When I think stress, I think dessert. I've tried to quit or reduce my dessert intake at various times, but lately I just give in to my urges, and you know what? They're damned delicious.

Cookie, Anyone

The other day, Jason and I were brainstorming some ideas in the office, and at one point he asked if I wanted a delicious beverage (which probably meant vanilla-flavored or vitamin-enhanced Coke) from the kitchen. Not sharing his enthusiasm for themed sodas, I instead suggested that we go get cookies.

Jason's eyes lit up and we were out the door before you could say "cholesterol." To be fair, we earned our little tasty treats by walking around Lafayette in search of the best cookie options (turned out Chow was the winner that day).

The only other thing I do when I'm stressed is drink. Not a lot, mind you, but there's something classically American to me about coming home after a taxing day, pouring a drink and relaxing with Lucille Ball.