Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Mexi-Tots




Last night I went to grab some dinner with my roommates and a friend. I naturally finished eating before all of them. One friend saves her mexi tots till the end because she loves them. I just wanted a taste so I snuck one, dipped it in ranch and enjoyed. Well, there was a bit of a whine from the owner of the tots and the next thing I know my hand had reached out and snatched as many as I could hold (turns out it was about 4). To every ones shock I just shoved them into my mouth. Just like that, I stole her beloved tots.


The other two were in some what of a shock and both informed me that I was mean for doing such a thing. Huh? Really? I was thinking I was hilarious! The owner of the tots was a bit shocked but I didn't feel any hatred coming from her. She may have been just a tad disappointed that her reflexes weren't quicker.


Then it hit me. The other two didn't really grow up with brothers. Me and the owner of the tots were raised with boys. This was a common occurrence growing up. I was skinny when I was young because I hadn't developed the skills to protect my food, so I didn't eat much. My roommates were never really exposed to this.


Food snatching is just kind of funny. Especially if the person really, really loves what they are about to eat. The best part about last night was that I had not premeditated the act. It was merely a reflex. A reflex that is similar to what most people do when a doctor taps their knee and their leg moves.


I am damaged huh? I told my brother about this and he said basically I am screwed as a person. That I should add this to my list of things that are keeping me from getting married. My brothers have ruined me. Its not my fault. This goes to my list of things that I must work harder on suppressing. Apparently these kinds of things aren't attractive or appealing to the opposite sex. Weird.


P.S. But it was funny.


12 comments:

Unknown said...

Hee hee!! You crack me up! You are not messed up. The guys out there are! You are a steel Anna. The man who marries you is the luckiest man on earth! He just hasn't found you yet. Thanks for sharing your deep thoughts and making me laugh! love you!

Rebekah said...

That's hilarious and so true! Growing up in a large family with lots of brothers, you do have to protect your food. You have to learn to grab what you want and to sit hunched over the plate so you can swat hands away. Good job Anna! :)

Sarah said...

oh my gosh!!! that's hilarious! i totally know about the food snatching thing. boys just do that when they want some of your food.

i wish i had been there to see it. it would have been even funnier if after you snatched them you said, "lay off, i'm starving!!" ha! :D

Alisha Stamper said...

hi hi hi! I thought it was hilarious, too. Though I've noticed guys complain when we steal their food, but they TOTALLY are snatchers more than us ladyfolk! So, what is your sched? Lets do this photog 'thang next week! I promise it will be painless, and only 1-2 hours!

eMily eLiZaBeTh said...

Remember when you stole my ice cream cone anna? finished your own then grabbed mine. that was awesome. proud of ya boo.

Valerie Smith said...

Okay as the wife of one brother I must concur. If I want to have a drink of my drink (heaven forbid!!!) I have to drink it first thing. It is not uncommon to reach for my glass to find it completely empty - AAAUUUggghh!

Niki said...

So I love reading your blog. I understand because I too have 4 older brothers... :) I say more power to you SISTA'.

Queen of Kings said...

Anna I LOVE reading your blog I ALWAYS have such a good laugh you are HILARIOUS and there is NOTHING wrong with you! I think it is funny that you feel comfortable enough arround her to just take her tots ha ha!! HA HA still laughing thank you for being so GREAT hope life is so good for you!!

Hannah Ashmore said...

food first friend and family come second. thats my motto. haha

Anonymous said...

Survival of the fittest! I have 5 sisters and 3 brothers! I know exactly what you mean sistah. My husband grew up in a big family too and he's always snatchin food from me and my kids!

Kit said...

And this....my dear Anna.....Is why I LOVE you! Seriously, you are the best. You best be comin to my place this month for a party!

Becky said...

it was so good to see you thanks for stopping by. reece said she wants you to come back!