small step: optimal health

P90X is my friend
Tomorrow is the end of the 1st week
And Wednesday is a beloved day of rest
It's been good for the husband and I so far
Yoga was also a difficult workout
Today I did some chin ups with the husband's assistance
Tomorrow is Kempo whatever that means
From the looks of things it's martial artsish
But it feels like a major accomplishment to complete a week
So really what will my body look like 84 days from now?

in review

Here are my thoughts on

32 Candles
Ernessa T. Carter

This book grabbed my attention from the moment I started reading
And I am a sucker for the underdog so I kept reading
There were moments I didn't appreciate and where I contemplated
Setting the book aside and not returning to it
I am not a fan of profanity and vulgarity at all
It has profanity in and lots of sexual scenes
But my tolerance is less than most
I think it would be an interesting movie though
I did like the book
The characters did come alive
I would have liked it better without the aforementioned things
I don't use profanity ever
I don't think it adds
I tend to think it shows a lack of creativity and vocabulary
I know some would disagree but that's me
So overall I don't know if I would recommend the book to anyone

random rambling

It's winter in Illinois
And we right in the middle of the alleged storm
That's supposed to start tomorrow
So the husband and I went to Super Target
Just to get a few items we need in case tomorrow is too crazy to go
And boy was  it wild in there
I guess everyone else got the memo that the world was coming to an end
There were completely empty sections of the grocery portion
People were running around frantically to get the last whatever
It was Y2K like

Today at my job they re passed out the phone tree
In the instance that school cancellation calls need to be made
They cancelled after school for tomorrow and Wednesday
But made mention  that it would be back on Thursday
My husband's job that caters to elderly clientele
Is cancelled till next week

And the randomest thing of all is that this is Chicago
Things never shut down for bad weather
So I  have half a hope that it might actually snow
And we might actually get a snow day
But my rational mind is saying it never happens
We may get 19 1/2 inches but somehow because of
Planning ahead schools will still be open
Only time will tell

in review

Here are my thoughts on

Thank God I'm Natural
Chris-Tia E. Donaldson

I don't even know why I picked up this book
I usually am not into natural books because
I feel like they are very opinionated and not always factual
And they don't cover anything new

So this book was similar
The 1st chapter was her personal hair story
The next 6 chapters were only beneficial to new naturals
Or possibly those woman who always flat ironed
I was disappointed
I did like that it had pictures with the sections
One portion I really disliked was the 10 greatest moments in hair history
I kinda thought it was more of a mockery
So if you know nothing about natural hair
Read it and you can learn something
If you know a lot don't
And that is all I have to say about that

sweet saturdays

Today was full
P90X at 7 am
Our church anniversary brunch
Housecleaning and laundry
Babysitting the niece and nephews
Then my little cousins come over as well
I did get some reading in
I got through about half of Clean Food
I caught up on Tuesday's Biggest Loser
And I finally packed up Christmas
I know right it's almost February
But I love Christmas
I feel like our house is more cohesive
When decorated throughout like Christmas
There's a woman at my job who loves Christmas
So much so that one of her bathrooms is decorated year round

small step:devour life

Having a positive outlook is never overrated
Getting up at 5:30 and working out has been good for me
I feel fresh all day
It's like the workouts blast away the fatigue and sluggishness
But also because I got things out of the way in the a.m.
The evenings are blissful
No wondering when to get in fitness time and being exhausted
So I'm catching up on my reading
I reserved several books at the library
Tonight the husband and I are having a library date
Our neighborhood library is quite special
It's fairly modern, has all the amenities, and cozy features like a fireplace
And it's open till 9 on a Friday night
So I'm reading and writing and he's preparing for the class he teaches
I like being together and I'm also enjoying working out together
This a.m.'s workout was tough
At times I was like when is it going to be over
It had some fun times too
We shall see about day 3 


I love the library and free stuff
I got 5 books tonight

I'll let you know my thoughts on each one

Incoco

Plum Quartz

24 Karats Cracked

My thoughts so far on Incoco
I was super psyched but alas somewhat indifferent now
I put them on Sunday
They are supposed to give 14 days of wear
I will probably take them off tomorrow night
But should have today
Which gives me 5 days of wear
I bought 2 packages which is supposed to be 2 months wear
So I will utilize the other portion of the opened package
If there are no improvements

