you. Haven’t seen you post since 2-20-15. Wondering if you are still getting dressed and doing your walking and if your either found or made your new BFF. Trying to hold your feet to the fire since you asked if you could take it back and Tamara said no you were too late because it was Lentil lol.

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    • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

      February 24, 2015 at 10:08 pm

      Thank you Hannah. Busy, busy with all the crazy around here – exhausted.
      I am pulling 48 hours with no sleep, as they say little kids – little problems, big kids – big problems.
      Re:1) Friday I pampered my ass a little later than 11am. I did do it and went to work for a bit – that was easy – I like my job. Sat, Sun – I took a weekend off. I think I am going to give myself absolution on that. On the other hand,isn’t it a convenient way to promote lazy? Naah.
      Mon, I was all pretty before 9am, and I just sat down now, to watch the end of The Voice. I am so tired I am not sure how to spell my name.
      Re: 4) I touched on that, will see how it goes.
      TT. I have an ugly suspicion, my list got longer since the last time I was here.
      Are you adding stuff to my list, behind my back, you no good ??? 😉
      I cannot believe I had balls to write that s*t.
      All the best, and thank you for calling me out. Off to get some herbal liquid.

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  74. Yveline says

    February 24, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    Went for a shopping spree yesterday, great fun. I may live in yoga pants forever now. Funny how much I get done when I am not glued to the TV. Still no alcohol and lots of water. Thanks so much and I hope everyone is still doing well with their resolutions. This worked out much than a New Year’s resolution!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 24, 2015 at 5:12 pm

      ​Yes New Years Resolutions are for a year or forever…. This is just 46 days! I’m still good. only 38 days left! There is a new outlet store opening in 3 weeks. I am actually going to go and hopefully fit into some normal sized clothes! 🙂

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      • TareksWife says

        February 25, 2015 at 10:17 am

        Me too, TT. Monday and Tuesday nights were BRUTAL!!! I almost pulled my car over at the bar last night…but, I kept on driving, made it home and plowed under the covers. Alas, no sleep…so I drank hot water with lemon until the anxiety passed (with my hubba giving me a massage, of course). Today I am stronger. Thanks for doing this. It gives me comfort that others are journeying with me. Stay focused. Time is FITNESS, baby!

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 25, 2015 at 11:13 am

          ​Happy Day 8 TW! I’m not a big fan of the e cig and went most of yesterday without using it. I’m amazed. Making another big pot of soup today probably. It’ s still chilly here. I’m watching this mornings Wendy Williams and there are a lot of schools closing early. I guess we are going to get more snow. This means driving too the gym would be much too perilious. 🙂

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  75. TareksWife says

    February 25, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    GYM? GYM? What the HELL is that? I have a gym 6 floors down…a 20 second elevator ride. HELL! Giving up alcohol and food is one thing. Adding exercise to the mix is insult AND injury. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN. My only exercise is self-control. I want a philly cheese steak with mushrooms, provolone and grilled onions on a hard Italian roll SO badly that I would sell one of my grandchildren for it. That and a Kettle One slightly dirty martini with a garlic stuffed olive.

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 25, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      TW focus my friend. Find something to keep yourself busy. Banjo and I have been on two walks back to back today in the snow. We stopped in between for to grab more coffee. ​I am swamped with blog posts waiting in the wings. Change your habits, and keep busy. Or sleep. LOL. either way.

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      • TareksWife says

        February 26, 2015 at 2:46 pm

        Yes. Yes. Yes! Thank you.

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  76. IslandHousewife says

    February 25, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    Went to a wedding over the weekend. Made friends with the tall cup of coffee that was the bartender. Advised him to give me alcohol under zero circumstances.
    Between the toasts, dancing, flirting and his sexy accent, my fifth virgin colada was more than pineapple juice. Gave him a big dramatic OMG and spit it out. He looks much hotter after work and out of his uniform. Coke is the devil – much harder to keep away from than booze and steak.

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  77. tamaratattles says

    February 25, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    Day 8 has been fabulous. Emotionally content. DYING to get off the laptop and go out in the snow all day long. Great mood. Fairly productive. looking forward to day 9!

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    • O.O says

      February 25, 2015 at 8:37 pm

      Wow! ,impressive! I’m glad you’re feeling good ! Maybe I should give up the sugar starting tomorrow . I’d like to feel well too.

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      • tamaratattles says

        February 25, 2015 at 9:26 pm

        ​Yeah, this is the best I have felt in a while. 🙂

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    • TareksWife says

      February 26, 2015 at 10:24 am

      Totally agree TT. Today I woke up feeling energized, alert and ready to rumble. Very productive at work and home. Getting ready to celebrate my hubba’s 58th b-day with gusto!!! Taking him to a fabby restaurant here in Portland, with booze, good food and friends. I will not be eating or drinking but will orchestrate the festivities. Thanks for your support! Stay focused mama! Happy Thursday! Yea, Day 8!!

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  78. TareksWife says

    February 26, 2015 at 10:25 am

    DAMN! I didn’t realize this was Day 9!!! Excuse my error. WOO HOO!!!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 26, 2015 at 11:32 am

      ​Yep! The days are flying by!

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  79. Winnie Baygo says

    February 27, 2015 at 8:16 am

    Getting ready to visit my sisters who have been begging me to drop the Lentil thing for my weekend visit. One sister even sent pictures of my very own personalized and bedazzled Patron bottle that she made. Me, the party child of the family crew, is so not looking forward to the sibling peer pressure. I’ve been a good Catholic girl during since Ashy Wednesday and feeling great. I’d much rather take the pictures of my drunk sisters and post them of FB. Ugh!! Lord help me…

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 27, 2015 at 12:04 pm

      I say don’t go. Or have a discussion with your sisters making it clear that you would prefer not to be sabotaged….

