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. thinking out loud #80 .

May 29, 2014 by Amanda @ .running with spoons. 124 Comments

Happy #thinkingoutloud Thursday! No idea what I’m going on about? Click here!

Thinking-Out-Loud

1. I must have a sign written on me that says: “Hey! Come sit with me!” because I’m running 3 days in a row now where people have asked to share my booth in Starbucks. In fact, as we speak there’s a gentleman sitting across from me that I did not come here with and that I do not know. Yesterday it was a lady with a stack of books, and the day before that, an older man with a newspaper crossword. At least today’s uninvited guest offered to buy me a coffee… which I didn’t accept because I already had one, but it’s the thought that counts.

Sneaky Coffee Selfie

#sneakyselfie

2. Can we talk about how awkward and ridiculous toes feel when they’re not painted? I can go without painting my fingernails, but my toes always have to have a pop of colour on them otherwise they won’t see the light of day. I wanted to wear flip-flops the other day, but I had taken off my polish the night before without putting on a new coat. Needless to say, I stuffed my feet into socks and sneakers.

3. Speaking of nail polish… I somehow overlooked my right thumb when I was taking off my polish the other day, and didn’t even notice until the end of the day. This is like the time I almost walked out of the house with only one pair of eyelashes painted. I’m a lost cause.

4. I’m also prone to random bouts of boredom, which cause me to do strange things. In one of my latest ones, I spent some time typing the beginning of random questions into the Google search bar to see what popped up. Here are some of my favourites…

GS Why Does My

GS Is It Murder

GS Why Do I

GS I Get Excited

5. But the real question I have to ask is why the heck has comment spam been so insane lately?!

Spam Comments

6. So I went to the store to buy crispy rice cereal and came home with all this…

Extra Groceries

#storyofmylife

7. … but it was more than worth it because I needed another batch of rice krispie treats in my life, stat…

Mixing Krispies

8. I also need an effective way to wage war on the fruit flies that have started infiltrating my kitchen. I love the warmer weather, but I’m not a fan of the little flies that attack my bananas and seem to spawn from thin air.

9. And because it wouldn’t be a random post without some random facts, voila…

RF Coffee Air Freshners

RF Blood Meringue

RF Twerk

RF Bill Gates

RF Antisocial

1. I should probably be upset with them for being sneaky, but instead I really want to know where I can find some.
2. This is a perfect example of one of those things that CAN be done, but should NOT be done.
3. … which makes me lose a little more faith in humanity as a whole.
4. Can you even imagine going to sleep at night and waking up the next morning $4 million richer? I can’t…
5. Amen.

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  1. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:30 am

    #4 – Hahahaha – that’s too funny – still better than some of the questions my daughter has asked Siri! Gah #6 happens to me just about all the time I go into a Trader Joes! I think I need blinders on when I go into that store! And #9 random fact #1 (uber fact) now if only they would make that air freshener available to the public…
    Happy Thursday Lovely lady!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      I had some other real winning questions, but I try to keep things PG on the blog 😆

      Reply
  2. Nichole says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:39 am

    I feel the same way about my toes! I seriously can’t remember the last time they went polish-less… Theres just something about it that doesn’t look right! I’m not okay with it lol. – I don’t know anything to get rid of fruit flies specifically but my family has gotten ants buttons before to put in the cupboards I wonder if they have something similar for fruit flies? – Those random searches are just great! I got a chuckle out of them. I’ve never done it on purpose but I always scan when I am typing! Have a great day!

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  3. Lauren says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:47 am

    Has your hair got lighter or is that the sun shining on it? Either way it looks really pretty!
    I cannot believe twerk has been added to the dictionary – what is this world coming to?
    I am so the same re 6 – go in for cinnamon – buy so much stuff.
    As for coffee air freshener there is a Supermarket here called Sainsburys and I swear they pump the bakery smell around the shop and out onto the streets – smells insane!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      Just the sun shining on it 🙂 Although it probably does get a few shades lighter in the summer!

