Girl scout cookies

baygo · 03-01-2010, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by LakeSnake

I think a group should get together and petition the state legislatures to have the poison cookies completely outlawed. These cookies are responsible for the obesity problem in the U.S as well as all the related health problems that go along with being over weight. These problems only add to the burden placed on our fragile healthcare system and has precipitated the need for the government overhaul of the entire system.

So please - if you are concerned about the impact these horrible cookies are having on society as a whole and the general economic state of our great nation please take time to write you local congressman or senator to request the banning of these cookies before it's too late!

Can't we just alter the recipe without a noticeable trace of change?

PHDIII · 03-01-2010, 05:49 PM

Since GS cookies are sold nationwide, one could ask: What does this cookie ingredients argument have to do with the Lakes Region?
Enough already!

Argie's Wife · 03-01-2010, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PHDIII

Since GS cookies are sold nationwide, one could ask: What does this cookie ingredients argument have to do with the Lakes Region?
Enough already!

Can you say: Cabin fever?

See what happens when they bring their shacks off the ice... the natives get restless...

Is it time for baseball yet?

goob · 03-01-2010, 09:00 PM

I have been reading this forum lately, but never thought I would ever have a reason to respond. I have never seen such an obvious hijacking of a thread to further someone's own agenda. Is it really anyone's job to educate us "simpletons" as what is healthy to eat? Are we really that stupid to think a Girl Scout cookie is good for us? I'll make an appointment with a nutritionist if I want to hear the ill affects of eating these "weapons of mass destruction". Start your own thread if you want to crusade for healthy eating habits. If not, just tell me where to buy those tasty treats.

Slickcraft · 03-01-2010, 09:22 PM

Welcome to the forum goob, you are right on with your 1st post.

Now I have to get back to that box of thin mints.

lawn psycho · 03-01-2010, 09:51 PM

Here's a great video about selling Girl Scout Cookies (funny as he||)
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/509613...scout_cookies/

Rattlesnake Guy · 03-01-2010, 11:25 PM

Welcome Goob,

I really hope most people will stop eating these deadly cookies.

It will save more for the rest of us...

Life is fatal. Lets get on with it.

Flylady · 03-02-2010, 12:04 AM

On my way home from work with my 4 boxes of cookies. A homeless man pan handling for change made eye contact...feeling guilty about bringing home the cookies so I offer him a box of thin mints. I knew he would enjoy them without guilt! So I stop at the gym, do my usual workout and on my way home. After my light dinner I begin reading this thread and the more I read the harder I laught, but not before downing a half of sleeve of thin mints.

Thanks everyone for the humor and another excuse to eat a cookie!

Argie's Wife · 03-02-2010, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by goob

I have been reading this forum lately, but never thought I would ever have a reason to respond. I have never seen such an obvious hijacking of a thread to further someone's own agenda. Is it really anyone's job to educate us "simpletons" as what is healthy to eat? Are we really that stupid to think a Girl Scout cookie is good for us? I'll make an appointment with a nutritionist if I want to hear the ill affects of eating these "weapons of mass destruction". Start your own thread if you want to crusade for healthy eating habits. If not, just tell me where to buy those tasty treats.

Well, pass the Samoas and welcome aboard! Great first post!

lawn psycho · 03-02-2010, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by baygo

Can't we just alter the recipe without a noticeable trace of change?

baygo, some people on here are unwilling to follow logical thinking. Nobody said ban cookies. Tons of data showing why trans-fat is a health risk. I will be writing the Girl Scouts myself.

Some of these folks are posting things that I would expect from a 5 year old when told to eat their vegetables.

And to those of you who brag that you want to eat boxes of cookies, when you stand in front of the mirror with the pudgy gut, love handles, or double chin; are you really happy with yourself? I'll even bet some of your are diabetic or have high BP. Only you can answer that question. It's your health (or not).

