tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post8325310886037830726..comments2024-03-18T07:12:33.778-04:00Comments on Runs for Cookies: I need thicker skinUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-18227542952233979602012-01-18T20:35:34.954-05:002012-01-18T20:35:34.954-05:00Uh. Yeah. Totally gonna have to try that recipe. Y...Uh. Yeah. Totally gonna have to try that recipe. Yum!Cynthiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13809225452765196531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-86525263249951193572011-11-28T00:33:17.880-05:002011-11-28T00:33:17.880-05:00You shouldn't feel like you have to justify yo...You shouldn't feel like you have to justify yourself at any point in time! I hate that people made you feel that way. It's your recipe and people should be greatful that it is shared for others to enjoy. If someone has an issue with the contents then they can change it and move on, but don't feel like you did ANYTHING wrong or to be sad about. <br /><br />It has to be difficult Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02047833172978680196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-51982000645010057062011-11-27T20:08:40.868-05:002011-11-27T20:08:40.868-05:00I LOVE boxed brownies, and I really love your idea...I LOVE boxed brownies, and I really love your idea to put pumpkin in them! Such a great idea for dessert. Plus I really love the idea that you can look forward to a real dessert and still lose the amount of weight that you did! Screw those people, you've got us!Czesiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04659055822037057266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-79259509951721157092011-11-23T23:26:03.970-05:002011-11-23T23:26:03.970-05:00Im so thankful you are 'real'!!! Makes me ...Im so thankful you are 'real'!!! Makes me feel more real!! I love walking this journey with you! YOu have inspired me and so many others!! Thankyou!!Debsdailylifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01520412949675963572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-3917225437368565632011-11-22T19:14:30.445-05:002011-11-22T19:14:30.445-05:00Katie, I want to try your recipe! I ALSO use a mix...Katie, I want to try your recipe! I ALSO use a mix to make my brownies...I use applesauce instead of oil and they come out great. Don't worry about what anyone thinks.<br /><br />DedeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-9839817330459201942011-11-22T16:03:54.797-05:002011-11-22T16:03:54.797-05:00I think your recipe is great. Sure it's health...I think your recipe is great. Sure it's healthier to make them from scratch but not everyone has the time or is willing to do that. I think it's unfair that they shared your recipe but cut out the part where you talked about it because I don't think people would be critical of it if they knew what we know.<br /><br />Anyhoo, I'm like you when it comes to criticism but in this caseLoser.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-91178806859120079412011-11-22T14:51:11.026-05:002011-11-22T14:51:11.026-05:00Your pumpkin brownies with peanut butter atop reci...Your pumpkin brownies with peanut butter atop recipe is very similiar to a Hungry Girl recipe, maybe that's how you discovered this yummy delight? Either way, its simple, delicious and easy on the waistline.<br /><br />Opinions are like a**holes, everybodys got one. Quite a while ago I made a decision to stop worrying about what other people think of me, and it was one of the best decisions ILosing 100 pounds and ...https://www.blogger.com/profile/13282439310801044205noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-40487055722201341592011-11-22T14:27:34.597-05:002011-11-22T14:27:34.597-05:00Katie- I hate that these idiots have you upset!!!!...Katie- I hate that these idiots have you upset!!!! I haven't looked at them yet, but I can just imagine what some morons said!!! I am continually shocked at the comments that people put on websites, it is ridiculous!!!<br />I wanted to tell you that I referred my first person to SP because of you today!!!! I was talking to ladies at MOPS this AM, and someone brought up Dr. Oz, and I mentionedLauranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-39117529840815260762011-11-22T14:10:19.836-05:002011-11-22T14:10:19.836-05:00Hi Katie-
My name is Amy and I am from Michigan to...Hi Katie-<br />My name is Amy and I am from Michigan too. I have been following your blog for quite a while. I just want to tell you that you are inspiring. I have a large amount of weight to lose and you have helped me believe it is something I can do, even on a limited budget. <br />If people want to make brownies from scratch then that's wonderful. I personally don't like cooking and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-55326849331621010712011-11-22T12:01:04.760-05:002011-11-22T12:01:04.760-05:00Kaite,
I have not read any of the other comments, ...Kaite,<br />I have not read any of the other comments, but you are amazing! If people want to make brownies from scratch then good for them! You have worked your butt off (literally) and maintained by doing it your way. You have never said that you are a food specialist and have been nice enough to share your tips and journey with everyone. Don't let others get to you, YOU ARE AMAZING! You Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16676408618079647211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-90993773635367219092011-11-22T11:39:45.659-05:002011-11-22T11:39:45.659-05:00The anonymity of the internet makes people very br...The anonymity of the internet makes people very brave, indeed. They say things they would never even dream of saying if they saw you in person. In those cases, I just ignore them.<br /><br />Box brownies are DA BOMB. :o) Tricking them up with pumpkin & peanut butter? Mmmm!Karissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01605123382073277736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-87564922589571173822011-11-22T11:21:03.337-05:002011-11-22T11:21:03.337-05:00Ppl pick because it’s easy to do when you’re not i...Ppl pick because it’s easy to do when you’re not in the situation or when you don’t want to reflect on yourself. This is your take on a recipe…they can make it any way they want in their kitchen. Think skin wouldn’t help ppl will find a way to judge…I’m sorry your having to deal with it. Stop reading is a good idea and keep going. Don’t let other ppl dictate how your feel.Teresa*noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-67411777150798441972011-11-22T10:43:15.309-05:002011-11-22T10:43:15.309-05:00My mother always told me "opinions are like a...My mother always told me "opinions are like assholes, everybody has one". People will always feel free to give their opinion and be overly critical just cause they can. It seems like people rarely think before they speak (or type in this case) these days and like some of the other posts have