      It’s DAY TEN! We made it to two digit numbers. I weighed this morning and have lost nothing. This happens every year, for some reason nothing comes off for the whole entire first three weeks. I think it is because I am ususally so dehydrated from caffeine and booze that my body just holds on to the 150 oz or more of water I guzzle a day…​

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      • Winnie Baygo says

        March 2, 2015 at 11:53 am

        I survived the weekend with my Sisters. Tough but managed myself well. :)I was the designated driver and sipped iced tea at dinner. Ready to kick some more ass this week!!

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  80. TareksWife says

    February 27, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    And, DAY 10 is here. Have a great weekend LENTILS!!

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  81. jeff says

    February 27, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    Wow! I must congratulate all of you who are partaking in your 40 days of suffering & who are sticking with it.

    TT – As soon as I finish this breakfast, it’s time for MORE CABBAGE SOUP! Haha.. I always thought you had a certain “air” about you Tamara – but I never imagined it to be cabbage soup. LOL

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    • tamaratattles says

      February 27, 2015 at 8:03 pm

      ​I just finished a big bowl of broccoli cauliflower soup. Gotta get muh veggies in. Banjo and I went for an hour and forty minute walk today. Dude is in worse shape than me. I was dying on the uphill final leg home and practically dragging the asshole by the neck. Jesus.

      Now I can barely move. But we had fun. Even though I was in some fugly SHORTS when everyone else was in heavy coats and scarves and I saw two people I knew and had to stop and talk to them with muffin top and camel toe. 🙂

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      • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

        February 27, 2015 at 10:31 pm

        TT, everyone, I am still here, watching your doings. I don’t remember how I did yesterday, but I did #1 today for sure. Otherwise I have all kind of stupid thoughts – nostalgia gets me this time of the year, any holidays for the matter. I was hoping for “Gone with the wind”/ “Fidler on the roof” on TMC – well it’s “Ghandi”, I can cry to this one too, I suppose.

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      • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

        February 27, 2015 at 10:34 pm

        Gee, I meant to ask you, TT: how are you doing cabbage soup? I am fanatic of cabbage, sweet/sour/pickled – pick one.

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        • tamaratattles says

          February 27, 2015 at 11:59 pm

          ​I’m so tired now I am not sure I remember. chop a head of cabbage, an onion, a bell pepper (or not) chicken broth or veggie broth, some V-8…a bit of salt, pepper, turmeric, garlic….. simmer until cabbage is cooked and tender… eat.

          It’s practically no calories.

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      • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

        February 28, 2015 at 12:14 am

        Another words you are on a sweet side, not pickled, not sour.
        Yep, that’s how you do the sweet cabbage soup: shredded cabbage, a carrot, celery stick (green pepper will do as replacement), tomatoes: sundried/paste/ketchup, regular tomatoes, fried onion (with bacon too), sausage optional: pork/turkey/chicken/beef 9in that order – my preference, I like to throw a dried plum or two, bay leave, all spice, pepper, salt. Yummy.
        The best are the potatoes: I throw them when the cabbage just softens up, peeled or not, but they need to be whole. That’s the cherry on the cake.

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      • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

        February 28, 2015 at 12:16 am

        Gee, this is how I do sweet cabbage soup. Pick and chose the ingredients to taste.

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      • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

        February 28, 2015 at 12:28 am

        Forgot mushrooms – handful of dried mushrooms. Garlic or ginger or both if you are not afraid of gas. 🙂

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  82. TareksWife says

    March 2, 2015 at 10:05 am

    Another SUCCESSFUL weekend! Day 13th. How ya’ll doing?

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  83. tamaratattles says

    March 2, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    I had a bit of a breakdown over the weekend. On Saturday night I had really bad nightmares (despite eating right and exercising this week) I woke up with horrific cramps, anxious and craving sugar like an SOB. So I took a Xanax and ate some chocolate covered pretzels. So sugar and processed food thing was compromised. I ate a bit more sugar yesterday. I am back on the bandwagon with sugar and processed foods.

    Still no smoking or drinking. I’ve very frustrated because I have not even lost half a pound despite increasing exercise and cutting out all empty calories.

    Also, I have the stupid fucking hormonal sads/pity party shit happening. Trying to shake it off.

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    • TareksWife says

      March 2, 2015 at 4:20 pm

      Shake it off TT. Falling off the bandwagon is part of the process…it is NOT failure. If chocolate covered pretzels is your indulgence…you are doing well. You are still without nicotine and booze…I’d say that is SUCCESS!! I haven’t managed to give up smokes…of course, I only smoke 2 cigs a day (morning coffee and evening commute home), so it wasn’t such a challenge…but BOOZE????????????? WHEW! The pity party is unavoidable…nature put that on us. It will pass. BIG hugs.

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    • Lady Cocotte says

      March 2, 2015 at 5:17 pm

      TT, you’re doing awesome! 1 little slip & it wasn’t ciggies. I’m so impressed! Stay strong, my friend! And maybe add some good fat to your diet (coconut oil, avocados, a fatty steak). It really helped me get out of this plateau I’ve been stuck on.

      Also, sorry for the name change. It’s a WordPress thing. But I’m still Cocotte, with or without the title.

