Another Comment Round-up, Pre Weekend!

So, in my attempt to be a better citizen of the Blogosphere, I have been attempting to be more touchy-feely and responsive to the comments that you leave me. (All of which tickle me and push all the right buttons, except the ones that tell me I suck, which thankfully don't come along too often.) So, today I take to me desk to see what I can do about answering all your pressing questions, as well as commenting on your comments on my comments.

First up is Courtney:

"While I totally agree about your disdain for all things trendy (Crocs?! You would have to PAY me to wear them!), I am selfishly glad that you are participating in Vegan MoFo because I so enjoy reading your posts! Even if you never did answer my question about vegan Worcestershire sauce...:o)"

Ah, my dear Courtney, (whom I already love because you have the same name as my child.) I did notice your question, and had every intention in answering it. However, I am the Comsumate Procrastinator, and I am ashamed to say life intruded and I forgot. I personally bought my sauce at this little hole-in-the-wall natural food store that smelled like yeasty feet. The name is escaping me, but I don't think you'll be coming to Halifax anytime soon. You can buy it at several different internet stores, such as this one.

Next up is this comment from Lindy Loo:

"Just one more endorsement for the diva cup:Although the $33 may seem pricey initially, when you consider the fact that it can last you up to, like, 8 years, and that's 8-years of not having to spend $5 a month on tampons, well--just think of how much of that tampon-money you could use for beer instead! ; )"

Ok, Lindy Loo. You got me on that one. Even me, who is quasi-retarded mathematically can dig the financial benefit of the Diva Cup, (if it works out.) I spent $43. I spend about $7 a month to deal with Aunt Flo. That means that I will be rolling in beer money by March as I skip my way past the feminine protection aisle.

Next, let's hear from Amey:

"ha ha!your husband with the instructions is classic! heehee. It gives me the giggles. Give the cup a little time. It took me a little while to get the hang of it. but now i love it."

Thanks Amey. My husband would agree that he is most definitely a classic. He also loves to go bra shopping with me, by the way. He's convinced that I wear the wrong cup size, just based on his spatial and mathematical abilities. I would think it was odd for a man to be so interested in ladies undergarments, but since his interest begins and ends with brassieres, (he's not into panties) I'll just assume he's a breast man and not secretly wearing my lingerie when I'm out of the house.

Pink Dogwood had this to say:

"You mentioned elimination diet... something I am about to embark on. I was planning on simply going vegan and gluten-free. Any recommendations? Any tips or pointers on a helpful guide/website/book/etc?? Many thanks!!"

Hey, Pink Dogwood! Thanks for visiting. I don't think I've seen your name before. Welcome to the Chateau de Moi. As for the Elimination Diet, this book by Jonn Matsen is good. It's a little cutsey, but puts everything in terms that everyone can understand. As for veganism, try this book. Good Luck!

Barbara left a comment too:

"I've made seitan once and I just couldn't over that vital wheat glutenish taste of it, husband was happy with it I gagged it down really? Does the recipe you use which I do own that book is the taste over powering or does it taste alot like the flavors you add into it? I would love to make my own 'fake' meatish things but I'm a bit terrified of vital wheat gluten. Thanks!"

Hey there Barbara, how's it hanging? Umm, not sure what you mean by wheat-glutenish taste. I really don't find that seitan has a taste really, other than the taste of what you add to it. Boil it in motor oil, it will taste like motor oil. The recipe in Sarah Kramer's cookbook is a great one because it's simple and quick. I make the chicken flavour, cook it for just ten minutes in the oven after boiling, let it cool, then coat it with Nayonnaise and a mixture of Panko, flour and spices and fry it. I haven't met an omnivore yet who didn't love seitan cooked that way. The last time my in-laws were here, they snarfed it up like it was going out of style.

Now, that's it for me this week. I totally have to toddle off now and get ready for the weekend. Among other things, I am helping with a cadet expedition. The cadets hike eighteen kilometres with all their gear, I drive the safety truck and hand out water. (It's the only job they could find for me cuz I'm still a gimp.)

Sunday afternoon, I have an extra-special event to attend with my family. I'd love to tell y'all about it, but it's a surprise. I haven't even told the brats. I'll fill you all in on the details on Monday.

I'll leave you with this totally random picture of me at a Hallowe'en bash this summer. I'm dressed as myself in fifty years. Clearly, you can see that I will be gorgeous.

Have a great weekend everyone!