My Nemesis, The Donut Hole
food March 7th, 2011
Cost of 30-pack donut holes: $3.50
Money wasted by eating only six of them and throwing the rest away: $2.80
Not digging through the trash two hours later to eat the remainder, because I was totally thinking about it: Priceless!
I’m doing well with my gym attendance and dieting and I’ve lost seven pounds. Not as much as I’d hoped, but I have confidence I’ll be successful in my journey to lose 50 pounds total.
I try to remember what my sister Ann told me after I said how I struggle with donuts and other goodies.
She said, in all seriousness, “You already know what they taste like. Why do you have to eat them again?”
I know.
Don’t you just want to slap her?
Stumble it!
March 7th, 2011 at 7:19 pm
Because they are good??? What is worse is when you eat them and they aren’t as good as you remember. Wasted Calories. Ugh.
March 7th, 2011 at 7:45 pm
Oh those damned things!!! Especially the kind you have shown here. They are just tooooooo good. I occasionally allow myself donuts and I almost allowed it this weekend but I think I can hold off for one more week. But it’s not easy when I look at these!
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March 7th, 2011 at 8:07 pm
Well I think my answer to your sister would be “because I know what they taste like” 🙂
Good job on the 7 pounds, you’re on your way
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March 7th, 2011 at 8:38 pm
Oh ! “Timbits” ! That’s what they are popularly called here – (because they are found at Tim Horton’s)
“Donut Hole” sounds so gay !
My favourite is the cinnamon. Then there’s chocolate flavour, coconut flavour, maple flavour and oh… double chocolate !
NB: Sorry gay people ! I am new to the country.
March 7th, 2011 at 8:39 pm
I was always told not to eat the donut holes because that is where all the calories are. So, forget the donut holes and just buy the whole donut…less calories.
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March 7th, 2011 at 9:50 pm
Tell me her address and I will slap her for you! Just kidding.
March 8th, 2011 at 1:20 am
Ohhh..She must be the skinny one! Grrrrr…Have to say though, I took my kids out to a local BBQ place Saturday night and I did order the Deep Fried Buttermilk Pie…Yummm! Almost licked the plate but there was a cute guy sitting at the table next to us 🙂
March 8th, 2011 at 1:31 am
I faced my nemesis today, too. Not donut holes since I never quite acquired a taste for them, no, mine is handmade cinnamon buns from a farmer’s market about an hour away from my house. Thank goodness they are an hour away- that means I only indulge about once a year. Thank goodness that place in the mall doesn’t make buns that even come close- I spit on their buns. Pthuey. Now we have 9 cinnamon buns left in the house and they are CALLING me. Will I be able to hold out? And if I decide to finally give in after holding out, will there be any left, considering how much my kids and husband love them too? The battle of wills has begun.
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March 8th, 2011 at 4:33 am
lin — Yes! Because they are good and yummy and awesome and we want them again and again! I got lucky. These were delicious. Glazed and chewy. (Said something like “raised yeast donuts” on the package.”)
sparkling74 — I stood at the bakery table and stared at them, went to step away, but then the call of the donuts was too great. At least I figured I’d throw most of them out. That’s how I rationalized it anyway.
ann — Obviously. That silly girl! And thanks! I’m sort of bummed because I’ve been working so hard at the gym and aside from these donuts, watching what I’m eating. I think I need to reduce carbs more.
Jaffer — I think I remember prior discussions about Timbits, which sounds kind of gross to me. What part of Tim’s bits are you eating? I do loves me a coconut donut. But alas, I shan’t put my hands on one again anytime soon.
Lanita — So that’s why they take out the middle! Of course! You know, a donut only has 200 calories, less than most candy bars. I say we should be able to eat one a day and get away with it.
Mary Beth — No, really. You should. She’s tiny, though. You can’t hit her too hard. You might kill her.
Tonya – Yes, actually, she is thin. It’s because she doesn’t eat donut holes. Holy hell. Deep Fried Buttermilk Pie? Does it come with a side of Lipitor?
Kim — I was looking for cinnamon buns before I found the holes! I love them. So, your house is full of buns you say? I think the question is why are there as many as nine even left? Get crackin’ and let the family fend for themselves!
