I recently spent two days traveling to Washington, DC and back to Massachusetts to help my sister move into her new place. I didn't realize just how inconvenient this diet was until I was without a kitchen and fridge for a few days. Without endless freezer packs that never get cold, I was left with beef jerky to snack on (and a few slim jims - not great options, but will do in a pinch). So, I downed my latte (no sugar) and water and hoped for the best.
We drove through the night to avoid traffic, and other than two coffees/lattes, I was fine. It wasn't until about 10:30 the next morning that my stomach started to rumble. I was faced with options like ramen and canned soups, two things I cannot eat on this diet lo-carb, lo-sugar diet. Not the healthiest option, but I settled for fast food that everyone else wanted and ate a burger without the bun. I needed something more substantial than a salad while working.
Yes, in hindsight I could have gone to the grocery store and bought what I needed, but in moments of frenzied activity, with exhausted and frustrated family members, mountains of boxes and no unpacked kitchen supplies, convenience trumps all. You make do with what you have. Next time, I'll have to come up with a few other alternatives to fast food, coffee and beef jerky.
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