This is NOT a happy post

oh my goodness…Katie you made me cry 🙁 I know how mean people can be. I’ve been called ‘anorexic’ and ‘gross’ so many times. I don’t think people understand that it’s not ok to make fun of people no matter what the ‘trait’ is that they are making fun of. I mean it’s considered taboo to call someone ‘fat’ but really by saying someone is gross for being skinny is really just the same thing. I think you’re sooo pretty and you exude health. You can see it in your eyes and skin..you’re glowing. Can I give you a virtual hug? lol
I guess there are just some misguided people out there with trust issues and insecurities. You have an enormous heart to be doing all this charity stuff and I’ll just click click click away extra to make up for those meanies out there. 😉 Love ya girly!

Aw Katie, I’m so sorry people can be so mean. 🙁 For the record, you’re not pretty – you’re drop dead gorgeous. If you weren’t at the proper weight for you, then you would LOOK unhealthy, and that is so NOT the case – like Jenny R. said, you glow and exude health! I’m sure it is SO obvious to your regular readers that you have an extremely healthy relationship with food – which is so important, especially considering that we live in a society where unhealthy approaches to food is normal. Keep being wonderful! 🙂 -Eve

Hi Katie!
I just wanted to agree with the other commentors above! You are very slim, very pretty, and clearly, both from your writing and photographs, enjoy your life in a way that you couldn’t if you were in fact suffering from an eating disorder. It sounds to me like your anonymous commentor is jealous of the fact that you are so much healthier and happier than she is – sad for her, but don’t let it make you miserable!
I don’t think anyone actually reading your blog could really believe you’d be trying to scam your readers with Operation Chocolate Covered Kindness. You are clearly capable of compassion that the commentor in question can’t even recognise, let alone understand.
Keep up the good work! Your posts always make me smile (and sometimes drool – you’re getting very good at the food porn with those Fudge Babies!)

Wow, Katie, this was such a strongly written post and it obviously took a lot of courage for you to put this out there–but I think it was right for you to do so! Even on a blog, it’s not possible to be happy and positive *all* the time, and there are negative issues that must be brought to the surface. What that anonymous girl said was terribly mean, but your post reflects on it in such a controlled, calm manner, and that only shows what a genuinely good person you are. You have such good intentions, and I have no doubt you’d ever lie about where your charity money goes. You are one of the most kind and considerate writers, and that is why I read every one of your posts on my Google Reader, even if I don’t comment all the time. Along the lines of what someone mentioned above, for every negative person who picks on you because they have nothing better to do, there are many, many more who appreciate your posts, your positive attitude, your discipline, and your consideration. So just keep on doing what you’re doing, because you’re so awesome.

I think Operation Chocolate-Covered Kindness is a great idea. 🙂 I also wanted to let you know that I think your oatmeal recipes are great – the banana brulee one is fantastic!

I really wish everyone could see what I see in you. A stunningly beautiful, healthy, good-hearted, caring, sweetheart, and just a beautiful person all around. Do not ever let anyone tell you otherwise!! Who cares what people say? As long as you know it’s not true, and your good friends who really care for you know it’s not true, screw them! I hope you feel better Katie, your smile is too beautiful to be covered with a frown 🙂

*click* *click* *click*

Please do NOT let her ruin your mood for one more second, she is definitely, completely and utterly not worth it.

As runninwriter said in that post: I’m sure those who benefit from the Enough Project are throwing their arms in the air in disgust.

So, I’m off to do some clicking. Especially for Tracey.

don’t listen to anyone who tries to bring you down Katie. you’re a beautiful person both inside and out. you never appear anything but genuine on your blog and I don’t understand how anyone could go so low as to criticize someone fighting for a good cause. keep your chin up- there are so many people on here who support you! 🙂

Even though you may regret this post later, I think it’s great that you’re willing to share your emotions like this. The fact that someone left a comment like that is disgusting, but that doesn’t affect the fact that Operation Chocolate-Covered Kindness is a wonderful idea and you’re a fantastic blogger.

Good for you for voicing your feelings. First off, I think you are very pretty, Katie, and Im not just saying that. You are a sweetie and I truly enjoy reading your blog. It’s one of the first ones I became interested in a few yrs back!!

I get that comment occasionally too about the skinny thing.. It frustrates me to nooo end as it’s usually a really unhealthy person making it!
As long as you know you are healthy that’s all that matters. Keep doing what you’re doing!! 😉

When I look at your photos, I see a beautiful woman with a great smile and gorgeous eyes. I will admit to noticing that you are thin, but there’s nothing you’ve ever written here that would make me believe you’re not healthy. Besides, it’s none of my business.

I’m sorry that some people enjoy judging others by their own standards. Accusing you of being dishonest in the charity drive is absolutely ridiculous, and only someone with that thought in their own hearts would accuse you of it.

I think you’re an amazing person, and keep hoping I’ll run into you one day so I can tell you in person. Don’t let the grumpy people ruin your day.

Once, when I was reading your blog, my brother came by and his mouth dropped open and he said

-Do you KNOW that girl? SHE’S HOT!!!

So um yeah, anorexics may think you look unattractive, but teenaged guys (my brother’s 19) think you look like a supermodel.