already said it's is very easy for someone to hide behind the computer and rid someone to gab6784https://www.blogger.com/profile/01638691906605934657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-79050718944608351962011-11-22T10:32:21.828-05:002011-11-22T10:32:21.828-05:00The world is a funny place. In Germany, we don`t g...The world is a funny place. In Germany, we don`t get canned pumpkin. We HAVE to buy the whole pumpkin and do all the work so we can have a simple pumpkin soup. Or pumpkin brownies, for that matter :-) believe me, if there was an already-made pumpkin mix, I would use it! I do make brownies from scratch (about once a year, hehe) but I just can`t get over the fact that people are actually upset Trinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-17881900508924486422011-11-22T10:27:54.876-05:002011-11-22T10:27:54.876-05:00You and I are kindred spirits. I don't advert...You and I are kindred spirits. I don't advertise or even have a contact form because I had one up for 1 day and the first email I got was some hump reaming me. <br /><br />Let me tell ya something though, you could give someone a million dollars and they'd gripe about the taxes they have to pay on it or how many people came out of the woodwork or why only 1 million and not 2. I can'Anele @ Success Along the Weighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03986921867517926199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-26593402798893754622011-11-22T10:00:50.298-05:002011-11-22T10:00:50.298-05:00I just checked out your recipe and read all of the...I just checked out your recipe and read all of the comments. Most all of them are very positive. I think lots of people will be trying them out in some form or another. :) Including me.The Lingo Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03992104604666313893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-85348916668057615612011-11-22T09:53:04.666-05:002011-11-22T09:53:04.666-05:00Hi Katie! My name is Taylor and I just think you&#...Hi Katie! My name is Taylor and I just think you're amazing! I also have 2 boys (16 mo) apart and I could never lose the weight but after finding your blog a week ago I decided to start changing my life! My first weigh in is tomorrow but I wanted to thankyou and tell you that you may have ppl who criticize you but you have MORE ppl who love you and stand behind you! Those are the only ppl Too Legit to Quit!https://www.blogger.com/profile/03948216106841006936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-65218181455074267332011-11-22T09:12:04.828-05:002011-11-22T09:12:04.828-05:00Katie,
I know the comments were hurtful but remem...Katie,<br /><br />I know the comments were hurtful but remember how much you help the rest of us who really appreciate you. <br /><br />Keep up the good work and have a great Thanksgiving! You look wonderful!<br /><br />ConnieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-33148250682174172232011-11-22T09:03:47.388-05:002011-11-22T09:03:47.388-05:00I agree with the comments above! I rarely make br...I agree with the comments above! I rarely make brownies so those NOT in a box would never be made in this house. I don't feel the need to MarthaStewart it up like that even if I did have the time.<br /><br />I'm so sorry that the comments have upset you. People really do suck. I adore the internet, but the anonymity of it has given mean girls and bullies another place to spew their Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-39351542422204983492011-11-22T08:36:17.858-05:002011-11-22T08:36:17.858-05:00This broke my heart and I'm glad you told us n...This broke my heart and I'm glad you told us not to get on the website and add comments because that is what I was going to do but I didn't because you asked us not to! The reason I love that recipe is because it is easy! I am a mom to 3 kids and I babysit so I don't have a lot of time to do everything by the book! If it wasn't for quick and easier recipes like yours and other chrissy792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-81335124898362530182011-11-22T08:23:30.222-05:002011-11-22T08:23:30.222-05:00Wow, Katie! I haven't been online much lately ...Wow, Katie! I haven't been online much lately (had some family drama), and I can't believe how much I missed! Surgery, newspaper, Dr. Oz...you are one busy, beautiful woman!<br /><br />Congrats on all the good stuff, and try to ignore the bad stuff. Having thin skin isn't a bad thing. You just have to work harder to ignore the bad stuff.<br /><br />I hope you and your family have a Aimeenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-47402879486213381002011-11-22T08:20:37.688-05:002011-11-22T08:20:37.688-05:00Screw those commenters. You are right about peopl...Screw those commenters. You are right about people wanting simplicity. They have not been in your shoes and if they have the time and money to make brownies from scratch then good for them, but I and several others DON'T! Your recipe sounds awesome and I'm making them for Thanksgiving to share with my family. I turn 30 next year too, so I think I'll also make a list. You're Brianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17154840436224660631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-4098678922300229622011-11-22T06:34:41.506-05:002011-11-22T06:34:41.506-05:00Katie,
A brownie from scratch would never be made...Katie, <br />A brownie from scratch would never be made in my kitchen. A healthier version of a brownie from a box will happen. Thank you. <br />The trade off to brownies from scratch might mean less time with your kids or running, so stay with what works for your whole balanced life. You are doing what is best for you and your family. <br />Pat <br /><br /> <br />PatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-59132329588348400462011-11-22T06:28:54.130-05:002011-11-22T06:28:54.130-05:00@Amanda
Amanda, I've seen you reference the N...@<a href="#c7839981883826403606" rel="nofollow">Amanda</a><br /><br />Amanda, I've seen you reference the NY Times incident before, but I never knew the details--and I didn't want to overstep any boundaries by asking. I think it's awful that you were attacked by something taken out of context and used against you. And that not only effects you, but your kids as well! I completely Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-25263746843430837562011-11-22T05:19:52.767-05:002011-11-22T05:19:52.767-05:00I haven't read all of the comments yet, but al...I haven't read all of the comments yet, but all I could think of is "You can't argue with stupid." Also, most hate comes from jealousy- they are jealous you lost all of your weight; they are jealous you ate brownies while doing it; they are jealous because you were on the Dr. Oz show since you lost all your weight WHILE eating box-mix brownies! They feel bad about themselves andFrickin' Fabulous at 40https://www.blogger.com/profile/14853674225662132643noreply@blogger.com