      Reply
  4. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:59 am

    If I came to that starbucks and I wanted your seat, I’d just swing by with a peanut butter jar.

    I thought my spam was bad…yours…another damn world. Twerk it out.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:47 pm

      I’d throw a cat at you.

      Reply
  5. Miss Polkadot says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:08 am

    Ha! I always suspected Starbucks – and many other similar stores – to do that. It’s the reason why Subway [where I used to work] places their ovens close to the doors so the scent of the freshly baked bread lures hungry people in. I still walk past the store I worked in every day and yes, it’s enticing.
    And yes, fruit flies. I was working on a new ‘currently’ post and they are the bane of my existence right now. Along with… ants. Ugh. I think these are even worse because they don’t just stay in the kitchen. However, one of the upsides of the nasty weather we’re experiencing right now is the disappearance of the little buggers.
    About #3: the reverse thing happened to me the last time I painted my nails. For whichever reason I forgot my right ring finger. Luckily in the evening so I still had time to remedy the situation the next morning when I noticed.
    Happy Thursday!

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  6. Michele @paleorunningmomm says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:17 am

    I try to limit grocery trips and if I need just a couple of things I wait, because stopping for 1 thing always leads to 20 and then I just run out of something else the next day! And fruit flies in warm weather are gross and bother me as well!

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  7. Anoushé says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:29 am

    Ok so those questions made me laugh.. Is it murder if it’s on the moon? and why do I fart so much? (My dad might actually ask that..) My parents have become major “google askers” but those questions are hilarious+ Oh and the cereal eating one, that meme is hilarious!
    And yes, I am kind of disappointed that derp is in the dictionary.. twerk and selfie have been used so much I can slowly understand wanting to add it so the notorious squiggly line doesn’t appear, but derp?!

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  8. meredith @ The Cookie ChRUNicles says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:58 am

    I cannot recall the last time my nails on either my fingers or my toes went without polish for more than the amount of time it takes for the manicurist to do the manicure and pedicure. I know they say your nails should breathe but since I never notice any yellowing of the nail, I just keep on polishing.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:48 pm

      I notice mine staining sometimes, but it usually only happens if I wear an orange or red based polish. Weird… and nasty looking 😆

      Reply
  9. Kayla @ Blondes Have More Run says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:02 am

    Some of these had me giggling to myself behind my computer screen! The first one about random people coming and sitting with you was one of them. I also agree on the nail thing. Nails can be chipping, completely bare, look totally awful, but my toenails must be manicured…always. I think it’s because feet and toes are ugly enough as so as it is. I enjoyed reading this post 🙂

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  10. Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:05 am

    Well I would burn a coffee scented candle so I guess the air fresher isn’t so bad! Also you are in starbucks anyway if you smell it so you are probably sitting with some coffee based drink! Now if they blasted the smell outside then there may be something wrong with that!

    Also that google search bar made me worry and also a bit sad – I can’t believe some people are searching for those things! Although eating imaginary cereal made me laugh out loud! 🙂

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  11. Megan @ Meg Go Run says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:15 am

    I feel the same about toenail polish. They must be painted if they are exposed. This is also due to the fact that I have “runners” feet and don’t even have all of my toenails, so I must paint fake toenails on hehe. Happy Thursday, Amanda!

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  12. Brynn says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:18 am

    I cannot stand to have naked toes! If they aren’t painted, they do not see the light of day.

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  13. Khushboo says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:20 am

    I’d happily share my Starbucks booth for free coffee…priorities right ;)! I couldn’t agree more about toenails- I rarely paint my nails (even when I go for manicures) but I just can’t go naked on the toenails. Right now I have red on but I’m thinking I might change them to a hot pink in honor of summer! I feel like toenails & trainers are one of the few things I can get away wearing neon/totally bright…haha gosh I’m random today ;)!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:50 pm

      Did you ever rock bright neon jackets/pants when you were growing up in the 90’s? ‘Cause I know I did! Along with scrunchies 😆

      Reply
  14. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:22 am

    My toes always have to be painted too! But never my finger nails!
    I have been getting gallons of spam too, but just on this one old post. Very annoying!