I am so sorry about the negative comment. Please remember that that’s just one comment and that’s not what the rest of us are like… You are doing a wonderful thing with Operation Chocolate-Covered Kindness!

love, you ARE AMAZING! don’t let anyone bother you about your size, because you are who you are. obviously, you eat what you enjoy and what your body tells you to…chocolate!! 🙂 the point is, i know what an eating disorder is like; i suffered from one for a couple of years, and i am STILL recovering. you are a wonderful person, and keep up your wonderful view on life 🙂

I can’t believe someone would actually try and accuse you of trying to earn money for yourself. It’s not like you asked anyone to send money to your house, all you asked was for people to click around on your website (which I do ANYway lol). When I first saw operation chocolate-covered-kindness that thought didn’t even breeze by my mind. I highly doubt others would think the same.

As for your pictures, I think you are beautiful and the fact that your so giving and have such an kind personality makes you even more gorgeous. 🙂 Please don’t ever stop posting pictures just because some people are judgemental!

Awww Doll face, I am very sorry to hear you had received this comment and that someone is really that sick to say these things to someone as sweet as you.

I just want you to know that when I first saw your pictures I thought you were so beautiful and it is your eyes and your smile that show your shining beauty!

You might need to read this twice – Just remember that ANY negative THING or COMMENT any one says about you or thinks about you is beacause they are jealous and they have the same thoughts about themselves.

Things we admire and dislike about people are things we think of ourselves deep down.

I hope you have a better day darlin’ Don’t let any one get you down!

XXOO

The anonymity of the Internet has provided people with the “confidence” to step up and be nasty; you’re doing the right thing, ignoring them. Katie, you are beautiful and a lively character. If your doctor says you are healthy, then you ARE healthy. People who say otherwise are just jerks!

Katie, you are stunning. THAT was the first thing I noticed about you when I started reading your blog 🙂

It’s easy to let a nasty comment shake you up. You’re ALLOWED to be upset by it. But you just have to remember, like you obviously do, that for every nasty reader there are 100 other readers who love your blog and think you’re great.

I think it’s good you address this kind of stuff though, because I’m sure there are a lot of girls who look up to you and it’s important to clarify that that’s just the way you were made 🙂

And in terms of the Operation Chocolate Covered Kindness comment… it’s just ignorance.. and jealousy. Those who are avid readers of your blog know how kind and generous you are. Its unfortunate that that person chose to jump to a negative conclusion right away. It obviously says something about the way THEY are and the way THEY see life. Unlike you who has such a lovely disposition. 🙂

Keep your chin up!

Wow. It is so hard to understand how people can make such quick judgments. Get all the facts before you start throwing out statements that will hurt people. It kills me how people think that just because a person doesn’t fit into the “perfect” mold, that it means they’re unhealthy. This follows right along with non vegans asking vegans “but where do you get your protein?”. Have they ever asked themselves questions about whether or not they are eating nutritionally sound foods? Probably not, they just eat their fast food and prepackaged foods galore and trust that the mainstream media wouldn’t steer them wrong. How could it be possible for a person to weigh less than or more than a BMI chart says they should and still be healthy.
I used to be in the obese category on BMI charts until I gave up fast food and processed foods. Then I switched to cooking most foods from raw states myself, then I went vegan. I am now down to just a bit overweight due solely to a lack of muscle which I try to work on a little everyday. But I am HEALTHY! I had a physical less than a year ago where they said that my body’s true age was 13 even though at the time I was 24! I eat more fruits and veggies than anyone I know, I just have 23 years of lack of muscle growth to make up for. But I am healthy!
Sorry for the long comment.
As for the charity commenter, I can’t believe that someone could possibly have so much of a negative outlook that they would accuse you of that. I like to think myself a positive person and I think we just don’t need people like that in our lives.
Have a great day!

oh baby don’t you regret posting this for a second!! I hope the overwhelming support that you have been receiving is a slap in the face to the ridiculous anon who’s accusations are both cruel-hearted and ridiculous. When it gets down to it though — you focus on you… the individuals who read your blog and know what a GIFT you are to the world never duobt for a second your intentions or the lifestyle you convey on your blog. I’m going to tell you the same thing you told me – the person who left that comment may have some unresolved issues of their own and rather than accepting that they find more comfort in bringing others down. Don’t give them the satisfaction.

I love you tons and tons baby and if you want to chat furthur you know where to find me.

and p.s. you are amazingly beautiful – both inside and out.

<3

Katie you are beautiful inside and out. My brother is the same way can’t gain weight and he eats like a pig. Seeing what you eat you most def do not have an ED. Keep your chin up I love you and your blog. I’ve loved joking around with you and just your lighthearted sense of humor. There is no winning with people they love to critique people because they are insecure w/ themselves. And on a computer they don’t have to own up to their comments. *hugs* keep on keeping on!

Katie, I’m so glad you addressed this. That person was obviously jealous–you’re creative, talented, beautiful, AND suffused with chocolate, and some people just can’t handle all that! As for the other 99% of us, thanks so much for your amusing posts and great recipes–I love me some fudge babies!

Katie, I think you’re great, and pretty, and I wish I could give you a big HUG! Anonymous people who are too cowardly to even identify themselves, and whose sole purpose is to criticize and make ridiculous accusations, are just a waste of cyberspace. You inspire so many people, I hope all of the comments of support will outweigh the the negative feelings and bring back your beautiful smile 🙂

Ahhh, honey – I’m glad you shared that with us. I’m so sorry someone made you feel bad. It never crossed my mind for one moment that the money was going anywhere besides where you said it was going.