SIKSUKR · 03-02-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lawn psycho

baygo, some people on here are unwilling to follow logical thinking. Nobody said ban cookies. Tons of data showing why trans-fat is a health risk. I will be writing the Girl Scouts myself.
Some of these folks are posting things that I would expect from a 5 year old when told to eat their vegetables.

And to those of you who brag that you want to eat boxes of cookies, when you stand in front of the mirror with the pudgy gut, love handles, or double chin; are you really happy with yourself? I'll even bet some of your are diabetic or have high BP. Only you can answer that question. It's your health (or not).

Get off your high horse. You're the one that sounds like a whining 5 year old. Enough of your adolesent thread hi-jack already.

chipj29 · 03-02-2010, 09:54 AM

Wow, this thread is incredible. The intent of the thread was to find where the cookies were being sold. I highly doubt the person wanted a lecture on the horrors of trans fats. If you don't want to eat them, don't. It is pretty simple.

I have been on a diet since 1/4. So far I have lost 11 lbs. And yes, my family bought 3 boxes of GS cookies to support my sisters daughter and her GS Troop. I asked my wife to hide them because I don't trust myself. I can't eat anything in moderation. So far I have had a total of 2 thin mints. 2 cookies, not 2 boxes.

My point is this...if you want them, buy them. If you don't want them, don't buy them. I can't force you to buy them, and you can't force me to not buy them.

Irrigation Guy · 03-02-2010, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by chipj29

Wow, this thread is incredible. The intent of the thread was to find where the cookies were being sold. I highly doubt the person wanted a lecture on the horrors of trans fats. If you don't want to eat them, don't. It is pretty simple.

I have been on a diet since 1/4. So far I have lost 11 lbs. And yes, my family bought 3 boxes of GS cookies to support my sisters daughter and her GS Troop. I asked my wife to hide them because I don't trust myself. I can't eat anything in moderation. So far I have had a total of 2 thin mints. 2 cookies, not 2 boxes.

My point is this...if you want them, buy them. If you don't want them, don't buy them. I can't force you to buy them, and you can't force me to not buy them.

No Kidding. Please everyone stop the nonsense in my wife's thread. We have found the answer to the question she asked.

Thread closed by the original poster. Good night.

lawn psycho · 03-02-2010, 08:39 PM

Yep, suck 'em down. YUMMMMMMMM......

SIKSUKR · 03-03-2010, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by lawn psycho

Yep, suck 'em down. YUMMMMMMMM......

Gotta wonder if this is a certain members chilhood photo. That might explain the misguided passion.

lawn psycho · 03-03-2010, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Gotta wonder if this is a certain members chilhood photo. That might explain the misguided passion.

Keep dreamin

Pineedles · 03-02-2010, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by LocalRealtor

No Kidding. Please everyone stop the nonsense in my wife's thread. We have found the answer to the question she asked.

Thread closed by the original poster. Good night.

Now that would be an original idea. Anyway of letting the OP close the thread Don? Would save you alot of trouble I guess? As long as they couldn't re-open it.

tis · 03-03-2010, 08:42 AM

Who ever would have thought that a simple question about GS Cookies would have brought 79 responses? You just never know!

fatlazyless · 03-02-2010, 09:59 AM

Most everyone already has a pair of sneakers, so for just 15-bucks you can purchase a Wal-Mart tennis raquet (as low as $13) and a can of three yellow tennis balls (as low as $1.50), and go hit the free, and available Meredith tennis courts. Tennis....definately, a sport that BURNS the CALORIES......way more than playing golf, as golf is really just an activity and not a sport!

With six public hard surface all-weather courts, the Meredith public facility almost never has more than three courts in use at any one time. To find them, take a drive way down the dirt road just beyond the bowling alley.

When does Meredith tennis get going this spring....probably as soon as the snow gets melted...as two of the nets are already in place....smash

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03-01-2010, 05:49 PM	#2
PHDIII Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 36 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Lakes Region? Since GS cookies are sold nationwide, one could ask: What does this cookie ingredients argument have to do with the Lakes Region? Enough already!