March 8th, 2011 at 7:19 am
Ann just doesn’t have that donut-loving gene. She doesn’t know what she’s missing!
My profesional recommendation is to simply stop dumpster diving for the extra donut holes. And you might consider stopping dumpster diving for any reason!
🙂
Congrats on the 7 pounds!!
March 8th, 2011 at 7:40 am
There are just some foods that are soooooo good, you can’t stop eating them. My Mommeh has learned not to buy that type of food, because she has no willpower.
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March 8th, 2011 at 7:57 am
Congratulations on overcoming the pull of Dumpster Diving for Donuts, Kathy. Although if they’d been wrapped in bacon, it would have been all over for you!
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March 8th, 2011 at 9:31 am
Your sister’s words actually make more sense, the older you get.
March 8th, 2011 at 9:42 am
I am like that too but with apples and grain.
At least you cannot eat yourself to death with donut holes – or can you? We goats can do that with grain. If let loose in the grain bin we will literally eat ourselves to death.
Talk about no self control!
Good work on losing the 7lbs!
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March 8th, 2011 at 11:02 am
Good job losing the 7 pounds.. The advice your sister gave is really good. I have never thought of it like that before.
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March 8th, 2011 at 11:46 am
I like dropping off huge boxes of donuts and donut holes. Am I being nice? Am I being passive aggressive? Who knows but it’s fun for me!
My best diet advice is to always be sucking on Altoids so that anything you eat tastes like minty dooky.
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March 8th, 2011 at 12:07 pm
I’d never thought of it that way. What a great idea or mantra to repeat. Do you think it would work with bacon.
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March 8th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
That is GREAT ADVICE.
Someone once told me, “nothing tastes as good as skinny feels”. Personally, I don’t think they fully appreciate just how delicious doughnut holes and bacon truly are!
March 8th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
I have a sister like that! Except, she would grab it from me, say, “Here, let me see how it tastes!” eat it, and say…. “Ohh! That was good, and I saved you the calories!” But… I’m skinnier than her so it would be alright.
Keep up the good work on the losing! I’d like to lose 7 pounds!!
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March 8th, 2011 at 1:13 pm
Kathy, nothing tastes as good as being the size you want to be. I do not ever have “sweets” or “chips” in the house. My husband tends toward a little weight and so do I. If we want a dessert after a good meal out, that’s fine once in a while, but having it in the house is just too easy and tempting. Kind of like having Brad Pitt naked in the bedroom when my husband is at work. I’m not saying I’d go there, but why take the chance and help a good girl go bad?
March 8th, 2011 at 2:28 pm
Hey Kathy! Good luck on your healthy journey. May you see it through and stay out of garbage cans as much as possible. 🙂
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March 8th, 2011 at 3:23 pm
Too funny! I’ve never understood people who can stop at just one (or none). Although my big failing is chunks of cheese, never donuts.
An exercise suggestion: I HATE to sweat and HATE anything involving sweat. I’ve therefore never much loved to exercise. I did yoga and I’d walk/ride my bike but just by forcing myself. Then I found Zumba. I go for the fun. The exercise and amazing amount of waist-shrinking is just a side bonus. Truly. Worth a try anyways.
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March 8th, 2011 at 4:33 pm
Those donuts are really holes aren’t they? Totally.
March 8th, 2011 at 4:39 pm
I don’t think we have doughnut holes, at least I’ve never heard of them. Just as well, because I would probably like those more than doughnuts. The trick is, not to have them in the house. What you haven’t got, you can’t eat.
Well done on the 7lbs!
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March 8th, 2011 at 5:57 pm
Ferd — Yeah, but she does have an unnatural love for Lime Doritos, so she knows the meaning of denying yourself. I think the last thing I dumpster dived for was iced cookies. But they were still in the plastic container, so I considered them fair game. The donuts were truly dumped, so they touched other garbage. Desperate times….
Daisy the Curly Cat — I often refer to really yummy foods as “extra delicious” because that’s what you call them. I speak Daisy-speak, you know. Your mommeh is a smart lady. I should have never brought them in the house. I’ll do better next time.