I know for anyone who has a food/weight issue on the heavy side, it’s just hard to imagine how someone could be as thin as you are and be healthy (I will admit I first wondered when I “met” you too). But then I got to know you and have come to understand that we are all in our bodies no matter what size they are.

I believe you are a beautiful, honest person, and that’s that.

I’m at my mom’s right now, and she won’t stop talking about 4 g-d lbs she’s gained (she weighs 35 lbs less than I do). She probably thinks all sorts of horrible things about me walking around in my bathing suit, and I just don’t care. It’s my body (as yours is yours), and I’m happy. As I get more fit I won’t necessarily be more HAPPY but it will something checked off my to do list.

Anyway, big hugs from here!

I know it has been said before, but you really are gorgeous, girl! There really is a glow about you in the pictures we get to see 🙂

I definitely believe you when you say that the money went to charity, and I never thought otherwise. That anonymous commenter is definitely a joy-stealer 🙁

I think you are absolutely beautiful just the way you are! People will always have something to say.

Hi Katie, I am de-lurking just to let you know that you are beautiful, great inspiration to me and doing an amazing job with the charity drive.

Lady, you *know* you’re going to get about 10,000 comments on here telling you how amazing you are, and I’m gonna be one of them.

It’s good to see you venting a little, actually. You don’t even have to say the stuff about your doctor and your blood results; your personality makes it very clear that you are exceptionally healthy.

It’s like you said, only a person who is unhealthy themselves could manipulate their vision of you to reflect that. It’s much easier to criticize others for the faults we know are truly within ourselves. And I mean that about both the Operation: CCK and about your weight/health…and about anything else, now that I think about it! Those seemingly-ungrounded assumptions are actually not UNgrounded at all; not that they are grounded in anything about you – if I were Freudian, I’d call it “transference,” but basically, it’s all about them. And that makes it matter even less, because only *they* can change that kind of extreme selfishness.

At any rate, if you don’t think you’re beautiful – not *only* physically, but pretty much in your entirety as a lovely living being…well you’d better shape up (bad pun unintended)! But I don’t think this is the case, so therefore I will simply declare my solidarity and support for all your endeavors, troubles, and joys.

Okay, honestly, pay those comments as little mind as humanly poss bb. Clearly, they misunderstand YOU and your heart, which for them is a sad sad thing. They don’t have it in their heart, or in their energy, to do such a beautiful charity drive, so they figure no one else does? Idk, but I think it’s all such a bunch of rubbish and immature jargon. YOU DO WHAT YOU FEEL. THat is all and you should keep on keepin on with all of the beauty that you emit to the rest of the world <333

However, I do have to say something about the first part of this post… While I think it is inappropriate to judge someone else's health status, I think it is quite another thing if individuals are triggered by your pictures or by your posts. You know I think very highly of you, but if someone were triggered by my posts, I, personally, would take a second look at the pictures and why I was posting them to begin with. I know what I look like and I know what pictures make me look a certain way… We all do. Do I think any of your pictures suggest such an illness? No. I think you look divine. But there are ppl who may think otherwise, more importantly, there are young readers who may be "triggered" by some of your pictures, as it seems that were the case, so I guess that makes it rather unsafe to post them. But as I said, you do what you feel is right. DO I think you are a precious lil creature with a heart of gold? DUH. But are there some young girls reading without the privilege of KNOWING you? Yes and they may think/feel another way. You must take everything with a grain of salt, bb. Keep true to YOU, above all else though.

Love you! xoxo

I think it is good your voiced what you are feeling. I totally agree that you can be healthy and be a VEGAN. That is why we started our blog too. I have got blood work done too and everything came back fine!! SO f**k the negative people!! YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON!!!! Never let someone tell you different : ) Sorry I get upset over this stuff too.

I can understand that you are upset. How can people who don’t know you at all judge and accuse you like that. I really don’t get it. Your blog is awesome and so are you.

Goodness…I don’t know where to start. I am truly heartbroken on your behalf. When I first started reading your blog over a year ago, the first picture I saw of you put one thought into my head and that wasn’t ‘that girl is sickeningly skinny.’ No, that thought was ‘what a wonderful advocate for veganism she is.’ The first thing that I noticed was your hair (it tends to be what I pick up on first because I’m a little insecure about my own) and how wonderfully thick and shining it was. The second thing I noticed was your smile, which sparkled right out of the screen. The life in your eyes radiates a beauty which has nothing whatsoever to do with weight. Yes, you are thin. But that’s not all you are. Since when did it become acceptable to make such hideous comments to slim people? It doesn’t detract from your appearance at all and to be honest I think every single person who criticises you for your weight is jealous, pure and simple. I know that my life would be a lot easier if I didn’t have to constantly worry about gaining weight and most other people would envy your naturally slender frame. If this girl has an ED, she’s probably tortured by the fact that she can’t be your size in a healthy way. Not that I’m excusing her actions at all, but EDs can totally destroy a person and turn them into a malicious monster. I am sure that she was not always so vindictive. You clearly take excellent care of yourself: I’d like to see anyone anorexic run as fast and as far as you can.

What makes this so sad is the fact she attacked your inner integrity as well as your outward appearance. Once again, I think this ultimately stems from resentment. Rest assured that NO-ONE else would ever equate such an altruistic act with a money-making scam. We all know you too well for that.