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  15. TiffLovesweatandbeers says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:27 am

    Thank goodness dwerp is in the dictionary because I guess I’ve got to look that one up.

    People probably want to sit with you because you’re so darn pretty. 🙂 Yay for free coffee!

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  16. Carmy says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:28 am

    I think it’s time you get the “you can’t sit with us!” shirt and start wearing it to Starbucks 😉 haha

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:51 pm

      That would be perfect! Except for the fact that I’m usually sitting alone so the “us” part would make it seem like I have multiple personalities or something 😆

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      • Carmy says

        May 29, 2014 at 3:57 pm

        That might just scare them off so you’ll get the table to yourself! 😉

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  17. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:33 am

    STOP #4 lololol my college roommate and I did that for a solid hour once–I was peeing my pants. Oh, and toenails without polish….terrible. Mine haaaave to be painted at all times.

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  18. Tina Muir says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:35 am

    Hehe! I am thinking back to the nail polish one….especially with my gross runners feet, I definitely do not feel right without some kind of nail polish on there. Coral is my favorite at the moment. Loving the uber facts as always!

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  19. Chelsea says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:43 am

    I am going today to hunt down some puffed rice to make your crispy bars. < mainly because my husband just consumed an entire ($5 dollar) box of prepackaged ones in one sitting. I told him we needed to make them on our own. 🙂
    I don't always have to have my toes painted. But! When I do paint them…it stays on FOREVER! Seriously. My finger nails will only last…1 day. Toe nails? A month.
    Now I want to paint my toes 🙂
    Happy Thursday!!

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  20. Meg @ A Dash of Meg says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:45 am

    HAHA I was just explaining to my fiancé what you said about unpainted toes!!!!!!!!! oh I feel ya girl!!!!!!!!!!

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  21. [email protected] says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:58 am

    I think I also have that face. I will be standing at the bus and people will always come up and talk to me, but about very personal matters. I am never 100% sure how to… address the issues that they present to me O.o. I also do that on Google – the things people search terrifies me!! But I kinda like it

    lovely post girl xo

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  22. Brittany says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:59 am

    YES to the toe nail polish. I took mine off last night and I feel so naked. Must paint, stat! What the hell… twerk cannot be in the dictionary. That’s just not right.. hahah

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  23. Andrea @ Pencils and Pancakes says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:06 am

    LMAO when I get excited I eat invisible cereal…..that just made my day

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:52 pm

      Right?!?! 😆 Like what the heck?! Apparently it’s a pretty popular meme that’s been going around.

      Reply
  24. Hollie says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:08 am

    Was it crowded in the Starbucks? I find it interesting people just came and sat with you…each to their own though.

    I cannot deal with unpainted nails either. It just weirds and grosses me out.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:53 pm

      It was pretty crowded, yah, so I guess I can understand. But there were still other people sitting alone in their booths!

      Reply
  25. Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:20 am

    Oh my gosh, the spam has been NUTS on my blog lately too. It’s driving me crazy!!

    Reply
  26. Heather @fitncookies says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:22 am

    I have to have my toes painted, too. Some people think I’m crazy for keeping up with them during the winter, but it’s just me. Won’t be changing anytime soon, ha. Have you heard about the coffee order at Starbucks that was $54? I feel like this is some random info you’d like to know 🙂 haha It was like 60 espresso shots or something. best thing is that it was free because he is a gold member and he chose that as his free drink. Smart guy…

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:54 pm

      My mom was actually telling me about that the other day, and omigosh I can’t even imagine. Is that even safe? Like… wouldn’t that much caffeine kill you? 😆

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  27. Sarah says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:25 am

    So you can rest assured that the coffee scent from Starbucks IS actually coffee – unless they do thing differently in Canada. I used to work for the company and we were actually not allowed to wear anything scented because it could “interfere” with the coffee smell. And all their high powered ovens in the independently standing stores (as in no the ones in bookstores and Targets etc.) are all designed to keep as much of the food smell inside the oven rather than let it out into the air. Anyway, the company does as much as it can to let the coffee smell be the predominant smell in the cafes! It would, however, be nice to find a candle that could replicate it so well! And as far as your table companions go – have you tried going dressed in your pjamas or less “together” shall we say? I’d be curious if you get as many companions if you looked more disheveled. Or maybe start talking to yourself out loud and see if that scared them away. Ha ha. I say it’s people experiment time!

