Shopping

So today (the 17th actually), I went shopping with my mother. She actually set out to go food shop on her own but remembering what my initial experience was like.. I could not let her go. Now, remember this person is not Celiac but has chosen to be gluten free in the house for me. She had done some research on which food brands were gluten free. I told her that although they say they are (GF), you still have to read the label, every time. It is hard to explain this to people. I have to though, cause I dont want them to think I am being crazy reading the labels every time. The best way I could think is to say, "gluten is a cheap protein they use to keep the foods consitancy". Most people seem to get that. Although I made it up, but whatever. So maybe 5 minutes into shopping, she's stressed. Poor Mom, I chuckle but offer encouraging words and chuckle again. I know thats mean but come on... I've been there. My mother even read somewhere that the food should not be put on the conveyor belt. I told her that its too early to be crazy. haha.

Do you know how hard it is to tell someone who is not celiac that one of the foods they picked up is not okay? Oh, tough, I'll tell you that. I let her get away with a few things. The house is not completely gluten free and I'll break it to her another time. As long as I am not the one ingesting these items.. who does it hurt, you know?

Maybe to some of, I sound optimistic and carefree but it's still really hard. I try to pack a big lunch for work. That way, I have plenty of food. I pack something sweet, protein, carbs, etc.. Who knows what you'll be in the mood for and if I crave something and deprive myslef of that item.. things will be bad. It's like going on a diet and craving chocolate. You can't deprive yourself, or you'll just break down. Well, breaking down is not an option for us Celiacs. Breaking down means paying the price and paying the price ultimately means death. Harsh I know, I wrote it.

Soon enough I'll be giving out advice on what is a good lunch to pack. I'm still learning remember. Just bring enough to keep yourself happy. You may look like a pig at first but think of it this way... as people say, oh wow if you cant eat all this stuff then what CAN you eat?? and you show up with a huge lunch bag... who's jealous now?? haha