Monday, March 16, 2009

Left out...

Recently I decided to eliminate all forms of caffeine, including decaf coffee, most teas & even chocolate (GASP!) from my daily life, as it was doing some really lousy things to my system. Now if you've ever tried to "quit" something you really enjoy, you know how hard it is, to stay with it. It's only been a week and a couple days, and already I'm finding myself craving a delicious mocha, or even just plain hot chocolate...

But what I'm finding to be the hardest part is the whole culture that seems to surround caffeine consumption. Take for instance: getting together with a friend. How many times have you been asked to "go get some water"? No, it's "Let's get coffee sometime, or get a Coke." And admit it, don't you feel part of the in-crowd, as you balance your triple-shot, no-foam, Venti cappuccino in one hand, and your laptop in the other???

I guess all I can say is, in the long run, I should feel better,health-wise, and my bank account will probably thank me. In the meantime, I will just have to be satisfied with enjoying the wonderful aroma of the coffee shops, while trying to find a decent herbal tea that doesn't taste like feet. Wish me luck!

2 comments:

Stephanie said...

i hope you notice some improvements in your health. you are a strong woman.. i couldn't do it! decaf too, huh? i love coffee not necessarily for the caffeine, i honestly just love the taste of plain black coffee.

hang in there.. enjoy your tea! :/

xo

Melinda said...

Soon it will be warm enough that you could get a Jamba or Booster Juice and sit outside and visit. Hang in there! I think that I have been invited to a coffee house all of maybe 6 times...ever. 2 were with you!