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      • tamaratattles says

        March 2, 2015 at 6:05 pm

        Thanks y’all. I really struggle with this hormone mess. I can barely keep my eyes open and have lots to recap tonight. I am going to try to take a nap and see if I have any coffee…

        When I have had no sweet stuff in the house I have tried to cream butter and sugar to make frosting to eat. It’s a very strong bizarre craving. I don’t usually have a sweet tooth at all. ​

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  84. TareksWife says

    March 3, 2015 at 10:44 am

    TT, some years ago when I was suffering from menopause and had the most bizarre cravings known to mankind, my therapist suggested that I keep a box of high end chocolates in the frig (whatever high end means to you)…to me it meant See’s Chocolates. She advised that I should eat one…but she was very specific on how to do it. It involved a ritual of touching it, looking at it closely, smelling it, thinking about how wonderful it would taste…etc. Eventually it led to (gratefully) consuming the bloody thing. I was supposed to take at least 5 minutes before eating it, thus increasing my stamina for delayed gratification. I was supposed to increase the delay 1 minute each occasion. The whole process was meant to satisfy all of my senses including whatever emotional attachment I had to sweets. I purchased the chocolate and after 5 or 10 occasions I threw the damn box in the garbage!!! That was 16 years ago. I haven’t had a box of See’s candy since. Do I eat chocolate? Absolutely. But I haven’t craved sweets in years. FYI only. Happy 14th day. Stay focused.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 3, 2015 at 11:28 am

      ​Rolling on with Day 14… crampy crabby but still not smoking or drankin….

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  85. Yveline says

    March 3, 2015 at 12:56 pm

    TT,
    No smoking or drinking sounds like success to me. I have been radio silent because I have been reading so much. Lee Child’s Jack Reacher books are fabulous. Just finished all of them. Now starting on David Baldacci, if these books are as good, I may be absent a little longer. A little sad about missing the crazy tonight on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills tonight, but will read your recap. Still not drinking, though so all is good. Stay strong!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 3, 2015 at 12:58 pm

      You too, Y! ​

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  86. TareksWife says

    March 4, 2015 at 10:06 am

    Happy 15th!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 4, 2015 at 10:50 am

      ​YAY I got a supply of expensive whole chickens hand raised by one arm monks on a local farm who were fed only natural organic chicken delicacies while being serenaded by the Vienna Boys Choir and gently massaged by chicken chiropractors.

      I have to make something worth of today’s chicken.

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      • jeff says

        March 4, 2015 at 12:22 pm

        YAY I got a supply of expensive whole chickens hand raised by one arm monks on a local farm who were fed only natural organic chicken delicacies *(who the monks or the chickens?)
        while being serenaded by the Vienna Boys Choir – *[treading very carefully here] 🙂 * Again – who the monks or the chickens?)
        and gently massaged by chicken chiropractors.* (and again, the same question, the monks or the chickens?) LOL
        Actually I do have another one.re the – Chicken chiropractors?
        1) Are they cowardly chiropractors who have just graduated and are scared that they have to go out in the big world to set up practice?
        2) Chiropractors of veterinary & animal/poultry husbandry background or 3) Chickens who have studied & passed all relevant chiropractor study levels.

        Sorry lol 🙂 🙂

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  87. jeff says

    March 4, 2015 at 11:57 am

    TT:
    Dude is in worse shape than me. I was dying on the uphill final leg home and practically dragging the asshole by the neck. Jesus.
    * No no no – leave him be, He’s gonna be suffering enough as it is in 28 days time without you trying to strangle him before hand. haha

    I saw two people I knew and had to stop and talk to them with muffin top and camel toe. 🙂 Who – You or them? 🙂

    I’ve very frustrated because I have not even lost half a pound despite increasing exercise and cutting out all empty calories.
    * Cutting out all empty calories – well thats why!!! They don’t weigh anything. If you want to see weight loss you have to give up the big fat juicy heavy ones. LOL

    When I have had no sweet stuff in the house I have tried to cream butter and sugar to make frosting to eat. It’s a very strong bizarre craving.
    * We share a common trait. When I was a kid at some point during the end of school term holidays I found that I would usually made up a bowl of cake icing and sit down & eat it while in front of the telly. And each time I felt ill afterwards – but I still made it up the next set of holidays.

    T, Hope you don’t think I’m being narky & picking on you because I’m not. I’m just giving you a bit of teasing to help sidetrack you from your withdrawals & cravings & maybe put a smile on your dial. 🙂

    j

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  88. jeff says

    March 4, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    oopsie
    Forgot mushrooms – handful of dried mushrooms. Garlic or ginger or both if you are not afraid of gas.
    * You listed the ingredients required to make up a batch of cabbage soup. That’s CABBAGE SOUP and then you mention that one can add garlic & or ginger if not afraid of gas? Im sure theres going to be enough gas already to even notice additional from the garlic/ginger.. Haha 🙂

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    • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

      March 12, 2015 at 1:07 am

      Jeff, 🙂

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  89. IslandHousewife says

    March 5, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Happy Sweet 16 everyone!

    Had company on the weekend. Made them New Orleans style yellow rice and red beans. They didn’t seem to mind the lack of a meat entrée. Also made fish broth (snapper, potatoes, pumpkin/ squash, carrots, herbs and spices).

    What became of the Ayurvedic chicken? Sounds like ingredients for a perfect curry dish.

    TT “the lentils” have inspired some great posts from you. Loved the Empire post, the “why are we still watching housewives from anywhere” post and would welcome another gardening post. Thanks for this one especially!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 5, 2015 at 2:54 pm

      ​It’s freezing again here and rainy. It was 70 degrees yestiddy. I just want to go to the store and buy candy. I don’t care about cigarettes, or booze. or delicious processed foods. I just want to eat a pile of candy.

      I’m having a hormonal deal or something. BRING ME SOME GODDAMN CHOCOLATE!

