I don’t get the same effect. But maybe it is because I only drink 1 mug a day ~ in the mornings. And I do have 1 or 2 days at a time that coffee just doesn’t strike me. So I’ll have decaffeinated tea instead. You gave it a good try, however.
You are the bravest woman I have I ever met. Coffee has me in its grip so tightly, I can’t even contemplate living without it. NOTHING would get done in my world without COFFEE.
I don’t drink coffee, but consume a lot of caffeine via soda and tea – I went cold turkey a couple of times for pregnancy – dreadful. Bad, bad, bad headache. I miss it sorely when I don’t have it – but I still sleep just fine – doesn’t seem to affect me that way.
I’m just not sleeping as much – I’m finding a late night yoga class does help I found it unbearable being pregnant and no coffee! I think that might have been the worst part for me.
I’d never even attempt a week without coffee. I wouldn’t attempt a day without coffee. One of the first things I make sure I have in the hurricane evac kit is Diet Coke and Starbuck’s bottled Frappucino, just in case I end up in a situation where I can’t make coffee. The first thing I do in the morning is make coffee.
I really don’t drink that much – maybe three cups a day at the outside – but I. Must. Have. Coffee.
Tea is painful first thing in the morning because it takes forever for the water to boil. Coffee is definitely my lifeline! And now you have me thinking I should add some caffeine to my emergency preparedness kit! Good thinking!
I loved the ending – thanks for the laugh! I’ve experimented with this before so I can sympathize. The good part about the whole thing is that if you go a few days without it, then when you go back to it it wakes you up even more.
It’s like you tried to runaway from coffee, “as if” you were somehow “better than” coffee, could be so much more “without it”. This is an understandable and predictable response and common amonst those who from time to time glimpse their dependency upon that which is superior to them. So you fled, your dignity dependent upon showing your blog followers that you were a better woman, more, just so much more than coffee. But then comes the twist….just when I thought you were capable of living beyond coffee, you showed me that it was OK to drink a revitalizing beverage in the morning (and late afternoon, and sometime evening).
To me this vlog story was about humility, about honoring relationships. It’s practically an updated version of the prodigal son story. In the end you returned home truly a much better person than before you set out to abandon the beloved drink.
Ohh, what were you thinking?!? Okay, sorry tea drinkers but tea really sucks. Sorry.
Going to have another cup of coffee now in order to calm myself after this ordeal…it was like I was you in the video!!! Hope you don’t have another experiment like this anytime soon.
I have no idea! It seemed like a really good idea at the time! It took me at least a pot of coffee to calm down from the whole ordeal. I really should think first before acting on all of those crazy ideas in my head!
Next time I will think first and then ask myself what would Sunshine do…
Haha, well, you got a great video out of it so hmm, maybe it is good to put oneself out of sorts for a bit. A bit of spice in life is nice!! Lol
Definitely! I do like it spicy!
I am sitting here wondering why anyone would want to even try this unless their doctor said they would die. You are so much stronger than me who would not have lasted a day.
Belle, why, oh why, would you subject yourself to this torture? You’re my hero for even attempting it! I loved seeing the video and hearing your expressions regarding how you felt without coffee after a couple of days. That said, I’m glad you ended the experiment early! A woman is not meant to live without her daily cup of java, sister! The part of “No baristas were harmed in the making of this film,” made me laugh out loud! This post was wonderful and I’m glad you shared your results with the rest of us so that we now know how it’s futile to give our “cafe”!
I’m glad you enjoyed my agony! It was painful and now I know I can never live without my coffee! I still haven’t decided which was more scary making this video or going without coffee.
I can do chronological order of different albums but one song. Music is a definition of who we are and what we reflect. It tells a story that stirs the soul. I can only pick one song.
Sorry, but that is your assignment. Just one.
I’d have just as hard a time with it myself, trust me…
A tough one
Yes, I could survive. But I don’t drink coffee. Chocolate would be a different story. The longest I’ve ever gone without chocolate was 3 days. And two of those days were forced upon me for medical reasons.
Substitute Diet Dr Pepper for coffee and ya have me. I have been cutting down a little though. I do drink hot tea occasionally but still to Earl Gray or Irish Breakfast. The trick to heating water fast is this wonderful machine that boils 2 cups of water super quick called a Hot Shot. I also use it to make Jello or anything that calls for hot water.
