I always title my blog post once I’ve finished writing it. By the end, I am usually able to come up with a decent title. Today, however, I could not think of anything! There was no main topic or common theme– except that the post was a random mix of info. I suppose “Randomness” says it all! 
Lunch
I dug into my lunch around 11:00 when my stomach started to grumble. I snacked on some Guiltless Gourmet Chili Lime chips. Those babies are spicy! 
The rest of lunch included a homemade salad, a pear, and a Think Thin bar.
After my review of the Creamy Peanut Butter Think Thin bar, you would think I learned my lesson. I didn’t enjoy that particular bar flavor, but I thought perhaps I would like the Brownie Crunch flavor. Unfortunately, I was wrong (again). The Brownie Crunch bar was dry, artificial-tasting, and just sort of weird. The chocolate coating on the outside was okay, but the middle part tasted totally fake, even plastic-y?
The Think Thin packaging (and Whole Foods coupon) gets me every time! The packaging is attractive, so I expect a delicious bar inside. 
Oh well. All I know is that I will not buy another one of these bars. Ick!
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Wheel Questions
Yesterday, while wandering around Harvard Square, I stumbled upon this interesting contraption:
I soon discovered that this “thing” was called “Wheel Questions,” and it is an art installation that is touring outdoor public spaces. The Boston Globe explains the project well:
“Write a question on a card, and I’ll turn it over and write an answer on the back from a secular philosophy about thinking clearly and being proactive. The cards are posted online and on a big outdoor wheel for everyone to be inspired by.”
Basically, you take a blank card, write a question on it, drop it in the slot, wait a few days, and get your answer from the Wheel or the website, where you can also see other people’s questions and answers.
I thought of a number of “deep” questions to ask the Wheel, but I decided that I wanted to ask the most “pressing” question in my life right now:
Let’s hope this Wheel has a good answer for me! 
Have a Healthy Happy Hour
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I LOVE Guiltless Gourmet chips! The Think Thin bars totally look good in the package, but that pic makes them look sooo dry. I’ve been wanting to try them, but I guess I won’t now! Thanks!!
that stinks about the bar!
I can’t wait to see what answer you get
Ha. Loved the question. Yeah, I was pretty grossed out by one and only Think Thin bar experience.
I am not a fan of most bars, which are your favorite? I am lacking protein lately. I don’t eat meat and struggle getting enough in, esp. in the summer when I am super active.
The Wheel is a cool idea. Sometimes I wish I lived in a big city where I could experience that type of stuff, but then I realize that I love my 10 acre yard!!! I hope you get a good answer!!
Love the Wheel idea…Boston has the greatest art displays sometimes.
Can’t wait to see what you get for an answer too…:D
I used to eat the Think Thin bars & thought they weren’t too bad. BUT I switched to Larabars & Luna Bars then tried one again. They tasted gross then. I guess I got used to the “real” stuff!
Good luck with the Wish Wheel! lol
I have a feeling the answer will be yes!
I hate bars that have that chalky, plactic-y texture. Bleh!
hahaha..my answer is yes, yes you will
i am so with you on that blah taste of the Think Thin bar!
I have a tendency to be psychic and my premonition is that YES, you will have a pug one day. Sometime soon
And it will be named Luna if it’s a boy, or Lara if it’s a girl. Ha! (Okay, maybe I’m not psychic at all).
Nice blog, first time visitor. I read your ice cream post, and I have a great idea for you. Replace milk with rice milk! It works!
The wheel looks very fun – what a cool idea.
I’ve had a coupon for those bars in my bag for so long now, and they do LOOK good! Maybe I’ll pass, though
You will have a pug! I think perhaps you love them too much not to
I think the answer is yes!
The bar looks good, especially covered in chocolate but I guess looks can be deceiving.
That question wheel is so cool – how creative!
I love the Wheel Question thing! So cool! Some people have the greatest ideas!
