Underprepared Gfcf Vs. The Midwestern Funeral

[Sientara]

I recently had to make a last minute trip to a funeral in a small town in the midwest. As I didn't have time to preplan, I came underprepared. I remembered: cereal, almond milk, Lara bars, gluten-free pasta, and some snacks for the 14 hour car trip; the bare minimum.

I forgot about the small town custom of "sympathy food." They kept bringing over food, mainly casseroles and baked goods. :Sigh: Impressive buffet, but the only safe things were: corn chips, pickles, veggie tray and egg salad. I had to make a couple emergency grocery store runs.

Here's to hoping that the next trip will involve more time to plan, and more cooking so I have a better variety of food.

[ang1e0251]

It is very hard to do the Midwest buffet thing. Lots of food I love, very little I can eat. It is a situation that calls for planning but when it's an emergency you just do the best you can. Sounds like you did well. At least you didn't eat gluten food and spend your time sick.

I remember last winter when many lost their power for long periods of time, many of us were discussing emergency kits for those with celiac disease. I thought it was a great idea even thought I haven't done it yet. The idea was to keep a backpack around with emergency food for us that we could fall back on in a distaster. Fill it with safe non perishable food and a can opener. This would have worked for you; just grab it and go.

We should all keep in mind those times when we need food but don't have the time for preperation.

[tarnalberry]

Good job for not giving in, particularly during a tough time!

[Mother of Jibril]

The title of your post made me laugh

I've been to a LOT of Midwestern funerals... where the main dish is always ham sandwiches with butter It became a bit awkward after I stopped eating pork in the 1990s (for religious reasons). And now... forget it! I'll have to station myself in front of the vegetable tray. Carrots and celery anyone?