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      • addie2u says

        March 5, 2015 at 4:49 pm

        70 degrees! I’ll trade you the 100+ inches of snow we’ve accumulated over the past 6 consecutive weeks + the 14″ we’ve gotten in the past 12 hours (& it’s still coming down — it’s total white out conditions outside). No doubt, it’s gorgeous but we have 7-8 foot snow drifts in our yard (other’s have nearly double that) & with no more room to pile the snow most of our streets are barely down to only 1 lane. It’s a good thing we have a garage (that’s doubling as a dump) as we haven’t been able to put our friggin garbage out for weeks! At this rate it’ll take until 4th of July to thaw.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 5, 2015 at 5:55 pm

          Well apparently it is going to snow tonight, and then be decent tomorrow afternoon and for the weekend. Then rain for as far as the eye can see next week​

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  90. TareksWife says

    March 6, 2015 at 10:26 am

    Happy 17th everyone!! TT, wish I could email you a box of See’s chocolates…rum nougat is my favorite…but anything with nuts works too (is that chocolate or men, or chocolate men)? Oh never mind. Just stopped by to say Happy Weekend to everyone. Portland will have 70 degree days all weekend. WOO HOO!!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 6, 2015 at 12:36 pm

      ​I’m treating myself to a Zaxby’s grilled Chicken salad today. Since the chocolate covered pretzels already breeched the processed food thing, I might just put their salad dressing on it.

      I’m still pure and focused on no booze no cigarettes. I am starting to enjoy the vape. That was not part of the plan. I’ll wean of that eventually by lowering the nicotine levels slowly over time. For now, it’s kinda like the patch on a PRN basis.

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  91. tamaratattles says

    March 9, 2015 at 7:52 am

    What day are we on? 20? I’m still good on no alcohol no sugar. I have not lost an ounce, but feel better and am doing more things. So um Yay?

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    • TareksWife says

      March 9, 2015 at 9:41 am

      DAY 20!!!!

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  92. tamaratattles says

    March 10, 2015 at 4:56 pm

    I would like to drink a vat of hard liquor and smoke all the cigarettes in the world. I just had a horrific first Dr’s appt with a GYN. I was so stupid to go to a fucking man. I have been trying to calm down for two hours.

    I hate day 21.

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    • Fascinated says

      March 10, 2015 at 5:06 pm

      Less than 24 hours and you’ll get to vent your frustrations out through your recap of the dr phil show. Can’t wait!!

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      • tamaratattles says

        March 10, 2015 at 7:05 pm

        ​Still pissed as fuck.

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  93. tamaratattles says

    March 10, 2015 at 7:28 pm

    I just drove to the store and bought chocolate. That was my only transaction. I am officially being an emotional eater. I am not sure I really understood what that was before. I wish I would have gotten a can of Reddi Whip.

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    • IslandHousewife says

      March 11, 2015 at 8:32 am

      Happy day-after-it-becomes-a-habit everyone!

      TT did the chocolates bring you any relief? Be strong!

      Maybe it was the moon, but everyone was on full piss me off mode this week. That end of day glass of wine seemed like the only salvation. Thankfully, didn’t break the fast.

      Also, didn’t give up cussin’. So to the person who stopped abruptly on a green light in a busy intersection 0.02 miles from a school zone – a big fat “gwey” to you!

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    • TareksWife says

      March 11, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      Good. Chocolate is ALWAYS a good choice. You did good TT. Reddi Whip doesn’t satisfy and a chocolate bar (or several). You can always choose another GYN. Fuck the first one. Of course you can’t UNDO the damage but you can guarantee it doesn’t happen again. Hope the chocolate provides some relief. Sending you good vibes from Portlandia.

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  94. TareksWife says

    March 11, 2015 at 3:44 pm

    *LIKE A CHOCOLATE BAR*

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 11, 2015 at 8:00 pm

      I am better. Today I was still muttering snark to the doctor while running errands. Really? PMS? Do tell. What does that stand for? Tell about it! What are the symptoms oh wise bedicked one?

      I dug in the yard, pruned some trees and put out 7 more bags of mulch today. Tomorrow I get to talk to my shrink about the asshole. He suggested I see a shrink in Kaiser Permenante to talk about PMS symptoms. I can’t wait to tell my shrink who focuses on women’s health and perimenopause all about him. It will totally be worth the $180 price of admission. ​

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      • TareksWife says

        March 12, 2015 at 10:17 am

        Tamara, it sounds like you recovered well. PROUD of you!! Men and PMS simply don’t mix. I would have taken a HUGE bite of protein out of his neck…because it would have satisfied my need for revenge. Gratefully, I am passed the whole MENOPAUSE convo, but I remember it well.

        Day 23 finds me well, optimistic and fully engaged in my journey. My physician has suggested that I add some potassium and salt to my daily routine (painful leg cramps at night), so I am using a bouillon cube in hot water (with black pepper and cayenne for flavor) just before bed. It has really helped. Stay focused my friends.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 12, 2015 at 11:37 am

          ​mmmm I love a cup of buillion . I drink 90 percent of my calories. I love anything to drink and soup, soup,soup. Flat water, bubbly water, juice, tea, coffee, broth, liquor, beer, wine, co-cola, ginger ale, Italian soda… I’m like the Forrest Gump of liquids.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 12, 2015 at 11:38 am

          Oh and 23 is my lucky number so YAY for today I guess 🙂 Oh and it’s my 3/4 birthday. UGH. only a 1/4 year before I turn a bigger number. 🙁 ​

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  95. spk says

    March 11, 2015 at 9:43 pm

    Day 22, is that right? This post and everyones comments have kept me straight, especially on that day I broke out in neck to toe hives from stress and then my car started acting funny. I felt a violent desire to smack total strangers on the street corner.