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  28. Heather @ PrettyHealthyMostoftheTIme says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:26 am

    I hear ya on the toes thing but I never paint my fingernails. I think the only time I got a manicure was my wedding day … .like 5 years ago! Do the people at Starbucks at least leave you alone and let you work?

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:55 pm

      They do, yeah, but I still can’t help but feeling a little cramped, ya know? It’s like a total invasion of personal space!

      Reply
  29. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:29 am

    My question is, were you actively trying to kill them with you r scariness? Or was it just your face? whompwhoooommp

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  30. Jaclyn @ BumpSweat says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:29 am

    I once heard that if Bill Gates stumbled upon a $100 bill while walking along, it wouldn’t be worth his time to stop and pick it up, because he makes more in that teeny short amount of time. Crazy!

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  31. Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:46 am

    …..you mean I shouldn’t make you blood meringue next week? Fine, I guess…. :-p
    I legit cannot stop laughing at the ‘is it murder if’. I dunno about the moon one though, I guess there’s no laws up there?
    And YES on the spam thing, I’ve given up trying to peek through it for legit comments that got spammed. So weird.
    And thank you for the reminder to paint my toes – must get on that soon.

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  32. Pip {Cherries & Chisme} says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:00 am

    “When I get excited I eat invisible cereal”, yes this is a habit I often fall into…?!?!

    So with you on the naked toes, it’s almost like going out without a top!!

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  33. Jessie says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:01 am

    They may be sitting with you, but at least they don’t sound like complete creepes. They could try playing footsies with you & starring at all the wrong areas… if you know what I mean. GROSS!

    When it comes to your spam, I had to uninstall my spam plugin and reinstall it. Havent had a problem since 🙂

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:56 pm

      True story with the footsies! Although sometimes they do end up accidentally nudging me, and it’s like.. whoa 😯 And I’ve had someone else mention the spam plugin… might have to try that.

      Reply
  34. Lindsay @ Shiny Love Affair says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:24 am

    The same thing happens to me every time I go to Whole Foods to pick up one thing. $80 later I’m walking out with a bag of goodies which usually includes a $10 juice and a $17 salad. God, I’m a sucker!

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  35. Sarah says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:28 am

    I am in need of money so I plan to go into business selling invisible cereal to excited people. I figure my expenses will be low so there will be a pretty high profit margin…

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:57 pm

      😆 That’s just brilliant.

      Reply
  36. Shannon says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:30 am

    HAHA, “Why do I fart so much?!” Sorry, the juvenile in me thinks that’s HILARIOUS.
    I need to buy that brand of dates. They look so great! And I can’t find them anywhere. Thoughts?
    Also, I blogged about your Rice Krispies recipe. I need to make it. I’m dyyying for them!
    And can I be Bill Gates for a day? Ok thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      Awwr girl I have no idea — sorry! I just find them in my regular grocery store, and thank goodness because they’re one of the few brands that don’t contain traces of nuts!

      Reply
  37. Ms.J says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:31 am

    I need another shot of the hair! Is it just the lack of sleep or am I really seeing a new gorgeous shade? That could be a factor – like flies to honey. Or is it bees to nectar!?
    Since we are celebrating randomness: why did I never dunk frozen banana into nut butter AND chocolate chips before right now!? Mind blowing 😀 .

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 3:59 pm

      Hehe I think it’s just the way the sun was shining through the window — my hair is still a dark brown. Although it does get a few shades lighter in the summer!