I love Dr. Pepper but it could never replace my coffee I’m going to look Hot Shot up! I was at Home Outfitters the other day and was in awe in all of the new appliances on the market. Now I might have to add another to the list
I don’t know if it’s fortunate or unfortunate that I’ve never been a big coffee or soda drinker. I’m more of a tea drinker. I don’t think it would be easy for me to give up my morning cuppa. Good luck with your experiment.
Nor bad coffee… We just spent the last 3 days with friends who have a fancy coffee machine, which comes out more expresso like, and marc and I were barely getting by… We just found an awesome coffee place near where we are staying in Napa and pretty much mainlined it… Heading back soin for more…
OMG! You kindly offer me coffee with Baileys this morning and you are coffee free! You are a princess (and must have wanted to live vicariously through me)!
I don’t blame you! Four days is about as much as I can do.
It’s too tough!
Oh, Belle, you made me laugh. And be relieved. While I don’t drink coffee I am a tea addict, and I couldn’t so without my daily fix. Excellent post which shows how vital coffee it! And lovely to see you in person.
Got to say I loved this. Made me wish we could all do a bit of video blogging but I’ve no idea how to get a picture, let alone a video onto my Blog so thats the end of another idea. As for “No coffee”, A brave idea but it would threaten several life forms around me so I’d better not try it. It was really nice to get a sense of you through the video. I always thought you were a great person and the post has reinforced that idea.
If you need help with anything send me an email for technical assistance. I have discovered my will power is weak and for the safety of everyone it is best to start my morning right with a fresh cup of coffee!
Very funny and very cute vlog!! I once tried to stop drinking coffee and it lasted 45 minutes. As you might imagine, I am glad you stopped torturing yourself with coffee wannabees and just hopped back into it. This from someone who starts her day with a thick and delicious cup of Starbucks French Roast.
Belle,
Coffee is one my last remaining addictions – I don’t think it will go anywhere either. When I quit drinking, I also thought I could cut down on caffeine. There were of course some atrocious headaches due to the withdrawals, but I missed it. I missed the morning routine with it, mostly: sitting at my computer desk, reading blog posts, saying hi on Facebook, taking the bus to work with a warm mug of coffee…
L’Éric
Coffee is such a comfort drink for me that it is hard to go without it. As you put the morning routine just isn’t the same and I am a creature of habit.
Belle,
We are cut from the same cloth on that one. I even drink from the same cup each morning…
Le Clown
We really are! I like my mug to express my mood it changes daily
I gave up coffee (at home) about six months ago. I drink mostly chai tea now with steamed almond milk. I will occasionally drink a latte from Starbucks but it is rare. My teeth are alot brighter and my reflux has improved.
I feel for you. I gave up coffee a while back as well. I used to drink at least 2 cups a day. I had the meanest withdrawal headaches, but it passed after a couple days. So, I take it this means you will not be asking for that toilet bowl mug for Christmas?
I am back on the coffee there was no way I will be giving it up! The toilet mug for Christmas will be the perfect gift for me this year I can’t wait to open it!
I’ve gone months without coffee, now I can only go a few days. Like you, day one without coffee is a real headache.
It’s a real nightmare!
You poor, poor thing
I know! It was terrible!
I don’t get the same effect. But maybe it is because I only drink 1 mug a day ~ in the mornings. And I do have 1 or 2 days at a time that coffee just doesn’t strike me. So I’ll have decaffeinated tea instead.
You gave it a good try, however.
LOVED the video.
~Virginia
It’s so nice to see you! I did give it a try! But failed miserably
I’m glad you loved my video this was my first nervous attempt!
You are the bravest woman I have I ever met. Coffee has me in its grip so tightly, I can’t even contemplate living without it. NOTHING would get done in my world without COFFEE.
I firmly believe coffee makes the world go round! And without it I am nothing…
It’s nice to see you Mel! I have been missing you and Virginia! I can’t wait to see the reveal of your project
Ditto what ISTHISTHEMIDDLE said. I think that you deserve an award for even trying this experiment.
Hahaha! Thank You! My reward was a dark roast from Starbucks
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Perfect!
Okay, WP is goofing up on the login stuff here, hope this isn’t a duplicate.
Ground shaking in your area. Coincidence?
http://earthquaketrack.com/ca-01-calgary/recent
I’ll fix it
Hahaha! I hope it isn’t a coincidence!