I nearly cried just reading this. Please do not let this person get to you. The more popular you are, the more likely it is that someone will try to undermine you.

Stay strong and remember that this was one person. There are hundreds more who love you and believe in you, and I am privileged to be amongst them.

<3

xoxo

WTF!

To Anonymous commenter: &?*%(&%%/$$?%&*&?%/%$&?*(&?%$/%?&/”%?&*(?*%&$?/%”?*!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Is that clear???? How dare you!

I’m so mad, I’m triple double-clicking all your posts, in honor of Chocolate covered kindness Operation. T_T

Making money for yourself? You’re like one of the most generous person I know! You reply to almost every comment, you do billionz of giveaway (even if it’s free, you still took the time to host it!)…

Beside, I’m sure you know 99.9% of the readers that likes you. The rest…well, they just have to click the red thing on top of the right corner.

And for the anorexic thing…just tell them to go to Japan: According to them, EVERYONE is ‘anorexic’.

xoxo
(And don’t forget, even though I don’t know what’s for grab, I’m in for your giveaway! Afterall…it has the word ‘Chocolate’!)
Vanilla

You tell ’em Katie! Seriously, don’t let a single negative comment on your blog bother you. People who leave those comments are just trying to get a rise out of you, which is pathetic. It’s especially pathetic because they don’t even have the guts to leave their name. You are a beautiful girl, inside and out!

That is awful, I’m glad you wrote the post and YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!

Hey Katie,
I don’t comment very much, but I wanted to let you know that I think you are a very beautiful girl, one with a heart of gold for sure. I really empathize with you, I often get the same “you’re so skinny!” commentary, and not much else from people I know in real life. But you know what? 90% of that is pure jealously for the fact that you ARE so pretty, and that you do not have to make yourself absolutely crazy to be that way. I can tell just by looking at you, you are naturally gorgeous. And as someone who has been anorexic – I can tell you right now, no one who is starving themselves or malnourished has hair as thick and luxurious looking as yours. I am willing to bet that these anonymous comments are stemming from people’s own insecurities and self doubts that they are passing onto you. Its truly not worth your time spent thinking about. That horribly accusatory commenter is obviously nuts – running a scam like that would be illegal first of all, and we all know that you are truly a kindhearted soul who wants to to do something to make this world a better place.
Take care Katie. have a good run, a hot shower and some chocolate. Don’t let anyone bring you down. You’ve got more to offer the world in the soles of your feet right now than whoever these people are could carry.

~Tori

Katie….well said! A girl has to do what a girl has to do!

Remember ALWAYS be true to ONLY you! Follow your heart!

Hugs and Love!

Keep doing what you do… as soon as a comment disturbs you, delete it.. Life is too short, really, it is… Those of us who are clicking away know where the money is going… nothing else ever entered my mind…. Blog on Sister
Annie

girl u are awesome 🙂

Sweetheart, dont listen to those haters out there. You are a beatiful woman, and you are an inspiration to all us all – be it veganism, recipe and activist (or all!)
Thank you for the sweet email last week, its just more proof of your true kindness and generosity.
And no need to feel guilty about a negative post, we all have our down time, its best to get it out!
Much ♥♥♥
*oh on a postitive note, I am addicted to your fudge babies!! Made MORE again last night, vanilla coconut! I have decided they will be my xmas dessert at the family dinner this year 😀 xx

First time posting but I feel compelled to respond. Katie, don’t apologize for this post, or anything you post for that matter, this is your blog you’re free to write what you please and feel. Conversely, people that “anonymously” write caustic comments about you, your eating habits, or goodwill do not have that right. Yes, in your pictures you do look thin but the only reason I think that comes to mind and perhaps the mind of others is the ridiculous obsession our society has with eating and everything it has to do with it from eating disorders, striving to be “thin,” to the obesity epidemic at hand. I enjoy reading your posts and getting great ideas about food to incorporate into my diet. Though not a vegan or vegetarian I have a love for vegetables and you’ve introduced me to quite a few new ways to get some greens in me :). And you mentioned the people seeing you as “skinny” rather than “pretty.” You seem to have an excellent approach to pushing negativity away from you but I just thought I’d add something that I’m working on living myself. I don’t remember who quoted this or its exact wording but it goes something like this: In the end, people really won’t remember what you looked like, exactly what you said to them (I’m a psych major- trust me our memories are REALLY faulty), but they WILL remember how you made them feel.” In a world that is constantly telling us to concern ourselves with the physical and material, truly it is the emotional and spiritual part of ourselves that is most important. Katie, thank you for being you! Just by reading your posts I “feel” like your a kind-hearted person with a love for people and concern for our world, your sincerity is welcomed in an environment that speaks the contrary.

Don’t let them get to you! You have an amazing blog, and a big heart to donate the money you earned! Smile, because the majority of us out there are supporting you and love what you do!

You tell them girl! Anonymous comments are LAME. Simple as that. If you have such a big negative opinion you need to share it with the world, then grow some balls and tell us who you really are.

