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July 18, 2005
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Yesterday morning, I swore that I was "through" with Starbucks. They weren't getting another penny from me.

I was all "You know what, babe? I'm sick of giving those assholes my money! There are things that I want, that I can't afford, but if I would save my FOUR DOLLARS A DAY (x7) that's almost 30 bucks a week and I could be putting that money away to buy the things I want, like, a new sewing machine! Or a new camera! Or CLOTHES!

And Tony was all "That's right, babe! Screw The Bucks! SAVE YOUR MONEY AND BUY THINGS!"

And I was all "Yeah! They can suck it! I'm saving my money, I'm done being their bitch!"

I meant it, too. I really meant it.

But then? We went grocery shopping. And? There's like, a Starbucks inside. And? I saw a picture of their newest creation? A Green Tea Frappucino? and I was like "I'm just going to try it and after that? I'm REALLY done with them!"

But? It was like, really, REALLY good. And so? This morning? I like, went and got another one.

But? It's ok, because, like, seriously? As IF I really NEED a new sewing machine.

Posted by Y at July 18, 2005 10:05 AM
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just TRY making a cup of coffee at home. maybe you'd like it?

also, have you tried the mint chip frapp? um, because it is good.

Posted by: Sarcastic Journalist at July 18, 2005 10:45 AM

Why? WHY do you tell me this?

Does it taste like green tea ice cream? *whimper*

Posted by: Tanya at July 18, 2005 10:58 AM

Is it really good? I tried their Shaken Green Tea Lemonade and wasn't too impressed. I liked the Matcha Apple-Peach from Jamba Juice better. I might just have to try the Frappucino though.

Posted by: gc at July 18, 2005 11:02 AM

I said the same thing about Dunkin Donuts (bigger than Starbucks here in massachusetts), they make the BEST iced coffee and coolattas, I just cant help but getting them, who needs an x-tra $30 a week (probably how much Id save too, if I didnt get a coffee a day) NOT ME!!. ;)

Posted by: Paula at July 18, 2005 11:04 AM

If it wasn't Starbucks, it'd be something else. I've never even been to Starbucks (I've never tasted coffee before at all), but I find all kinds of stupid stuff to spend every dime we have on.

Posted by: NinaKaye at July 18, 2005 11:05 AM

I saw that yesterday on a billboard, and I almost stopped to get one. Then I remembered that I was on a stolen car mission to find the perfect strapless bra. So the bra won this time, but I don't know how long I can hold out. That damn thing looks good!

-H

Posted by: hed at July 18, 2005 11:21 AM

I too feel for the green tea frap. Was VERY good!
Starbucks is evil, in that oh so good way.

Posted by: Ayesha97 at July 18, 2005 11:24 AM

Oh, SO good. It has MELON flavor, people. MELON!

I feel justified in getting another one because... IT'S GREEN TEA! Two in one day is GOOD FOR YOU!

Posted by: Y at July 18, 2005 11:25 AM

Oh, man...I had one on Saturday. They are soooooo good. Not as good as a mocha frap, but dang tasty.

My boyfriend insists that Starbuck's adds some sort of addictive secret chemical to their beverages so that you ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO HAVE another one.

Posted by: LaDonna at July 18, 2005 11:37 AM

Does that thing have any caffeine?

Posted by: Tammy at July 18, 2005 11:37 AM

Starbucks will also teach you to stop people from dying...

(old Sith joke)

Posted by: mikey at July 18, 2005 11:43 AM

Melon? MMMMMMMMMMM! And healthy, oxident-rich green tea? You'd be crazy not to treat your body to that healthy goodness!! :)

Posted by: Jennifer at July 18, 2005 11:55 AM

Oh god, why? I have been SO GOOD about staying away from Starbucks, despite those damn enticing billboards. Is it really that good? I've been telling myself that it probably tastes really disgusting, it's way too sweet and must have a gazillion calories--but that's not all true, is it? IS IT? They are tasty, good-for-you, low fat delights, is that what you are telling me? And I just got $20 cash back from the grocery store and everyone knows you've got to have more change than that in your wallet--you know, singles, to pay the valet with! 'Cause I'm out at fancy restaurants all the time!--so now I must go purchase one.

Posted by: Amy at July 18, 2005 12:50 PM

YUCK! That mint frapp tastes like ass. Not that I would know ;). But seriously. I love mint chocolate, but that frapp was god awful. Maybe where I purchased mine they made it wrong, I dunno. But the mint syrup in it was just overpowering and it totally sucked. I will have to try the green tea frapp. I do love me some good green tea and four a day is good for ya!

Posted by: Kristina at July 18, 2005 12:56 PM

I saw the green tea frap. I resisted, thinking, "oh, it can't be that good." And now, I have to go try it. Because Y says it's good, and I always listen to her!

Posted by: Tammy/averagemom at July 18, 2005 01:32 PM

OH MY GOD. Don't ever listen to me! I'm a horrible influence! I'll get you addicted to expensive things that are bad for your health! I'm scared that you listen to me. Scared for your LIFE!

Posted by: Y at July 18, 2005 01:50 PM

UGH Y. DAMMIT! I just drove fifteen minutes to the nearest Starbucks and got one. Now I'm addicted. I'll have to go again tomorrow. I think its one of their best fraps yet. It was nice. Just like you said.

Posted by: Kristina at July 18, 2005 02:13 PM

Am I the only person who has never been to Starbucks?

Posted by: kristal at July 18, 2005 02:24 PM

No, Ninakaye hasn't been to starbucks either, but girl, WHY NOT? Are there none close by?

Posted by: Y at July 18, 2005 02:28 PM

Try making them at home?

http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/copycat_starbucks.asp

I copy cat resturant's food with internet copy cat recipes all the time!

Posted by: J.Nel at July 18, 2005 02:37 PM

Am I the only one in the world who DIDN'T like the green tea frappuccino? I like green tea, but not like that.

Now, hand me a venti white mocha every day, or two if the kids have been very very naughty. I am alllll over that.

And, I could never make them at home. I tried and tried, and now I just hand over my $4.64 each day. Gladly.

Posted by: Carmen at July 19, 2005 10:34 AM

I am Starbucks bitch, too. Damn them and their crack-laced coffee. I'm not a frap fan (the green tea doesn't have caffeine, to whoever asked) but I love a latte after work. I need an intervention!

Posted by: Ms.Q at July 19, 2005 12:32 PM

I have never been to Starbucks.

Frankly I am afraid to go. The closest one is about a half hour drive away and I could imagine my OCD self finding excuses to drive there daily.

Posted by: chris at July 19, 2005 04:04 PM

Not sure who asked the original question, but, unlike what Ms. Q said, yes the Green Tea Fraps do have caffeine. So, if you have a caffeine aversion or are allergic I wouldn't get one. I personally think the Green Tea fraps taste like poo, so, I don't have to worry about that anyway.

Posted by: melody at July 19, 2005 09:12 PM
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