I am not a fan of the ThinkThin bars either- the packaging is nice though as you say haha
Have a wonderful evening!
hey tina!
omg, i was looking for something to bake today and i think those oatbars are going to be it, they look amazing!
i also wanted to let you know about my first giveaway!
http://cottchz.wordpress.com/2009/06/16/124/
i would love to get some feedback and any advice from a blog expert like yourself! i waas also wondering if it would be otay if i added you to my blogroll??
What a cool way to ask a question, hope you get the answer you want!
i’ve seriously had all of those bar flavors because i always convince myself that because they look so good, they must taste good… and every time they’re gross…
love those chips though!!
i love your post on health.com! i am looking to lose a few pounds without cutting back too much on the food and i know my weekend nights out play a big part!! i’ve been ordering a diet coke or seltzer with my drink too, so i can drink something non-alcoholic in between. i always seem to want to have a glass in hand but don’t mind if it’s a soda instead!
You know, I don’t love those bars either, but I do like their ThinkOrganic bars – much more like a LaraBar with just a few ingredients like dates, etc.
I hope you get a good answer!
The ThinkFruit bars are good! I agree with your dislike of the ThinkThins
ew. I hate ThinkThin bars too. I have also been persuaded to buy them more then once….I guess someone at that company got a A+++ in Marketing 101!!
Slim down your cone – easy! Eat gelato! http://www.worldoficecream.com/icecream_vs_gelato.htm
I’m also a sucker for pretty packaging!
I LOVE that wheel of questions concept — so cool!
Hi Tina!
Please don’t give up on the THINK bars.. the THIN ones actually suck. The THINK fruit and THINK green are actually quite yummalicious! I love the cashew acai and apple noni.
I am so glad that you reviewed the Think Thin bars! I frequently pick them up at the store because of the package.
I have yet to read a blog that enjoyed any of the Think Thin bars. Each one I buy is disgusting but I keep buying different flavors hoping I’ll find a good one. Silly me! Still no winners.
Yay spicy!!
Just tried the luna mint chocolate cookie – it was small, but tasty. however, i think i still prefer regular luna bars (peppermint stick and cookies ‘n cream are my favs) thanks for the review the other day!
What a cool idea for the wheel! I love your question =)
I like some of the Think Thin bars – kinda – but they certainly arent my favorite bar out there. I have a question – I remember them containing some type of “sugar alcohol” – what are your feelings about this?
Anyone know of Barney Butter coupons for free shipping ????? Almost out !!
@Bev: 20% off: BARNEYBTR09
YES! Yes you will own a pug!! You have to!
PS. Thanks for the free shipping code – I’m off to order
I really hate when that happens. You know they put the bars in a real fancy, nice lookin package..and then you taste it and it’s basically garbage? ewwww. Sorry that you had to go through that again lol.
The Whole Foods coupon got me too. I haven’t tried my bar yet though, it’s a fruity flavored one, I’ll let you know how it is!
Hey Tina-
I’m new to the blogging world and I just wanted to thank you because your blog inspired me to start my own! I love how you photograph all your food intakes..everything looks so yummy! I’m definitely going to have to try out some of your recipes.
I’m sorry your palate doesn’t much like those Think Thin bars. I love ‘em! I am a little nervous about the Think Fruit bars, but the protein bars are so fabulous, especially for having 20 g of protein and 0 g of sugar. Woohoo for less sugar! Maybe you’ll find a flavor you like…but if not, there are TONS of other bar brands out there. Perhaps try a Clif Bar? They’re a bit less bland, I think, and tons more textured.
Tina, I tried the Barney Butter code… it didn’t work
I hope you’ll tell us what the answer is!
the question wheel sounds so cool! thanks for sharing!
What kind of salad dressing do you use when you take salads with you to work?
@Tory: I don’t usually put dressing on my salad, but if I do it’s balsamic vinegar.
I have fallen victim to the Think Thin packaging as well but am always disappointed by it. Your question is so hilarious, by the way!
Your question is hilarious!! : )
Tina, your question was so funny! My parents have two pugs and I’m obsessed as well. Every week, I manage to mention how badly I want one of my own into conversation with my hub. He just sighs and shakes his head…he thinks they snort too much. That’s why I love them, LOL! Here’s hoping both of us have our wishes come true