It’s okay to be skinny. My little brother is as tall as me (5’7″) and he’s 99 pounds, he just cant seem to put weight on! And it’s okay =) My dad wore size 28″ pants when he was in college. Skinny is perfectly fine if you’re naturally that way, and you’re healthy. We all see how much you eat, how many calories you’re consuming, and how incredibly nutrient dense your food is. I love your blog, and I think you’re very pretty!! =)

xxxooo

Katie,

I just wanted to say, as someone who has been diagnosed with anorexia in the past, (which was subsequently queried as being due to Celiac disease but no matter) and was held in two eating disorders units for 8 months before they found out what was wrong, I hope I know how cruel, cold, nasty and ruthless some people with eating disorders can be- something that I was totally unprepared for before I was admitted to hospital. I don’t know whether it is the disease, or the pain that they are trying to hide but… I think you would find it very hard to evade the ‘net’ of mental health services/hospital if you were, in fact anorexic- and both your friends and your family would definitely be on your back. The very fact that you can study well, run consistently and long distances, eat the way you do and smile! seems to be very telling- a lot of the people I met in hospital never, ever, smiled. Also, its worth remembering when people have eating disorders, they can sometimes become very irrational and come up with quite bizarre things- due in part to their electrolytes being so upset. Also, you don’t look anorexic because you aren’t pale with huge dark shadows under your eyes, sallow cheeks and yellow teeth- and you have a full head of hair. Sorry for the long post, I hope my rambling, amongst all the other great messages, helps you to see- it isn’t you, its them, but its not even worth getting angry or frustrated with them because unfortunately, their mind may be so physically exhausted and wound up, they half don’t know what they are saying… x

first of all, you are truly beautiful!!! we are not all meant to be the same size, and anyone who reads enough of your blog should know that you have a very healthy relationship with food. plus you have glowing skin and shiny hair….you are definitely well nourished!

also, anyone who thinks you are lying about giving to charity has to be a mean-spirited and unhappy person. please don’t be upset b/c for every one random person that thinks that way, there are hundreds of others who are inspired by you. keep up the good work!

I am so appalled for you. You are so incredibly gorgeous, btw!

People can be so hurtful when they’re jealous. The girl admitted that she’s suffering from an ED, but she’s clearly not making her best efforts to recover — if she finds your blog triggering because you eat large portions and remain so thin, then she should NOT read your blog. Period. I struggled (fine, still struggle!) with a disorder myself, and I am familiar with those bitter, hateful feelings of jealousy. It’s just awful, how resentful and icky you can behave when you’re over your head in ED. You just think how it’s so unfair that everyone else eats so much, never exercises (obviously that’s not you), and weighs so much less. It becomes so ugly and competitive and brings out the absolute worst on you.

Just know that it is probably her disorder talking. She said whatever she could to upset you. It never occurred to anyone else on here that you could be anything other than charitable. The idea that you’d be illegally keeping the funds? That’s so absurd, i cannot even fathom that she actually thinks that. I think she was just trying to be hurtful.

Keep your chin up Katie- you have sooo many readers, good support day to day, and you’re doing a great thing. Just gotta brush your shoulders off, once in a while I guess. (In true Jay Z form.)

🙂

I love you Katie girl!!! I would say more, but I think everyone’s covered what I would have said!

*You’re amazing.
*You’re beautiful.
*You’re inspiring.
*And your you–never change! 🙂 Xo

Oh my stars. This just made me cry. People have all sorts of motives for attacking others, and I can’t even begin to understand why they would target you: one of the most loving, generous people our blog community, and probably this world, has to offer.

I’m going to keep plugging your cause as long as I can remember to do so.

And I must add, that when I first saw your photo initially, I thought, “Gosh, she is so pretty,” and then I kept reading CCK and thought,”Gosh, she is so loving.” Personally, the second trait rates higher in my book anyway.

Stay strong, Katie. The world is better because of you.

Oh Katie…

YOU. ARE. AMAZING.

I hate negative anons. Why do they feel the need to be so negative? LAME. No one has the right to call you out, ESPECIALLY your AWESOME charity idea. Do not regret this post! It was a great one!

You are beautiful!
<3 jess
xoxo

Wow, Katie, I’m so sorry someone said that to you!!! Like everyone else said above, you’re beautiful (through and through!) and anyone who doesn’t see that needs to find some cyber glasses – and a heart – and take a closer look at you, girl!!

I can’t fathom finding anything bad to say about you, or this blog.

Keep up the good things you do and poo on bad comments!!!!!

Hugs,
Michele

Lame (the commenter, not you). I’m an omni – I thoroughly enjoy your blog and I never got any “fake” vibes coming from you. I can tell you that I have a friend with exactly your build and she’s far away from anorexic (she’s an omni as well with a healthy appetite for both meat and veg), so it’s not that unusual! You look v healthy, and even though you’re thin you can CLEARLY see muscle definition in your photos.

Hey Katie. I have commented on this blog a couple times before, but today I wanted to publish this comment anonymously. The reason being that I wanted you to be able to read at least one anonymous comment today that would make you happy. Even though someone felt the need to bring you down, for whatever reason, under the guise of anonymity, they will have to take responsibility for the hurt they caused you in one way or another. I have a feeling this won’t keep ya down, which is what makes your blog such a pleasure to read, how you keep true to yourself. You are beautiful, inside and out!