      Reply
  38. JenB says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:34 am

    I’ve never been to Starbucks, never had coffee … and I actually do NOT like the smell at all. I know I’m in the minority here 🙂

    I have no color confidence … not with clothes, lipstick, or even polish on toes. I will do them up, but still keep them pretty subdued. Then really need a little something right now! I live in bare feet & sandals, regardless of how my toes look. I can’t stand wearing sneakers unless absolutely necessary.

    I guess that’s the benefits of having a baby blog … no problems with spam at all! 🙂

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  39. Jess says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:45 am

    I have the same problem with people wanting to sit with me. I don’t usually mind but some days you just want a break. That’s nice that today’s guest offered coffee, though!

    This is so funny—I wrote about nail polish today too! Totally agree with what you said about not having polish on your toes. Now that you mention it, I literally can’t remember a time when I didn’t have some color on there. Weird.

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  40. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:45 am

    WHY ARE YOU GOOGLING ABOUT MURDER?!?!?! Should I be concerned? Should I call the cops?!?! What is going on Spoons?!?

    Reply
  41. Sam @ The Running Graduate says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:57 am

    Ugh, fruit flies! The dorm I lived in during my second year of college had an infestation of them – it was gross! I wish I had some tips for getting rid of them – but swatting at them will get easier with time!
    #4 is hilarious. I will definitely need to do that sometime. And those popchips – yum! How can someone not eat the whole bag at once?

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  42. Megan @ The Skinny-Life says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:59 am

    That’s funny about Starbucks! The same stuff happens to me and it’s always a really old man. Then he hits on me which is weird. I always wonder why it isn’t a younger cute guy.

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:03 pm

      😆 And here I was thinking I was the only one who had that kind of bad luck…

      Reply
  43. Lindsay @brokeandbougie says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:14 am

    Found you listed on another blogs linkups and just LOVE your blog! I could stay all day!

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:04 pm

      Aww well thanks Lindsay! That’s super sweet of ya 😀

      Reply
  44. Emma @ Life's A Runner says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:20 am

    So, I am the exact. same. with toes. I literally went 1+ year without painting my nails, but my toes have not seen the light of day since maaaaaaybe grade seven? I think it’s mostly because my feet are just so ugly that I have to redeem them somehow. 😉

    My spam has been unreal too…I always just delete them all individually. Are you telling me that there is a way to NOT?!

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  45. cait @pieceofcait says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:34 am

    I have to have my toes painted too, it’s just too weird for me. I always seem to go to the store for one thing and leave with 5! haha. happy almost weekend!

    Reply
  46. Morganne @ NutButterRunner says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:36 am

    Can we talk about how beautiful that “sneaky selfie” is? Seriously. Teach me your ways. Oh and could I go to sleep and wake up with 4 million? That would be quite nice!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      Oh girl, don’t EVEN! You’re gorgeous!

      Reply
  47. Hilary says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:52 am

    I am the same exact way with toenail polish! I can’t stand it for some reason but I never want to paint them haha it is a love hate relationship!

    Reply
  48. Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:53 am

    Haha those google questions kill me! I also like reading through my spam folder on occasion because there are some really funny ones.
    Sometimes I wonder why I don’t make $4 million in my sleep. I should’ve majored in computer science in college instead of communications!

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  49. Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:02 am

    How weird is it to sit with a stranger in your booth? Do they try to talk to you? I am terrible and would probably be annoyed because when I go to a coffee shop to work..I’m there to work.

    Going to the store for one thing has never EVER worked for me! Especially going to Target!! I come out with nailpolish and a new workout clothes when I go for bread. Ha.

    PS I get to see you at blend next week!!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:12 pm

      Thankfully they leave me alone for the most part, but it still feels a little cramped, ya know? And omigosh I can’t even believe it’s one week away. Can.not.WAIT.

      PS – be prepared for a rib crusher — this girl’s a hugger! :mrgreen:

      Reply
  50. Kadee-Cat says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:06 am

    Have you seen the picture of the excited guy eating invisible cereal?? I love it!!

