Guilty Pleasure

July 24, 2008 pkingcade

I never made it to Metabolic, and I should feel guilty. I have allowed new indulgences to be my excuse for now. Reece and I make regular visits to Jacksboro, my hometown. We visit with my parents and hope to add a little cheer to them. My dad has a terminal brain tumor (glioblastoma multiforme–the same kind Ted Kennedy has). My mother is the patron saint caregiver. On a recent visit, my mother tempted us with some new Bluebell Ice Cream treats. Reece and I both fell in love with them, and we both enjoy one nightly as we participate in our VERY LATE NIGHT routine of watching 2 episodes of LOST on dvd. It is a sweet bonding time for us, and I will cherish the memories and resent the calories. I just visited my daughter-in-law Aubrey’s blog (Kingcade Kitchen). She has a yummy recipe for a cake the includes Reese’s peanut butter cups, which along with Snickers, are my favorite candy bars. I might have to bake that cake and use it as my next excuse for procrastinating on my return to healthy diet filled living!!

I have found that on the evenings after a visit to see my parents, that I fill the sadness of knowing my dad will soon die with food! Last night was no exception. Our whole family went to Starbuck’s as a send off for our oldest son’s departure back to Oklahoma City. He had been the visiting speaker for the evening at our church’s Wed. night service. He did an amazing job, and we had a great visit. I love Mocha frappucinos, and Josh suggested that I add a shot of raspberry. YUMMMMMMM. Gene ordered the mango smoothie. I tasted that and loved it too. I think it would be a great lunch with 21g of protein and no added sugar.