I’ve struggled with being judged for being slim my entire life, and (like you) I am especially prone to insulting comments because I like to eat a diet composed of almost strictly whole foods. Basically people judge me based on the premise that skinny+ doesn’t eat oreos, burger king, or donuts = anorexic. I totally understand how self-concious these comments can make you feel.
ps One thing that has really helped me gain a bit of weight are bowls of nut butter and dried fruit. Right before bed (when it has least affect on future appetite) I just mix about 1/2 cup of dried fruits like figs and raisins with a few huge scoops (maybe 1/4 cup?) of nut butter (imho roasted almond butter is best). Delicious, healthful, and a super-concentrated form of energy!

Hi Katie!
I have been reading your blog for a while but haven’t commented before, but today I felt like I needed to come here and say hi plus a few words for you.
First, you are beautiful and cute! Don’t ever pay attention to any of those people that talk to you like that as they don’t even deserve your attention, and most probably they are jealous as can be of your body and beauty, you can bet on that!
I am also very much into nutrition and health food and I just hate when people judge me by something I am eating or how I deal with my son’s food (I make all our meals, including the ones he brings to school – I am 30 and have a 7 year old son). I hate when they say “that’s why you are so skinny”, but trust me, I have also heard “I am so jealous that you eat that much and is so skinny”. That proves to me that people do say things like that because they are indeed jealous.
Plus, they don’t have the courage to show their face, and cowardliness walks right along with jealousy.
Those who love you and know you will do anything needed to keep you in a comfort place and support you on whatever decisions you have on your life, food-wise or not.
So just try to stay as healthy as you can, eat what you love and love your body, love yourself above all and that will certainly be enough to keep you going and strong to overcome those type of comments.
Sorry for the long post, I really just wanted to say I sympathize with you, a lot, and that you are not alone on this subject. But we are stronger than those who can’t even say their name, and definitely healthier too!
Your blog is really nice!
Ana

katie, I know you have heard this over and over again but the fact taht you posted exactly what is on your mind, shows just how strong a person you truly are. You have so many people behind you and are here to support you that its unbelievable. You have such a way of inspiring others and I am still waiting for the day that you come out with a cookbook of the fudge babies!!

the charity is amazing, and what you have done with some effort and passion is something I haven;t seen anyone do in a long time

keep it up and keep blogging what you feel!
xo

Awwww, sweetpea!!!! I am so sorry, and I really want to kick some anonymous rump!

I am completely shocked that someone would have the nerve to even THINK this operation kindness is a fabrication. Like, what!?! The thought NEVER crossed my mind!

And as someone who’s been reading your blog for, what, two years? I can honestly say that the first thing I think when I see a picture of you is “she looks like the nicest, sweetest person in the world.” And then I go on to ponder how you have such glowing skin and shiny hair. You are gorgeous, inside and out, and you need to know that. We all love you!

Oh, Katie, I just hate that someone has upset you so much with an absolutely stupid comment. You are one of the most beautiful, healthy, energetic, kind, wise, and generous bloggers I *know* and that accusation is absurd. Please put it behind you and know that your loyal readers are right here with you.

katie~ i look at the comments and supporters that you have and i feel so much joy for you. i am very happy that you felt that you could share a non-happy post with us. you have created this beautiful chocolate-covered community who adores you. i hope that the anonymous commenter will be able to find some happiness (chocolate would be a good start!) for themselves. my guess is that person must really be going through a hard time for them to lash out at you.

in the meantime, i am going to take the next few minutes to click all over your wonderful website….

p.s. i think you are a really special person!

Katie! You are beautiful inside and out! I can’t believe someone would say those things to you and honestly it is actually really sad if you think about how insecure someone must be to read about someone they don’t know and take the time to put them down.
I totally understand feeling judged and accused because of my body and my interest in veganism and nutrition and if you need someone to talk to I”m totally here for you (I always need a place to vent too!)
You don’t need to apologize in the least for writing what you feel on your blog, this is your site! And your feelings, whether good or bad, are totally valid and deserve a place. Just keep in mind that for every one dumb anonymous commenter, you have a hundred more that loyally read your blog daily (or multiple times daily!) and support you 110% in everything you do, from fudge babies to charities.
Keep your chin up girlie 🙂

You’re gorgeous, Katie…inside and out! Your heart is one of the most pure and generous I’ve encountered. I understand why the negative comment upset you and I understand why you wrote this post. Please don’t regret it; you did the right thing!

Ill tell you what, the anonymous whatevs…. yeah, the minute i find them in a dark alley I am going to feed them a completely anti-vegan diet and laugh as they develop the gout from all the chopped liver they ingest. I well then purshace every wheelchair and pair of crutches in the tri-county area and not provide them with one!

Revenge is sweet, almost as good as come fudge babies. Alright, nothing is that sweet…

Dear, sweet Katie.
I see you’ve already received more than 100(!) posts saying how wonderful you are. This shows how much support you have out there.

I love your blog. I think it’s wonderful that you show healthy vegan foods, it makes me laugh that you enjoy running so much (I loathe it and aspire to be like you one day) and your passion for changing the world is such an inspiration.

I know that the money you’re raising will go to people in need, and it never even occurred to me that it might not. Anyone who has read your blog can see what a genuine person you are. I feel sad for the anonymous poster who obviously is in such a bad way personally that she cannot see your goodness.

I hope this comment serves to put a smile back on your face, I think you are beautiful! And you are made even more beautiful by your wonderful, caring soul.