    My Mom sells this scented wax stuff (similar to Scentsy) that has a coffee scent; unfortunately it smells more like used Folgers grinds than any Starbucks I’ve ever smelled. :/ womp.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:13 pm

      I have! 😆 I had to click on it because I honestly couldn’t believe it was a search term. Freaking laughed for a good 10 minutes.

      Reply
  51. Chelsea @ A Fit LittleOne says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:12 am

    Those coffee shops are just smart cookies. And that is odd that all those people seem to keep sitting with you. I would be looking for a sign on the booth that says something like, “Two people must sit here”. And you should try sitting somewhere else, just to see if they try to sit with you. Maybe a lot of people just really like the booth you’re in :). And it still amazes me the words they put into the dictionary *sigh*.

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  52. Ann says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:28 am

    You can cover your bananas with a dish cloth to get rid of/avoid those fruit flies!

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  53. Cassie says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:40 am

    You can buy fruit fly traps – they really work! I think there is some other method, too, but I forget what it is off the top of my head….

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    • Melissa says

      May 29, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      A friend of mine got Venus Fly Traps — they were kind of cool, not going to lie!

      Reply
  54. Lauren says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:43 am

    You should look at all of your booth visitors as a good thing! Obviously, you have a great aura about you which makes people feel they are comfortable asking to share a seat with you :o)

    I just had the toe nail polish dilemma last week when it FINALLY got warm enough to wear flops. Then, I talked my mom into getting her FIRST ever pedicure. Lets just say she couldn’t stop talking about how great she felt… I believe we’ll be back for more ;o)

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:13 pm

      Confession: I’ve never had a pedicure 😳 And… do you wanna share a booth with me?!?!?! 😀

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  55. Jodi says

    May 29, 2014 at 8:58 am

    haha!! Oh Amanda…I SOOOOOOOOOOO hear you about the stranger-danger!! No matter where on this planet I go, strangers approach me!! We must give off a good vibe…
    Second, I laughed right out loud at your search questions!! hahahahaha!! “Why does my…pee stink” LMAOOOOO omg that will stay with me for a while!!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:14 pm

      😆 Maybe they’ve been eating too much asparagus 😆

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  56. Sky @ The Blonde In Black says

    May 29, 2014 at 9:00 am

    I never go without nail polish on my toes. Not even during the winter. It bugs me too much to even go without it for a day!
    You must have a warm and friendly glow about you that makes people feel comfortable sharing space with you! And I have those same exact Chia seeds!

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  57. Ellie says

    May 29, 2014 at 9:12 am

    That fact about blood and egg whites…EW! This is a great T.O.L.

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  58. Lauren @ LoveChocolateLife says

    May 29, 2014 at 9:39 am

    hahah I LOVE seeing what comes up in the google search bar.. always entertaining.. Also.. not a fan of when people sit by me and want to start having a conversation, unless that is I am in the mood too lolol 🙂

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  59. Polly @ Tasty Food Project says

    May 29, 2014 at 10:12 am

    Haha, I feel the same way about painted toes! It’s just so awkward for me to walk outside with flip flops or sandals when my toes aren’t painted! However, I dislike painting them to due to laziness! lol. Oh the irony!!

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  60. Ashley @ Brocblog says

    May 29, 2014 at 10:34 am

    I am way obsessed with having my tonails painted. I feel like my feet look like man feet without pretty toenails so I dont dare wear sandals without some polish.

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  61. Chelsea @ Chelsea Eats Treats says

    May 29, 2014 at 10:53 am

    Omg….those Google searches!!