    – Ooopsi’s got me beat; I didn’t get out of my sweats before 3 today. And I love the suggestion of throwing a dried plum in the soup. Will have to try that.

    – Sugar’s not so bad TT. Especially fruit, citrus/tropical in particular. Our bodies really like orange juice for energy. I’ve been into OJ, kefir, some slices of gouda and / or avocado for breakfast. Super satisfying.

    When we drink alcohol, our body doesn’t prefer it for fuel so it rapidly puts it thru your kidneys/liver to get it out of the system. And while doing that, ANY food you eat along with alcohol gets immediately stored as fat. It just ignores burning the food for fuel and stuffs it “onto” our bodies. So maybe the lesson is, don’t eat when we drink again?! hehe 😉

    Congrats on everyone staying strong, whatever that means, day to day!

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    • ooopsi (@hobbyath) says

      March 12, 2015 at 1:16 am

      # 1 is a biotch on the days I don’t have to go out. I am doing big house cleaning – almost done. Yard is next. Snow almost gone, things are budding out already. I need to get to this really fast. Busy, busy, busy.
      Stay strong everybody, all the best. 🙂

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  96. spk says

    March 12, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    hey TareksWife — regarding leg cramps, get some pickles! I kid you not, the juice (and pickles, if you like them) has a great effect on leg cramps. Which explains why (some) women crave them. Just suspend that image of Phaedra eating them right outta your mind and go get some pickle juice 🙂

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 12, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      ​STOP TRYING TO RUIN PICKLES FOR ME WiTH THE PHAEDRA REMINDERS! I HAD THAT BLOCKED! 🙂

      That said, Trader Joes has a Kosher/Organic/Dill? pickle that is really good. It’s sandwich sliced. I’m more of a Bread and Butter girl myself, but this is a good pickle kind of like the one that comes with a sandwich from Panera.

      I just came from Trader Joes where I bought whatever the fuck I wanted (except alcohol) to celebrate the half way point. Because I have PMS and I deserve….SOMETHING. 🙂

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      • spk says

        March 12, 2015 at 4:43 pm

        Uh oh. I just realized, we’re synched! My back aches, I could eat salt straight, just had a meal and want to eat again. Bitchy bitch is bitching and now I know why. Off to Trader Joes myself, maybe a treat of yummy brie is on order.

        (sorry about the Phaedra reference. Cringeworthy scene and I couldn’t help but bring it up!)

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 12, 2015 at 8:59 pm

          ​On the refrigerated aisle the have cookies (not refrigerated) on top of the cases. Buy the Meyer Lemon Wafers. They are the best thing in the world. They are right up there with Lemon Torte at La Frigate sitting outside on the Seine looking across at the Louvre.

          Oh and I got Gouda and Goat cheese

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  97. TareksWife says

    March 16, 2015 at 10:20 am

    SPK, thanks for the pickle tip. I will definitely try it when I am eating food again. Day 26 finds me at work and feeling good. I experience these bouts of “what to do” on a regular basis. I assume it’s my body craving my normal response to anxiety (EATING and DRINKING). I have to get up, leave the house, wander around, come home, get my hubba to massage my back and feet, then I settle down. This whole process has illuminated so much for me. Mostly that anxiety will NOT kill me; I can survive its momentary grasp by making a sound decision, NOT piling 4 ft of fresh sliced corned beef on rye bread with coleslaw and russian dressing!!! Ahhh. Stay in meditation for my old ass. BIG hugs to all!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 16, 2015 at 10:39 am

      ​Speaking of meditation, Oprah and Deepak do these 21 day meditation things every few weeks a new one starts. Today is day one of the latest. It’s about being successful or meeting your goals or something. I haven’t started mine yet because the asshole neightbors have their asshole old man with the ancient leaf blower going and I am going to have to either kill him or flee to a coffee shop.

      What day are we on. Not smoking seems harder than it did in the beginning for some reason. I think that some reason is PMS. And leaf blowing assholes.

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  98. TareksWife says

    March 16, 2015 at 10:22 am

    TT, I purchased the Meyer Lemon Wafers for my hubba this weekend. HE LOVES THEM, also the Butter and Honey Biscuits…he enjoys them with his tea. Almost 30 days in…hurry Springtime.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 16, 2015 at 10:41 am

      ​Those Meyer lemon wafers are to die for. I also like Carr’s ginger lemon sandwich cookies from Publix/Anywhere really. They are made in Canookia so no HFCS. They are a really good ginger snap with a little bit of lemon crème in between.

      I should shut up about it while you are fasting.

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      • TareksWife says

        March 17, 2015 at 10:18 am

        Don’t shut up…the thing about fasting TT is that dealing with food has NO consequences so I actually enjoy cooking, shopping and such. It’s not a matter of what to eat, I simply DON’T EAT. Easy. Choices are what confound me. CRAZY? Yup, no doubt. Day 28! Stay focused my friends!!

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      • Yveline says

        March 17, 2015 at 10:44 am

        You must have such will-power to fast this long. I will try that next year. Glad everyone is doing so well!

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 17, 2015 at 12:52 pm

          I could never fast. I’m off to get a grilled chicken salad if I can muster the energy to put on clothes.

          I’m in crappy headspace. I wa really hopeful that I’d be able to get some medical care for the 8 grand ObamaCare will cost me this year. I was wrong. I don’t have the 8 grand and I do not want to go to the ObamaCare doctors. They are horrifically bad and I am not starting over from square one with these fools. Sorry about the rant. ​

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  99. TareksWife says

    March 17, 2015 at 10:19 am

    OOOPS! Forgot to wish everyone a HAPPY ST. PATTY’s Day!!!