Aw, Katie, I am so sorry to hear this. I can definitely understand what it’s like to get negative comments about weight–I’ve definitely gotten “you’re propagating eating disorders, stop blogging” comments that honestly hurt me. What I can’t understand is how anyone could NOT see how truly honest and good-hearted you are; it is SO clear to me that your intentions in Operation Chocolate Covered Kindness are so honorable and commendable. Please know that I am here to support you:) Someday, we’ll meet at the PB & Co. store, chat, and eat peanut butter together.

Oooh Katie, I’m so glad you decided to post this! Don’t regret it for a second, you spoke honestly and from your heart, which is something we should ALL do. So, thank you!

I never thought you looked too skinny or unhealthy at all! It never occurred to me that anyone would think that until you mentioned it. When I see pictures of you I see a light shining from your eyes and a big smile on your face! You look joyful and happy, and that is the most important thing ever! You are a great advocate for veganism because you prove to the world that it gives you a glow that just won’t quit!

Fat, skinny, pretty, ugly, tall, short, none of it matters. What matters is if we are HAPPY and HEALTHY. I wish more of your nasty anonymous commenters would figure that out. Stay strong and happy my sweet chocolate covered friend!

hon, hon, hon!! You are beautiful!!! In all your photos you simply exude health and happiness.

Although its easy to say, you must ignore these negative people. I get told I’m anorexic all the time, people phone my mum up and tell her that and it can be awful. But I KNOW and those who are close to me know, that I am not. And that is what is important. You know deep down whether you have a eating disorder and it is not necessary for you to have to prove anything to anyone.

I don’t bother with those who don’t believe me – there is nothing you can say that will change their mind, they will believe what they want to believe. So you just have to get on with living your life.

It takes courage to actually admit your feelings and you were perfectly entitled to feel upset by anon. I identify with the feelings you have and it makes me feel less alone that others get subjected to the same type of criticism as me. I wish it hadn’t happened to you at all but in a way it helps me deal with it myself. The comments I make to you are really comments I need to say to myself!! You’re an inspiration and you help to make me stronger.

Katie – You are incredibly pretty, beautiful, gorgeous, generous, healthy, brilliant, and kind. You are an inspiration! You are MY inspiration to keep running – and I love it by the way. And, do you think fudge babies are a good post-run snack? They fit the profile…

Clearly, 132 wonderful comments already is reason enough for you to have confidence in yourself and remember that the 1% of people not brave enough to write their name on their comment and say mean things about you aren’t worth your time or effort.

Be strong, have a punpkin baby (oh, I cannot wait for the post!), and remember just how awesome you really are.

*lots of virtual love and hugs*

You are awesome, and if ‘anonymous’ had even taken one second to read your previous posts, she/he would have seen what a huge heart you have and what an incredible person you are. I am behind ‘Operation Chocolate Covered’ all the way, and I think what you are doing is awesome! You have such a great attitude about the comments too. 😀 Keep it up love, you are a great person. And pretty to boot!

You are sweet, kind, and beautiful — and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! It’s unfortunate that a few people have to be negative and take out their own low self-esteem on you. But on the plus side, that last anonymous poster helped you raise even more money for charity by inspiring everyone to write back in support of our beloved CCV! 🙂

i can’t believe people sometimes… *hugs* i’m sorry you have to deal with this schtuff… but i know you have a big heart and are so giving!!!

oh my goodness.. you are a super caring, giving, amazing person. Dont let the comments of one or two people bring you down! You are doing an amazing job! Hold your head up high and keep on rockin!!! =) I think that sometimes people attack things they dont fully understand. So you just have to keep going and follow your heart and do whats right for you. I hope you have a better day and dont worry about it! =)

Mle – Vegan sources of iron are easy to find: dark green leafy veggies, lentils, soybeans, chickpeas, nuts, etc. By the looks of her blog, Katie eats a varied diet rich in many of these foods. And, since her bloodwork came back normal, she is getting enough iron. I’ve been vegan for four years and my bloodwork has always come back normal too. It’s not as difficult as most people think. Hope that answers your question. 🙂

Ditto to all of the above comments. If i were ever to choose to procreate I could only hope to have a daughter as precious as you obviously are. Fat or thin–pretty or not, your inner light is the kind of pure happiness all parents say that they pray for when they imagine their children’s future lives.

Katie…..

I am glad you posted this. Eloquently put too! Don’t let comments get you down. = )))))

I’m a bit late on commenting just because I haven’t been on the computer so much lately but Wow Katie i’m sorry you have to endure these types of negative comments. On the other side you have so many supportive people, fellow bloggers and such who accept you for who you are not what you look like. You are a good person, you are funny(I love reading your posts) and are definitely educated on being vegan.

My son recently went to the doctor for a physical after being vegan for 2 years(he’s 11) and he is in great health.

Keep up the great posts!

Hugs to you! I think you look great and to boot if someone is so cowardice to post anon to critique they are awful and don’t deserve your concern! And props to you for CCK! I click for it 🙂

I am a reader and not normally a commenter, but your post made me so sad. I’m sorry that someone would doubt your intentions. Screw the anonymous reader!!!

Katie! Don’t be hurt by those nasty people who just have nothing else to do but darn themselves.
I think you look beautiful and perfectly wonderful. Yes, you might look a bit skinnier than others, but so what?
As you said, everyone who really knows you know that you are in fact super healthy!
Ignore the anonymous people and cheer up! Don’t even waste your time thinking about those folks.