I don’t drink coffee, but consume a lot of caffeine via soda and tea – I went cold turkey a couple of times for pregnancy – dreadful. Bad, bad, bad headache. I miss it sorely when I don’t have it – but I still sleep just fine – doesn’t seem to affect me that way.
I’m just not sleeping as much – I’m finding a late night yoga class does help
I found it unbearable being pregnant and no coffee! I think that might have been the worst part for me.
I’d never even attempt a week without coffee. I wouldn’t attempt a day without coffee. One of the first things I make sure I have in the hurricane evac kit is Diet Coke and Starbuck’s bottled Frappucino, just in case I end up in a situation where I can’t make coffee. The first thing I do in the morning is make coffee.
I really don’t drink that much – maybe three cups a day at the outside – but I. Must. Have. Coffee.
Tea is painful first thing in the morning because it takes forever for the water to boil. Coffee is definitely my lifeline! And now you have me thinking I should add some caffeine to my emergency preparedness kit! Good thinking!
I loved the ending – thanks for the laugh! I’ve experimented with this before so I can sympathize. The good part about the whole thing is that if you go a few days without it, then when you go back to it it wakes you up even more.
I’m glad I made you laugh! I was nervous about posting it! A vlog is a whole different species altogether!
It does give you extra zing but the withdrawl from it is painful! I think I will just stay steady with my trusted eddie
Since coffee is a code word for sex in my house, NO. I could NOT go a week without it.
Good for you for trying.
Hahaha! That is a very good code word
My review:
It’s like you tried to runaway from coffee, “as if” you were somehow “better than” coffee, could be so much more “without it”. This is an understandable and predictable response and common amonst those who from time to time glimpse their dependency upon that which is superior to them. So you fled, your dignity dependent upon showing your blog followers that you were a better woman, more, just so much more than coffee. But then comes the twist….just when I thought you were capable of living beyond coffee, you showed me that it was OK to drink a revitalizing beverage in the morning (and late afternoon, and sometime evening).
To me this vlog story was about humility, about honoring relationships. It’s practically an updated version of the prodigal son story. In the end you returned home truly a much better person than before you set out to abandon the beloved drink.
I love your review! I’m actually sipping my coffee marveling over it
Ohh, what were you thinking?!? Okay, sorry tea drinkers but tea really sucks. Sorry.
Going to have another cup of coffee now in order to calm myself after this ordeal…it was like I was you in the video!!! Hope you don’t have another experiment like this anytime soon.
I have no idea! It seemed like a really good idea at the time! It took me at least a pot of coffee to calm down from the whole ordeal. I really should think first before acting on all of those crazy ideas in my head!
Next time I will think first and then ask myself what would Sunshine do…
Haha, well, you got a great video out of it so hmm, maybe it is good to put oneself out of sorts for a bit. A bit of spice in life is nice!! Lol
Definitely! I do like it spicy!
I am sitting here wondering why anyone would want to even try this unless their doctor said they would die. You are so much stronger than me who would not have lasted a day.
I think it is warning to all not to try it! Ever…
Belle, why, oh why, would you subject yourself to this torture? You’re my hero for even attempting it! I loved seeing the video and hearing your expressions regarding how you felt without coffee after a couple of days. That said, I’m glad you ended the experiment early! A woman is not meant to live without her daily cup of java, sister! The part of “No baristas were harmed in the making of this film,” made me laugh out loud! This post was wonderful and I’m glad you shared your results with the rest of us so that we now know how it’s futile to give our “cafe”!
I’m glad you enjoyed my agony! It was painful and now I know I can never live without my coffee! I still haven’t decided which was more scary making this video or going without coffee.
Viva Cafe!
No way. If I go a day without coffee I turn cranky!
Tell me about it! I’m going to need a whole pot to answer your question! Just one song! I don’t know if I can do it…
LOL. Can’t believe you’re still hung up on that.
I can do chronological order of different albums but one song. Music is a definition of who we are and what we reflect. It tells a story that stirs the soul. I can only pick one song.
Sorry, but that is your assignment. Just one.
I’d have just as hard a time with it myself, trust me…
A tough one
Yes, I could survive. But I don’t drink coffee. Chocolate would be a different story. The longest I’ve ever gone without chocolate was 3 days. And two of those days were forced upon me for medical reasons.
Hahaha! I can go for a long time without chocolate! But when I dive in it so enjoyable!
