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monster
Citizen
Username: Monster
Post Number: 96
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 1:00 pm: |     |
I don't think that at least one box of each is too much, is it?
Can't wait to try the new "Double Dutch" cookies, and to eat some rich chewy "Samoas", and those peanutty "Do-si-dos"
Whew, I think I need to get some fresh air, I'm sweating over here. |
SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 320
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 1:41 pm: | |
So you're a cookie monster! Little known info about GS cookies: All cookies are not created equal. Essex Council gets their cookies from Little Brownie Bakers. Other NJ Councils get cookies from ABC Bakers.. some cookies have different names, some are completely different cookies. At any rate - Little Brownie Bakers is FAR, FAR, FAR superior to ABC. So.. let the buyer beware - thin mints are SERIOUS business!! |
vor
Citizen
Username: Vor
Post Number: 146
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 1:50 pm: | |
Growing up in a house full of boys we never really experienced GS Cookies. (My mother was the candy lady in one of the kiosks at Kresges Dept stores, so we had tons of Swedish Fish, candy watermellon slices, choc covered everthing) Now I'm the father of Maplewood Girls Scouts/Brownies/Daisies I can't believe how many people actually love this stuff. I bring them into work and people actually get mad if I run out.
My vote Thin Mints-eh but Samoas and Do-si-Dos-YUM |
JJC
Citizen
Username: Mercury
Post Number: 184
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 1:55 pm: | |
There's a thread on obesity in the soapbox. You might want to check that out and then substitute fruit or veggies... |
SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 321
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 2:06 pm: | |
One very enterprising father & daughter stopped by our office with "leftovers" after doing a booth sale - he went home with an empty car! The biggest selling point is that it's only once a year, some companies come close, but still can't match the flavor of your favorite GS cookie and although the price is heafty, the money goes to support your local troop, council & camping facilities and Eagle Lake Camp. JCC - see "only once a year note" - just factor it into the WW points and you'll be fine. |
sac
Citizen
Username: Sac
Post Number: 892
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 2:23 pm: | |
Actually, that's Eagle Island Camp, but the kudos are definitely appreciated.
Although order taking is ending today or tomorrow for this year's sale, you can expect to see Girl Scouts setting up their "booth" sales at the train stations and other high traffic locations in both towns come March. Hopefully (for the sellers as well as for the customers), the weather will be a bit more cooperative by then.
Re "once a year" - At my workplace, you can get Girl Scout cookies a lot more often than that, especially if you are willing to buy from scouts who have the "other baker" versions. Each council selects their baker (from the 2 or 3 that are licensed by the national Girl Scout organization) and also sets their sale dates and prices. There are a few flavor variations, so I haven't tried the ones they have that we have, but I often buy a few of the "other" flavors from co-workers. |
monster
Citizen
Username: Monster
Post Number: 97
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 2:25 pm: | |
Here's the Little Brownies Baker cookie page,
http://www.littlebrowniebakers.com/cookies/cookies.html
I had thought about putting a page up online and selling them for my daughter, but then I read the FAQ and found that it's strongly frowned upon. |
mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 2677
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 2:35 pm: | |
I think the government is not taking care of us properly by not banning these cookies. They're fattening.
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Brett
Citizen
Username: Bmalibashksa
Post Number: 628
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 2:39 pm: | |
When the time comes I will be in the market for some Girl Scout cookies. Seeing as how I don’t know any girl scouts I’m in the market for a local “Dealer”.
When are they on sale and how do I get some? The police would most likely frown at a “Girl Scouts Welcome” sign on my door.
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monster
Citizen
Username: Monster
Post Number: 99
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 3:17 pm: | |
Brett, LOL, I agree, I'm sure the sign wouldn't fly.
My daughters order is due tomorrow, but if you wanted to order say,
Thin Mints
Trefoils
Samoas®
Do-Si-Dos
Tagalongs®
All Abouts
Lemon Coolers®
Double Dutch®
at $3.50 a box, email me and tell me what and how many, that is, if you don't mind me stopping by to drop them off. the cookies or supposed to be delivered to us on or about the 21st of Feb.
Cookie descriptions, http://www.littlebrowniebakers.com/cookies/cookies.html
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bookgal
Citizen
Username: Bookgal
Post Number: 467
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 3:22 pm: | |
I am sorry but you really are not supposed to solicit orders on line..this is explicitly forbidden...NO soliciting orders or selling on line. I am sure your offer is just in fun but the other kids have to comply with the rules.
Brett, I am sure you will be able to buy cookies at the train stations in either Maplewood or South Orange and at other venues. Good luck. |
sac
Citizen
Username: Sac
Post Number: 894
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 3:48 pm: | |
bookgal beat me to it ... Although girls are allowed to email family and friends about the sale, website or other online postings are strictly prohibited for both safety and fairness reasons.
On weekend mornings during March, you can usually count on seeing Girl Scouts in Maplewood Village and probably similar locations in South Orange. On weekday evenings, especially Fridays, you will likely see them at the train stations.
If you look in those places, I'm sure that you will be able to find some.
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SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 322
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 4:08 pm: | |
So Brett - you need to begin a new thread "Does anyone know where I can order Girl Scout Cookies?" and then put "please private line me if you have any information" in the message portion. Thereby it is the "sellee" that's soliciting, not the "seller". |
monster
Citizen
Username: Monster
Post Number: 100
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 4:19 pm: | |
hmmmm, I'm not a girl, nor am I a scout, I don't really have to worry about my safety much, and I will do what I please. And if you don't like it, you know where that place is that the sun doesn't shine....
I really could care less about anyone asking me to order cookies for them, I have other things to do, I was just being polite.
If you want to complain about this thread go right ahead and have it removed, it wouldn't be the first I've had pulled, and I never complained about it either.
I could go on and be less polite, I can be pretty good at that, but I've got somewhere to go.
Hope you enjoy.... |
SoOrLady
Citizen
Username: Soorlady
Post Number: 323
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 4:50 pm: | |
Brett - do not buy your cookies from monster - clearly not a scout since the last post is void of any semblance of their motto, oath or creed. Wonder what monster will do when his/her young scout becomes a teen and says, who cares about rules, I will do what I please - you did! |
Ukealalio
Citizen
Username: Ukealalio
Post Number: 391
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 5:36 pm: | |
Here's kinda a fun thread drift, sorta on the topic.
Anyone ever hear NRBQ's (Best rock and roll band on the planet today and I'm including the Stones and the Boss) song, "Girl Scout Cookies "?. Hilarious song and it rocks like nobodys business. |
wharfrat
Citizen
Username: Wharfrat
Post Number: 934
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 6:24 pm: | |
Uke-
I've always been a fan of "RC Cola and Moonpie." |
Ukealalio
Citizen
Username: Ukealalio
Post Number: 395
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 26, 2004 - 6:33 pm: | |
Another great tune:
"I don't want no spare-ribs, no pygmy in disguise. But everythings gonna be alright,with an RC Cola and a Moon Pie".
And don't forget-'Howard Johnstons got his Hojo Workin". |
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