Katie, I think you’re beautiful! I never for a second thought your fundraising efforts were questionable and instantly thought, “wow…Katie’s awesome, she cares about people, and unlike most, is making something good happen!” So, keep up the great work, lady, and keep on rockin’ the veggies. You make me smile, both upbeat and downbeat posts alike.

What’s so bizarre about Tracey’s post is that I also used to have an eating disorder, and after becoming a vegan to get a grip on my relationship with food, I would read your blog in order to feel BETTER about myself. Your blog definitely helped me out when my roommates, who chose to look the other way while I was hurting myself, also ostracized me because I no longer ate cheese. You were a better friend to me than the girls I lived with, and you didn’t even know I existed. So screw Tracey. She clearly needs to be seeing some kind of therapist so vent this anger towards, because something tells me you aren’t really what her fight is all about. Keep writing!

Oh, Katie… I was away all weekend and while catching up on blogs saw this post in my Google Reader. First of all, the amount of time and love you put into the blog should be apparent to ANYONE who reads even one post, and there’s no way to falsify that. Anybody who would accuse you of something so horrible is out looking for something mean to say, and represents the opinion of .000001% of your readership. 😉 The rest of us love you and your blog and know that all your charity efforts are driven from nothing but the most pure-hearted generosity and care for others. We’re blessed to have you! *hugs*

You’re awesome okay? 🙂

I can’t understand why it is so unacceptable to make rude comments about a person’s weight if they are heavy, but ok to say cruel things about trim people. Besides, too much emphasis is placed on our outward appearance- true beauty comes from within!

Stopped by your blog to help raise money for the cause and happened upon this post. It upset me so much reading what that person wrote. What a downer … You are obviously trying to help people in need and that person is trying to ruin your positivity. Just know this – you are an strong amazing woman!

Katie, I doubt I will add anything that hasn’t already been said(I didn’t read any of the previous comments)

But we live in a cynical world, and cynical times.

Unfortunately, there are people who use the label of vegan as a cover up for eating disorders. You can find them all over the internet in ‘pro-ana’ communities.

There are mean spirited, and well meaning people who will of course assume or insist you are anorexic or unhealthy, but at the end of the day?

You know who and what you are and those people don’t matter in the least.

I’ve posted it before on here, but when we went out to eat you ate more than me and that is a special accomplishment. Especially for someone who is probably half my size!(I weigh 200 pounds if anyone else wants to bother you just send them my way, and I can always use a snack)

About the fundraising– again– cynical times, cynical people. Especially on the internet. It’s to be expected someone would think or accuse someone trying to do something good. Such people are one of the reasons I’m no longer involved in AR at all.

Live right and know it. If you can sleep at night knowing you are living a good life as a good person then that is all that matters.

Katie, sometimes people are just retarded. They will post negative comments because they want to get a rile out of people, they think it’s funny, and they can hide behind their computer screen. I would imagine anyone who does so is probably pretty insecure in themselves, and are using this as a way to make themselves feel superior. True, no one can know 100%, without a doubt, for sure that you will give the money to charity, but are we all so skeptical and jaded that we think everyone is just doing things for themselves, is scamming, or whatever? I would think not. Let them think what they think, and leave it be.

And if only people could appreciate everyone for their shape and size as they are, and not assume they know that someone is obviously anorexic/bulimic/compulsive eater, etc. You just can’t know that for sure by some pictures and words on the internet.

Katie, I just have to amen to the whole blogging DOESN’T make money! I’ve put more time and effort into my blog than probably what’s good for me. And it is purely out of love for what I talk about (veganism).

Keep up the good work spreading the word about veganism. I know how one negative comment can just really wreck havoc with your brain, it’s happened to me too, and you just have to remember there are so many people who benefit from what you do!

You are beautiful and every post reveals your true, kind heart. Keep on writing please!

Katie I just found your website YESTERDAY and I fell in love. At first I couldn’t believe all these recipes were so healthy and they still looked DELICIOUS! I think you’re doing a great thing here for people who want to lose weight, or eat healthy, or gain weight without just eating calorie laden processed junk foods, like me. I’ve been called by anorexic or skinny by my own friends, and sometimes they get so jealous they call me big or fat, just because I’m tall and skinny. I’m working on trying to get some new friends that will accept me for my chocoholic self. Anyone who tells you you’re too skinny, you’re NOT healthy, is wrong and totally not worth the pain or the embarrassment.

Between stimulus and response there is a space.
In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response.
In our response lies our growth and our happiness.

I hope you don’t regret your post -it is a superb and honest response. Lastly, to quote Dr. Suess -“Those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind” STAY positive and happy. You’ve increased my awareness about not only delicious vegan food but also about the double standard for people being dubbed too skinny versus being dubbed too fat. Thank you.

Katie im a big girl an wether your big or small some fool got somthing mean to say. You keep doing you. You are awsome and pretty dangone creative, thanks for all the great recipes. We love you.

Old post I know, but it still pops up on google :/
Katie, your the most healthy looking person I’ve ever seen. People who accuse you of having an eating disorder, don’t know how what people with eating disorders look like.
And. btw….you’re extremely pretty….and have gorgeous hair (envy)
@->—

My teenager is uncomfortably skinny, we call it. And although puberty has given her a bit of shape, she gets nasty comments from friends and strangers. A lot. She isn’t unhealthy. She eats. A lot. Thank you for this post. Every time you hear a negative comment, remember you are not alone. Hugs!