Monday, April 25, 2011

The Difference Between Ice Cream and Brownies

I'm a flirt. I know this.  What happens after the flirting can cause problems.

The key? Differentiating between Ice Cream and Brownies.

Have I lost you completely? Let me explain with an example.

Cub #1 = Ice Cream.

I can talk about ice cream, I can even look at it through the glass doors in the refrigerated section with longing.  I want the ice cream, I really do!  However, I should not buy ice cream, because once I have a spoonful, I lose all ability to say no to the rest.  When the carton is empty, I'll immediately regret my actions, and the cycle of abuse continues.

Cub #2 = Brownies

The sweet craving never really goes away, and ignoring cravings is unjust.  I'm all about everything in moderation.  The quick fix answer = the brownie.  I can have a square and be just fine walking away from the rest of the pan.  Sometimes even a nibble will suffice.  Afterward, the craving is gone and I feel no guilt.  If I want to, I can always go back to the brownie, but I don't need it.

During the upcoming trip to Stagecoach (country music festival in Indio, CA consisting of 4 days of complete debauchery) I'm thinking I should stick with the brownie, unless a chocolate chip cookie happens to walk by!

23 comments:

Kelly @ Dare to be Domestic said...

I love this analogy! ;)

MiMi said...

And now you can eat ice cream for reals though since Lent is done!

That being said...yeah, chocolate chip cookies are awesome. Especially if they have nuts.


hahahahahaha

Amanda @ It's Blogworthy said...

So funny. Yes, stick with the brownie! BTW, when I was in grad school, my friend Teddy used to say that if a girl brings over brownies, she wants to sleep with you. I don't know how he came up with that, but he used to say Brownies = butt. He was a weirdo and I love him for it.

Charlotte said...

OMG, I love this analogy so much. HAHAHAH!!! I totally hear what you mean, too.

I hope you find yourself surrounded by many brownies and cookies and perhaps even a cupcake or two at this upcoming festival. Sounds like it'll be a great time!

Pretty Young Thing said...

mmmmm....now I'm craving a brownie...both kinds.

SharleneT said...

Definitely go with the Brownies -- and put nuts in them. That way, they have protein in them to help sustain you through the concert. There are side effects, but you'll live to regret them.... 8-)

Suniverse said...

And now I'm starving.

Enjoy the brownies.

KLZ said...

I'm salivating over the ice cream sitting in my fridge right now. Which is awesome - I can't wait to get home!

And I actually mean ice cream, which makes this comment less fun.

Ms.Wasteland said...

Good luck staying away from the ice cream. Sometimes it beckons us. :)

Jaime said...

OMG...I have been to SC for the last 4 years but am unable to go this year (not to mention the line-up didnt do it for me) But let me tell you this: SC is PRIME hunting ground for a new Puma such as yourself...I am speaking from experience...and I will leave it at that...lol. Have fun!! :)

Liz said...

Super awesome metaphor from a super awesome girl. Enjoy BOTH your ice cream and brownie!!

Meagan said...

You are so funny! I'm so jealous you are going to stagecoach!!!!!!!!!!!!

michelle said...

lol ooooh yea. definitely best not to lose yourself in the ice creams ;)

Katie said...

Have fun at Stagecoach!

I say enjoy the variety there for the weekend, then come back and have some more ice cream. :-)

Heather P said...

My lack of understanding of this post reveals both a penchant for desserts and a lack of awareness about dating. That said, GOOD LUCK!

Natalie said...

A perfect metaphor!! And now I want a brownie...

Little redhead said...

Definately stick with the brownies for now. Ice cream can be dangerous :) Don't go for ice cream unless the flavour is worth the risk :) wow supermetaphorical :D

blueviolet said...

The brownie is the safe way to go, but based on my own experiences while traveling, the ice cream is a lot more fun. :)

Crazy Shenanigans-JMO said...

Hahaha! I love this! Go for the ice cream, life is short.

JMJE said...

I vote for the brownie but there is always the ice cream brownie sundae. I kidd.

(Florida) Girl said...

As long as you know what you are getting yourself into, I say it is all good.

But do be weary of the emotionally unavailable ice cream... ;)

Ameena said...

I am totally the opposite...I don't care for ice cream in the least, but put a brownie pan in front of me and you'll find me cutting edges off brownies to make everything perfectly symmetrical. Until there is nothing left that needs to be symmetrical...

Just Call Me Lynn said...

I would kill for a brownie. No lie. LoL