BoomBoomLarew — What? No Cat Lady Larew anymore? Mmmm, bacon AND donuts? A heavenly combination, I agree. Footnote: I would never under any circumstances throw bacon away. Just so you know.
Marvin — I know. I hate that it makes sense at all.
Pricilla — Um, yeah. I totally could eat myself to death with donuts. If I get told I have three months to live, guess what I’m having breakfast, lunch and dinner. And thanks for the compliment. I’ve been working really hard.
Tanya — Thank you! I wish it was more, but I talked to one of the gym trainers today about it and he said I’m doing just fine and I should keep doing what I’m doing. I felt better after he gave me a boost. Ann’s advice should go on a bumper sticker.
Tracy — I have to admit, I’d probably slug you if you showed up anywhere with a box of donuts. But not until after I ate three or six. “Minty dooky!” That’s a first.
Jen — It is and it wouldn’t.
Meleah Rebeccah — I’m with you. I’ve tried to say that mantra to myself, but it just means it takes longer for me to shove donuts in my pie hole.
Kelly — Funny! I would love someone else to save me calories. People really ought to just take food right out of my hands. It’s for my own good!
Linda Medrano — The last time I lost a lot of weight, I allowed myself ice cream on a Saturday night as my week’s treat. It was surprisingly enough for the whole week. I’m getting closer to that mindset. I love your Pitt analogy. It’s exactly the same, but I can’t say I would resist if Brad was offering me a box of donuts along with his own deliciousness.
kev — Thanks! I promise I won’t eat out of the garbage. I can’t promise I won’t consider it, tho. A girl can only do so much you know.
Christine — Me neither. I hate them. I have a good friend who swears by Zumba. It sounds so fun for her, but I’m afraid to be seen flopping around other people and stinking up the joint. I can tolerate only a treadmill right now. Probably best for the safety and enjoyment of others!
HumorSmith — Or, the holes are really donuts? Either way, poison.
Babs — I’m sure you must have something like them. It’s just donut dough on a smaller scale. Glazed are the BEST! And thank you for the compliment. I’m feeling good about it. Not great, but good.
March 9th, 2011 at 12:08 am
What a bitch your sister is!
Hey, you didn’t throw the trash out yet, did you?
March 9th, 2011 at 7:00 am
I think your sister is just being helpful and makes a good point! It’s always a battle for me to pass up the donuts on Fridays and work. Lately, I’ve been losing that battle.
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March 9th, 2011 at 7:48 am
Donuts. I love them so much. I would have to try really hard to throw them away. I’d probably have to use the garbage of someone who lives like several subway stops away to keep myself from digging them back out.
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March 9th, 2011 at 11:39 am
“Don’t you just want to slap her?” Totally!
Congratulations on losing 7 lbs. It’s tough to make the start, but you’re on your way. Just practice “won’t power” as in “I won’t eat the donuts!”
March 9th, 2011 at 2:29 pm
I can’t think about doughnut holes right now. It’s just….just too painful. And there is no way in HELL I would throw them away. I am an all or nothing person when it comes to yummy carbs right now because I am an addict. If I can’t have 500 of them, I don’t want any because anything less than 500 carbful things is torture. And I am not kidding. I hate carbs. Emotionally, I mean. Not gastronomically. Gastronomically, I want to have sex with them.
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March 10th, 2011 at 2:55 pm
i got a craving for donut holes as well, be proud of yourself for resisting the temptation! i know i would have failed miserably 🙂
March 11th, 2011 at 6:17 pm
My biggest weakness is ice cream… and pizza… and donuts… and… well, everything is my weakness.
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March 13th, 2011 at 11:37 pm
Your sister Ann sounds so awesome and genius. She really think differently! She do have a huge point there.
And I wonder how her face looks like (facial expression) while she’s telling you:
“You already know what they taste like. Why do you have to eat them again?”
Care to share Kathy?
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October 13th, 2011 at 7:40 am
I was told that not to eat the donut holes because that is where all the calories are. So, forget the donut holes and just buy the whole donut less calories. Less sugar is better for health. 🙂
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