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  62. Stacey M. says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:14 am

    YES to the unpainted toenails! I will not show my feet without painted nails either … but I hardly ever paint my fingernails. I guess it has something to do with the fact that I’m not really a huge fan of feet to begin with.
    I’m really going to have to try your rice krispie treats recipe … I’ve been craving those things like MAD for a while now, but I’m just too lazy to go out and get the ingredients. Also … I hate the marshmallow stickiness that’s left in the pot when I’m done. Yours on the other hand? No sticky marshmallow mess and peanut butter is involved? Count. me. in.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:16 pm

      I’m not a huge fan of feet either — they skeeve me out. And I love that polish seems to stay on them FOREVER, whereas it chips in about an hour when I wear it on my fingers 😡

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  63. Kat says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:37 am

    I don’t think my toe nails have ever NOT been polished. They just look so….wrong when they are naked. My hands have to go a good chunk of time because I have such brittle nails, but my toes? Never NOT painted!

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  64. Maria says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:37 am

    Oh my goodness…if you ever find a solution to number 8, you have to let us know. Seriously how do fruit flies just appear out of nowhere like that?!

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  65. Missy says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:47 am

    You probably have a really friendly, open aura! People pick up on that.
    Also? You’re pretty. (0:
    I think that helps a lot too. Or hinders? LOL.

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  66. [email protected] Apple of My Eye says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:52 am

    That’s so weird that people ask to sit next to you in starbucks… I usually will avoid that at all costs unless there’s no other seating available. Just call me antisocial, but hey, I like to enjoy my lattes in peace! Also, looking gorgeous! Did you dye your hair? It looks lighter than usual :). And story of my life with your trip to the grocery store. every. single. time. I’ll make a list and then completely stray away from it because those 5 million jars of nut butter look so good and hey, that’s a new brand of cereal! Must eat!
    Going of the Bill Gates fun fact, I read somewhere that if there was a 5,000 dollar bill on the ground he would actually LOSE money by picking it up since he would lose those 3 seconds of his time… hmm

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:17 pm

      Aww thanks love! And nope — hair is still dark brown. I think that’s just the magic of too much light coming in from the window and a crappy macbook camera.

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  67. Anna says

    May 29, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    HAHAHA love those google questions. I do that to cure boredom sometimes, as well. I especially love the third one. And don’t even get me started on those fruit flies – they are EVERYWHERE. Where do they come from?!

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  68. Brianna says

    May 29, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    I must be one of the suckers that falls for the coffee scented air fresheners. Oh well, it’s aromatherapy at it’s finest 🙂

    I’m not sure when I’ve actually gone to a grocery store and ONLY walked out with what I needed to get. Maybe once when picking up bananas. Something else always catches my eye.

    Some of the things that pop up as I’m searching on google can be kind of scary. Seriously.

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  69. Melissa says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    Hahaha, oh my goodness those search results…and those are THE MOST SEARCHED – like how many people eat invisible cereal when they’re excited? Or want to murder someone on the moon/their clone. I didn’t even realize that many people had clones 😉
    I should start reading your Thursday posts before I begin my own, I feel a lot more light hearted after a fun read instead of after my morning work meeting!!!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:18 pm

      The invisible cereal one is actually a pretty hilarious meme that’s been going around — I definitely recommend looking it up if you want a good laugh 🙂

      Reply
  70. Karen @ Kama Fitness says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:15 pm

    lmao! Those google pics are awesome, it’s so funny the stuff that pops up sometimes. Makes me wonder why these things are even on the net. lol!
    p.s. Super cute selfie! xx

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  71. lindsay says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    remind me to snuggle up against you in a starbucks booth at blend. hehe

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  72. She Rocks Fitness says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:28 pm

    Have you ever made your coffee and forgot to add the water? The sad part is I always prepare my coffee the night before and the fact that I forgot the water then is pretty sad. I guess it shows how tired I am after a long day of work. Oh well!

    Reply
  73. hjones646 says

    May 29, 2014 at 1:37 pm

    Seriously?! “is it murder if you kill ur clone” is really a frequent search?? lmao to funny!

    Reply
  74. Alisha @ Alisha's Appetite says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    That is a lot of spam!! I’ve been avoiding my chipped toenails for a week now….this just gave me the reminder I needed. Painting those babies tonight!