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  100. tamaratattles says

    March 17, 2015 at 8:31 pm

    FUCK IT. I’m drinking beer. I don’t give a shit. No smoking yet.

    Really shit day.

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    • Fascinated says

      March 17, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      How do you want us to support you TT?

      Should we say- wait, what are you doing? Don’t do it! It is just one bad day. Take a breath.

      Or do you want us to make you feel guilty by reminding you why you are doing this? Jesus died for our sins and Lent is a time for you to show your appreciation by sacrificing something that is important to you just like Jesus did when he sacrificed his life.

      Or do you want us to say – Hell ya, it is St. Patrick’s Day, get your azz in a bar. Green Beer! Green Beer!!!

      I’m okay with providing anyone of those supportive statements.

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      • tamaratattles says

        March 17, 2015 at 11:25 pm

        I’m just furious over a lot of things. I’m feeling violated. I’m feeling shamed. I’m feeling like a fool for trying to participate in ObamaCare. I’m feeling scared about my weight gain and my gut issues and knowing that things are not right.

        I am feeling stupid for signing up to pay 8K I don’t have to get some help but thinking if help came it would be worth it.

        I am feeling SO MOTHER FUCKING ANGRY.

        I am so FUCKING ANGRY that getting some medical help is beyond my reach and that I have to pay 8K for this shit when I could be on a first class flight to Paris.

        And I am feeling I am cancelling all of this shit tomorrow.

        I am NOT participating in this bullshit anymore. ​

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      • Lady Cocotte says

        March 17, 2015 at 11:52 pm

        I was sick for 10-15 years & saw more doctors than I can count. Everyone told me it was all in my head & just prescribed more & more anti-depressants. I finally found an amazing Osteopath who was able to diagnose my disorder. He tested my serotonin levels & found that I wasn’t clinical depressed. He said I was depressed because it’s depressing to be sick.

        I’m so sorry you’re going thru this. There’s nothing I can say to make you feel better. But I’m sending you good thoughts (hey, it can’t hurt). And my gratitude for everything you do. You helped me thru the hardest time in my life, when I needed entertainment & distraction more than anything. I wish you the best in this journey & hope you get the help you deserve.

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        • shay says

          March 18, 2015 at 12:12 am

          @lady: your post teared me up. I’ve been in chronic terminal pain for almost 13 years. It has taken almost everything I had built for myself. I wish people would have a better understanding of suicide and euthanasia. Why you have to have a clock with 6 months left to end your life with dignity is astounding. I feel like Americans have an easier time accepting murder than suicide.

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  101. tootsie says

    March 17, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    At least you have the 8,000. So I guess that is the positive, right?

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 17, 2015 at 11:40 pm

      um the 8K is THE BILL. ​

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      • shay says

        March 17, 2015 at 11:46 pm

        Do you have a broker? Email me. I have zone experience with this shit…

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  102. TareksWife says

    March 18, 2015 at 10:28 am

    Tamara, I am sorry about your shitty day. If a beer will help to elevate your mood have it!! Have 10!!! I can’t do anything about the Affordable **cough** Care Act. I can say that you don’t have to commit to $8k without getting care that you are confident in. I have retired 3 times. I continue to work at 67 yrs of age because my family (Tarek and I) need the health care coverage. As a 3 time cancer survivor I HAVE to have confidence in my physicians. I KNOW you feel the same. NEVER settle. FIGHT!!! It takes energy, I know, but what is unacceptable must be faced with RIGOR and DETERMINATION. Enjoy the beer. Have another…then head into the fray. I am here if I can help in anyway. You provide me with my daily dose of humor and snark. I owe you BIG time. Then again, Paris in the Springtime doesn’t sound so bad…HUGS, dear heart.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 18, 2015 at 5:13 pm

      THanks ya’ll. I just needed to blow off some anger and frustration and have a little pity party. I’m much better today.​

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      • IslandHousewife says

        March 18, 2015 at 10:29 pm

        Sending you and everyone positive energy! This blog and this post is saving me in more ways than I can explain. Thank you TT (in my Iyanla voice)! Trying to stay sober tonight. If JWB and Dwight Walker will let me.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 19, 2015 at 12:44 am

          ​Just now seeing this, but hang tight girl friend.

          We’re all here doing the best we can.

          tt

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  103. TareksWife says

    March 19, 2015 at 10:12 am

    DAY 30.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 19, 2015 at 12:05 pm

      30days no cigarettes is pretty good. Vape or no vape… Vaping doesn’t make you stink! ​

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  104. hannahkingrose says

    March 19, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    TT, you’re doing great. Everybody needs to blow off some anger and frustration from time to time. Damn you still are human right? I’ve still been good with mine but I only gave up M&Ms and Edie’s Chocolate ice cream. You shot for the moon with all you gave up at once. If I had given up all the stuff you did, I probably would be wearing an orange jumpsuit by now lol.

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  105. TareksWife says

    March 23, 2015 at 10:02 am

    Happy Monday morning, Lentiles!!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 23, 2015 at 11:36 am

      Ugh. What day are we on?

      I have been bingeing on processed food and alcohol the past few days.

      I have a “green chicken” to roast when I wake up. I have been staying up super late lately as well. I napped too long over the rainy weekend.​

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  106. megsca67 says

    March 25, 2015 at 10:55 pm

    It’s day whatever and I am slipping. Vegan for Lentil is no joke…I’ve craved and eaten tuna fish for 3 days straight. I’m showing up to Easter with a tray of cheeseburger sliders, potatoes au gratin, and a pizza.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 25, 2015 at 11:00 pm

      ​Hang in there! I’m clinging to my no cigarettes still. But I’ve gone a bit wonky on the sugar and am back on the booze heavier than usual.