03-01-2010, 09:00 PM	#4
goob Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I have been reading this forum lately, but never thought I would ever have a reason to respond. I have never seen such an obvious hijacking of a thread to further someone's own agenda. Is it really anyone's job to educate us "simpletons" as what is healthy to eat? Are we really that stupid to think a Girl Scout cookie is good for us? I'll make an appointment with a nutritionist if I want to hear the ill affects of eating these "weapons of mass destruction". Start your own thread if you want to crusade for healthy eating habits. If not, just tell me where to buy those tasty treats. Last edited by goob; 03-01-2010 at 09:02 PM. Reason: sp.

03-02-2010, 12:04 AM	#8
Flylady Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: So. California & Lakes Region Posts: 256 Thanks: 225 Thanked 106 Times in 61 Posts	Too funny.. On my way home from work with my 4 boxes of cookies. A homeless man pan handling for change made eye contact...feeling guilty about bringing home the cookies so I offer him a box of thin mints. I knew he would enjoy them without guilt! So I stop at the gym, do my usual workout and on my way home. After my light dinner I begin reading this thread and the more I read the harder I laught, but not before downing a half of sleeve of thin mints. Thanks everyone for the humor and another excuse to eat a cookie!

03-02-2010, 09:54 AM	#12
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	Wow, this thread is incredible. The intent of the thread was to find where the cookies were being sold. I highly doubt the person wanted a lecture on the horrors of trans fats. If you don't want to eat them, don't. It is pretty simple. I have been on a diet since 1/4. So far I have lost 11 lbs. And yes, my family bought 3 boxes of GS cookies to support my sisters daughter and her GS Troop. I asked my wife to hide them because I don't trust myself. I can't eat anything in moderation. So far I have had a total of 2 thin mints. 2 cookies, not 2 boxes. My point is this...if you want them, buy them. If you don't want them, don't buy them. I can't force you to buy them, and you can't force me to not buy them. __________________ Getting ready for winter!

03-02-2010, 08:39 PM	#14
lawn psycho Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: On the move... Posts: 987 Thanks: 113 Thanked 248 Times in 133 Posts	Yep, suck 'em down. YUMMMMMMMM...... Attached Images

03-01-2010, 09:22 PM	#5
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,333 Thanks: 1,242 Thanked 2,118 Times in 968 Posts	Welcome to the forum goob, you are right on with your 1st post. Now I have to get back to that box of thin mints.

03-01-2010, 09:51 PM	#6
lawn psycho Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: On the move... Posts: 987 Thanks: 113 Thanked 248 Times in 133 Posts	Here's a great video about selling Girl Scout Cookies (funny as he\|\|) http://www.metacafe.com/watch/509613...scout_cookies/

03-01-2010, 11:25 PM	#7
Rattlesnake Guy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,254 Thanks: 423 Thanked 366 Times in 175 Posts	Welcome Goob, I really hope most people will stop eating these deadly cookies. It will save more for the rest of us... Life is fatal. Lets get on with it.

03-03-2010, 08:42 AM	#18
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,821 Thanks: 759 Thanked 1,472 Times in 1,027 Posts	Who ever would have thought that a simple question about GS Cookies would have brought 79 responses? You just never know!

03-02-2010, 09:59 AM	#19
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,856 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 303 Thanked 1,039 Times in 758 Posts	Most everyone already has a pair of sneakers, so for just 15-bucks you can purchase a Wal-Mart tennis raquet (as low as $13) and a can of three yellow tennis balls (as low as $1.50), and go hit the free, and available Meredith tennis courts. Tennis....definately, a sport that BURNS the CALORIES......way more than playing golf, as golf is really just an activity and not a sport! With six public hard surface all-weather courts, the Meredith public facility almost never has more than three courts in use at any one time. To find them, take a drive way down the dirt road just beyond the bowling alley. When does Meredith tennis get going this spring....probably as soon as the snow gets melted...as two of the nets are already in place....smash!