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	A Diet Succumbs

debbyski

9-24-2008 11:00 AM

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9-24-2008 2:16 PM

tanyamm

That is so sad. I don't like diet food. If a recipe calls for butter and sugar I use them, but, when it comes time for the consumption of any baked goods or other yummy treats I believe in moderation. A treat is a treat not a meal.

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