      I’m trying to do Oprah/Deepak meditation series. It’s been a rough lent.

      How is our no food girl doing?

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      • Fascinated says

        March 25, 2015 at 11:27 pm

        Almost done Lentils!! Tamara – I’d be interested in hearing a review of the Oprah/Deepak meditation series. If it isn’t too personal for you.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 26, 2015 at 12:51 am

          ​I can’t do it religiously. I find when I do it I take my laptop to bed and do one as I fall asleep and another one or two when I wake up. You only have access for each one for five days.

          I have a lot of nightmares and Oprah (who has only been on for the first few I think) and Depak are very nice to fall asleep wake up to. That eliminates having to find time in your day to stop and meditate which even for a fatass who sits on her couch talking about TV show is hard.

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          • Fascinated says

            March 26, 2015 at 12:11 pm

            In all honesty (I hate that term but I thought it fit), just you identifying that you do it before bed and it helps that way, was helpful.

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            • tamaratattles says

              March 26, 2015 at 12:32 pm

              I have lots of nightmares, and it does seem to cut down on them.​

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 26, 2015 at 12:51 am

          It’s free, you should try it. We all know how Google works.​

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  107. megsca67 says

    March 26, 2015 at 10:12 am

    Have been doing the meditations and actually learned something on day 5, I think when Deepak was talking about our bodies. I have a tendency to be very nasty to myself and he asked, would you talk to a friend that way? Wow…Lentil revelation!

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 26, 2015 at 11:22 am

      I missed some of the first ones and am trying to make up. I think I was trying day 10 this morning. Something about SMART choices. I just could not get my mind righ and ended up just getting up.

      I’ve started SLEEPING with my laptop. Because I fall asleep during a meditation and then do one when I wake up.​

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    • spk says

      March 26, 2015 at 8:29 pm

      “It’s hard to beat the enemy when it has outposts in your head.” That one really made sense to me when I heard it.

      I’ve wanted to try the meditations, should look into that –

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  108. TareksWife says

    March 26, 2015 at 10:13 am

    Hey TT! I am hanging tough. Day 37 without food and alcohol! We celebrate 40 days on Sunday!!! WOO HOO!! Last night I ventured out with friends for Thai food (one of my favs). I made it through with only tea and lots of convo. Heading back east to PA in May to see family. That will be a TEST of wills. Italians & African Americans LOVE food and they will challenge my resolve. BUT, I got this. I will continue to fast until I am feeling whole again (after 2 years of stuffing my emotions and drinking my cares away)!!! I stay in meditation for each of you and I SO appreciate this blog. Gratitude in abundance to everyone for your contributions to living a more abstemious life.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 26, 2015 at 11:24 am

      ​TW! I thought you were going to break your fast on Easter! May seems like a terribly long time…

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  109. TareksWife says

    March 26, 2015 at 2:18 pm

    TT, I used Lent as a motivator to begin my protein-sparing fast. I will likely continue the fast into June. It really feels good to detox from food and alcohol plus, my energy levels are amazing.

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    • spk says

      March 26, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      Wow, I thought you were *just* going for the 40 days. That is impressive–you must be on some cloud of clarity when you finish. I’ve stayed off the alcohol since beginning of Feb but let the sugar creep back in. Like TT, I got a little freaked out and feel like there is a larger issue at hand and have been seriously down (and mad) about my health. And humankind frankly.

      I do think of you and everyone commenting when I start to question needing healthier habits w/ food and drink. It’s time for me to decide what this looks like after April 2nd.

      Have fun in E PA, I’ve got family all over that state! Don’t get me started on Policeman Pizza ….

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  110. spk says

    March 26, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    Congrats on keeping off the cigs Tamara. That’s huge!

    I’m crossing fingers that you find 1.) a Dr you feel you like and trust and 2.) that they take your Obamacare. Because I think a big part is that the early years are expected to be costlier but the prices will come down across the board in a matter of years. Doesn’t solve the issue now, I realize.

    It was hard for me to find a good Dr too. But by insisting that my old Dr refer me to one I had heard about, I was finally able to get in. Nurse practitioners are a good option too.

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 26, 2015 at 10:25 pm

      ​I’ve managed to convince myself I have bladder cancer today….sigh.

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      • Fascinated says

        March 26, 2015 at 10:39 pm

        Have you been eating beets? It fools me every time.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 26, 2015 at 10:51 pm

          ​nope. I just am having some troubles with the doctors I have available.

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      • spk says

        March 27, 2015 at 3:19 pm

        Nooo! Don’t give into the internet fueled self diagnosis that turns into a black hole of worry! Maybe this is the year that you take that 8k, pay out of pocket for tests that you and a Nurse Practitioner decide on. Maybe the gov’t mandated “penalty” of self coverage is cheaper than the coverage offered. If you want to talk about *how* you feel healthwise, I’ll listen. Lots of experience in my family background, maybe I can help.

        Holy moly there is a bee the size of a mac truck in my living room. Spring is here.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 27, 2015 at 4:25 pm

          ​lol not sure where the 8K is coming from just yet.

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      • spk says

        March 27, 2015 at 3:33 pm

        I’m sure you don’t want to talk about it here but I do understand the frustration. 2 weeks ago I thought I had lupus. It just spirals out when you don’t think you’ve got a solid Dr to go to. But one thought I had was, what about those girl friends of yours, that were helping w/ some hormone stuff last year? Can they refer you to a good Nurse Pract? I keep mentioning that because oftentimes you can get in quicker and they can always run your situation up the chain to the Dr faster, if need be.