Substitute Diet Dr Pepper for coffee and ya have me. I have been cutting down a little though. I do drink hot tea occasionally but still to Earl Gray or Irish Breakfast. The trick to heating water fast is this wonderful machine that boils 2 cups of water super quick called a Hot Shot. I also use it to make Jello or anything that calls for hot water.
I love Dr. Pepper but it could never replace my coffee
I’m going to look Hot Shot up! I was at Home Outfitters the other day and was in awe in all of the new appliances on the market. Now I might have to add another to the list 
I don’t know if it’s fortunate or unfortunate that I’ve never been a big coffee or soda drinker. I’m more of a tea drinker. I don’t think it would be easy for me to give up my morning cuppa. Good luck with your experiment.
Thank you! It failed miserably! I just spilled coffee down my shirt
I do enjoy Tea in the evening to relax with but that is about the only time.
No!!!!
Nor bad coffee… We just spent the last 3 days with friends who have a fancy coffee machine, which comes out more expresso like, and marc and I were barely getting by… We just found an awesome coffee place near where we are staying in Napa and pretty much mainlined it… Heading back soin for more…
It must be good! I hope you are having an amazing time in Napa!
AAAAA Haaaaaa!!!! that was great! Well, at least you gave it a shot!
I gave it the old college try! And now I know
it’s still making me laugh….:)
I’m glad I gave you a Friday chuckle!
OMG! You kindly offer me coffee with Baileys this morning and you are coffee free! You are a princess (and must have wanted to live vicariously through me)!
I only made it to Day 4 and had to quit! It was just too painful! I’m sipping a hot mug of coffee as we speak
I don’t blame you! Four days is about as much as I can do.
It’s too tough!
Oh, Belle, you made me laugh. And be relieved. While I don’t drink coffee I am a tea addict, and I couldn’t so without my daily fix. Excellent post which shows how vital coffee it! And lovely to see you in person.
Thank you Kate and very happy to give you a little chuckle! It was my first attempt at vlogging! And it was terrifying especially without the coffee
I like caffeinated tea when I am out of coffee. But I will never go caffeine free ever again. It’s just too dangerous!
Got to say I loved this. Made me wish we could all do a bit of video blogging but I’ve no idea how to get a picture, let alone a video onto my Blog so thats the end of another idea. As for “No coffee”, A brave idea but it would threaten several life forms around me so I’d better not try it. It was really nice to get a sense of you through the video. I always thought you were a great person and the post has reinforced that idea.
If you need help with anything send me an email for technical assistance. I have discovered my will power is weak and for the safety of everyone it is best to start my morning right with a fresh cup of coffee!
Thank you! That is very kind of you to say
Very funny and very cute vlog!! I once tried to stop drinking coffee and it lasted 45 minutes. As you might imagine, I am glad you stopped torturing yourself with coffee wannabees and just hopped back into it. This from someone who starts her day with a thick and delicious cup of Starbucks French Roast.
Oh! I am sipping mine right now! It’s wonderful to be back on track! Never again! Never again! Will a day go by without my coffee
Belle,
Coffee is one my last remaining addictions – I don’t think it will go anywhere either. When I quit drinking, I also thought I could cut down on caffeine. There were of course some atrocious headaches due to the withdrawals, but I missed it. I missed the morning routine with it, mostly: sitting at my computer desk, reading blog posts, saying hi on Facebook, taking the bus to work with a warm mug of coffee…
L’Éric
Coffee is such a comfort drink for me that it is hard to go without it. As you put the morning routine just isn’t the same and I am a creature of habit.
Belle,
We are cut from the same cloth on that one. I even drink from the same cup each morning…
Le Clown
We really are! I like my mug to express my mood it changes daily
I gave up coffee (at home) about six months ago. I drink mostly chai tea now with steamed almond milk. I will occasionally drink a latte from Starbucks but it is rare. My teeth are alot brighter and my reflux has improved.
I would love to have brighter teeth! But I just can’t give it up! I’m sipping right now as I type
I feel for you. I gave up coffee a while back as well. I used to drink at least 2 cups a day. I had the meanest withdrawal headaches, but it passed after a couple days. So, I take it this means you will not be asking for that toilet bowl mug for Christmas?
I am back on the coffee there was no way I will be giving it up! The toilet mug for Christmas will be the perfect gift for me this year
I can’t wait to open it!