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  75. Emily says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:35 pm

    Holy spam…how annoying!
    At least you remembered the rice crisps at the store! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gone for one single item and left with everything but…

    And I’ve had people ask to share my table at Starbucks quite a few times too. Like, it’s awkward…but what am I going to say? No?

    xo

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 4:19 pm

      😆 I know, right?! I always -DO- want to say no, but I don’t want to feel like a jerk… especially if there’s nowhere else to sit.

      Reply
  76. Sarah @ Sarah Sincerely says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    Ummm….bloody meringue – gross. However, not wanting to deal with the drama – heck yes! And that’s weird that people want to invade your booth. I mean, I have no doubt you’re great company and probably look very nice and inviting, but still…

    Reply
  77. Christina (Sisters Running the Kitchen) says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    spam is the worst!

    those google searches…they are so depressing! haha

    so funny about your starbucks encounters. is it just really busy with no open seats? in that case- that is not so weird but if there is another open seat…. why the heck are u sitting with me lol

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 7:20 pm

      Yeaaaah it’s usually pretty busy, which is why I don’t say no — I’d kind of feel like a jerk!

      Reply
  78. Heather says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    So do you think the invisible cereal eaters drink their cereal milk or throw it out? : p

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 7:21 pm

      😆 I think they just keep adding more cereal 😉

      Reply
  79. Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm

    Unpainted toe nails give me the heebie jeebies too, even though I’ve worn open-toed shoes with them before myself. But there comes a time when a dancer’s toes are just too ugly for eyes to see.
    I must guard my bananas against the dreaded fruit flies as well…one of the worst parts about summer.

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  80. Lisa @ Running out of Wine says

    May 29, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    Who is searching for getting excited and eating invisible cereal!? Who even thinks to search for something like that!
    I think worse than the unpainted toes for me is when I have a black toe nail. I need to keep dark purple polish on my toes for months because it takes forever to grow out/fall off.

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 29, 2014 at 7:23 pm

      I ended up following up on that one because, yeah, I had no idea either… and it turns out that it’s actually a pretty hilarious meme that’s been floating around. Definitely check it out if you want a good laugh 🙂

      Reply
  81. Coco says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    I think I can help you with your fruit fly situation!!! I had a nasty infestation last summer (the guy who was subletting my apartment thought it was okay to leave bananas out until they turned black) and this totally did the trick. Pretty much you just take a cup, add some apple cider vinegar, a few drops of dish soap, and just leave it on your counter. The flies just dive right on in! I put a couple out around my house and within 2 days the fruit flies were all gone!!

    http://lifehacker.com/5635971/lifehacker-labs-capture-fruit-flies-with-a-cup-and-apple-cider-vinegar

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      May 30, 2014 at 4:37 am

      Thanks for the tip, Coco! I was wondering how effective those homemade traps were, and I’m definitely going to be trying it out!

      Reply
  82. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    May 29, 2014 at 9:15 pm

    OMFG AGREED ABOUT THE COMMENT SPAM! What’s driving me annoying is that a lot of going into my PENDING section! I don’t care about Hair Growth Formulas and Penis Enlargements! LOL!

    I also couldn’t agree with you more about naked toe nails! Super awkward. I cannot go without colors on my little piggies!

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  83. [email protected] says

    June 1, 2014 at 2:27 pm

    My Spam has been out of control too lately. I don’t have 17,000, but I’m getting several hundred a day which was way more than usual. It’s also a pain in my arse to go through them all.

    Pour some apple cider vinegar and a smidgeon of dish soup in a glass and place it by the bananas. It’ll take a day or two, but it’ll solve the fruit fly problem. I pretty much have a jar of this on m counters all summer long. Between the bananas and my CSA produce it’s a necessity.

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  84. Shannon B. says

    June 12, 2014 at 8:25 pm

    I’m lactose intolerant, but thankfully no allergies! And I’ve been flying looooong distances (think 12 hour flights) since I was 4 due to my dad’s job, so flying is second hand to me. 😉

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