        Ok, will leave you alone now =) Hugs –

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 27, 2015 at 4:28 pm

          No, I signed up for Kaiser P. I am stuck with their doctors. Let’s just say I am looking for a new one. I’ll be fine.​ I just get whiney when I don’t feel well.

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      • spk says

        March 27, 2015 at 6:19 pm

        gotcha =)

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  111. TareksWife says

    March 27, 2015 at 10:11 am

    @SPK, thanks much. Fortunately, I’ll only be back east for a short “family-centered” visit. But rest assured they will attempt to feed me everything from “tomato pie” to corned beef and cabbage!!! Have a great weekend, everyone!!

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  112. T D says

    March 27, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    Fredo’s weak and so am I. Damn cowboys. So proud of those who carry on.

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  113. spk says

    March 29, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    I got very very sick last night. As in, up at 2:45am, driving to the 24 hour pharmacy because I think I’m dying sick. And the only thing I can come up with is how *well* I’ve been eating and how IT must be the PROBLEM.

    I want to try a very nice specialty beer. And have something Cheetos-like alongside. Then a cupcake. Red Velvet!

    Instead, I’ll be good and have some applesauce and bone broth.

    Damn It

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 29, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      ​Only six more days! You can do it!

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      • spk says

        March 29, 2015 at 5:14 pm

        Right back at you, just 6 days! And good luck finding a driver for post-colonoscopy––I recommend someone with a good sense of humor. My experience is that people are pretty dopey afterwards and say the most hilarious things.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 29, 2015 at 8:10 pm

          ​I just want to take a cab and they don’t seem to want to let me. I have a fucking BABY FIST in my transverse colon, it’s not a really good time for me to be tryna make a friend to drive my fatass from the ghetto to the ass doctor.

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      • spk says

        March 30, 2015 at 4:09 pm

        Maybe the Dr’s will agree to the cab option if you commit to having a friend swing by and meet you at home to check that you are of sound body & mind. 😉 I think that’s what they want to make sure of, that it’s someone who knows your cues and won’t just take your cash and push you out the passenger door.

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        • tamaratattles says

          March 30, 2015 at 5:55 pm

          ​There will be nobody swinging by the house. I shall pay a uber person to play the role of concerned friend. If I recall correctly, they just tell the friend what the follow up care is because you are in Michael Jackson land but it’s all written down anyway.

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  114. Katherine says

    March 29, 2015 at 5:12 pm

    I’m good with the no sugar, no processed foods. But blew the alcohol-free commitment last week – I think. Anyway, it was the night I drunk emailed TT with some weird observations. BUT, I am exercising regularly and that makes up for it, right? Right??

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    • tamaratattles says

      March 29, 2015 at 8:09 pm

      Darlin, I’m the queen of drunk emails. This is the first Lent I have ever committed and failed on the alcohol. I need to have something because between being terrified about being so fat, and dealing with this new RAGE situation, I need to calm the fuck down.

      Although Lent is all about the suffering. Don’t beat yourself up about not suffering enough. 🙂 ​

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      • Katherine says

        March 30, 2015 at 11:19 am

        You are generous and kind. We got this.

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  115. TareksWife says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:39 am

    Happy 41st Day everyone!!! Hope everyone has the end-goal in sight. Hang tight.

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  116. IslandHousewife says

    April 1, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    As we near the completion of this journey, let us give thanks! Thank you to TT and to everyone who kept this post supportive and entertaining (using my Iyanla voice again, especially since she let Karrueche rub up on her big bosoms)!
    Some gentle observations. Booze plays a leading role in too many daily interactions! Child is born – take a drink, someone gets married – take a shot or someone dies – pour a shot for the dead, take a shot for the living.
    When I refused booze, soda or meat most replied, “Oh Lent!” or “Oh, Lent?” followed by eye rolls or body language that says what they thinking but not saying. Did anyone have this experience?
    What the mother condense milk I want to tell them is – we are all sinners, we all fall short. Yes you may judge, but fasting or abstaining is a spiritual journey between oneself and one’s Creator. To the eye-rollers and the hmmmers – don’t worry about me darlin’ fix yourself!
    On the nights I felt like a priest in a brothel without a condom, this blog kept me away from the JWB bottle. For that I am grateful!
    Off to pay twice the cost for a US Weekly, since I’m Milania’s unofficial Godmother. She sweet eh!
    Shalom, Lentils!

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 2, 2015 at 2:37 pm

      We are near the end! YAY! Thanks for all who did this with me.! ​

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  117. TareksWife says

    April 17, 2015 at 10:13 am

    Checking in to say Hi to everyone. Haven’t been here in a minute…had some emergency surgery but I am BACK and feeling good. TT and crew, thank you so much for this safe, crazy place to share our LENTIL stories. You were ALL so fabulous and funny and snarky and insane…made me feel right at home. Next year? MUAH!!!

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 17, 2015 at 12:37 pm

      So sorry to hear about your emergency surgery! I hope you have broken your fast. ​

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  118. TareksWife says

    April 17, 2015 at 5:00 pm

    Yes, I have, TT. I am eating one meal in the evening after work (so I can share it with the hubba)! I have lost about 40 lbs and am down 2 sizes..almost 3. If I can just keep it up, I might be able to squeeze my phatass into a size 6 again. Hope you’re doing well. Good to hear from you.

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    • tamaratattles says

      April 17, 2015 at 5:22 pm

      ​Six is so tiny. You are supposed to enjoy life. And food. I am fine with my body in a 14 (and it’s not there right now) and at 12 is pretty much perfection. Anything less than 12 (which would never happen again) is way too gaunt on my 69 inches.

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