I will return the other half

Some fingers still look good and a couple are half chipped off

I was unable to get a clear picture because the polish has sparkles

that hair thing

Hair pics

small step: optimal health

So 5:30 arrived this morning and we were ready
We did the P90x Chest & Back and Ab Ripper X
It was refreshing after it was over to have the exercise out of the way.
We finished up a little before 7
So I had to book it to get ready and make my lunch
But overall it went well
I had a great day I never felt sleepy
I still don't think that Chest & Back is that hard
(note: I did the chin ups with resistant bands)
The push up portion is challenging if you aren't used to push ups
I plan to be able to add the pull ups before the end of February
Tomorrow is Plyometrics
It reminds me of my track days
We'll see what I have to say about that tomorrow

small step: devour fuel

So I have officially been converted
It's almost February and I'm in love
I have been eating fruit for breakfast everyday
And eating scrumptious salad
And my new fav
veggie deluxe sandwiches on sprouted bread
I mentioned yesterday about my market visit
I had the best salad today at lunch
I might even love vegetables more than fruit now
It is interesting to have cravings for things that are good for you
So the raw adventure continues to unfold
And I notice things
For instance there is a connection between what you eat and how often you eliminate waste
I am more aware of that now
And then because I keep track of my food
I can consider whether a certain item is worth it
Especially if it's been 12 hours and no sign of it
So my goals for February are to integrate more raw recipes

random rambling

I did not go to work today
Which is probably how
Scratch that it is how
I got so much done today
Normally I don't get home till 9 on Wednesday's
I also went to this market and got tons of veggies
And fruits and I do mean tons
I got 28 items and spent $28 and change
I am so excited I have a new place to indulge
They had a wider variety as well

I also went to the library and got some more books

And we are supposed to start P90 tomorrow
All the other equipment came today

So I'm off to sleep since I have to get up at 5:30

that hair thing

I broke down and got my hair done today
I tried a new spot Naturale Hair Salon and Spa
I just called and said can you take me today
I thought if they say come on now I'll go
Guess what they said...


So I got a blow out and trim 
Why? Because I really needed a trim
And the braider only works on the weekends
So he ended up trimming about 2 1/2 to 3 inches
He showed me to get the okay to cut it
I was momentarily slightly annoyed at myself
Because yes it's been about 5 months since my last trim/cut
And prior to that was 8+ months 
Which is why I have to keep getting trim/cuts
But now that I found a place I like I can get back on my 3 month schedule
The guy did a really good job and was personalble
He also gave me some tips and tricks
They also do massages, facials, nails, and feet
So I will be back probably soon for the nails


Anyway my hair looks really good
And some length survived
I am super excited about healthy ends
It's funny though I don't feel like myself with straight hair

random ramblings

I'm not feeling too hot today
I had a great day at work
Finally got a new computer
Today my keyboard stopped working on my old one
But this evening I started feeling blahish
Then I remembered I felt kinda nauseous on the way back from the field trip
So here I am pretty much ready to eat a bit and go to bed


Yesterday I did a P90x preview
It went well
We didn't have all the equipment the chin up bar and such hasn't come in yet
The Ab Ripper X was difficult
And I also did parts of Chest and Back
It seems like it will make a difference
We shall see
That is all for now

random ramblings

So I found my husband's birthday present

I think he'll really like it

Sometimes men are interesting when it comes to gifts

We shall see on February 5 what the verdict is

So last night I did an Ondemand workout 

That left me sore this morning

It was a Jackie Warner one

I had never heard of her before yesterday

It was very isolative on muscle groups

It was also long

But the isolation and length are I think what make it hard

Whereas the Jillian Michaels ones mix muscles which adds some relief 

But doesn't cut out intensity or difficulty

So if you live in Chicago 

They hype has taken over

The Bears play the Packers later today

And the winner gets the golden ticket

We're going to a game party after church

But even at my job there was pre game drama

My boss loves the Packers and she played their theme song

You could hear a chorus of boos throughout the building

She wore green and yellow all week

She even brought a cheese head to work on Friday

But the Bears fans showed up loud in proud as well

I am a neutral in regards to this game

But since I live here I slightly prefer the Bears

So we'll see how it turns out


Life is good
I feel the most focused and relaxed of my life
The only thing I need now is to find a stylist who really knows 
Natural Hair

It seems that the natural hair movement is in full force
I've been natural for 8 years
I have done my own hair the majority of that time
But I got trims and colorings by professionals
But in 2011 with every black magazine featuring articles 
More and more celebrities wearing natural hair
The majority of black women in commercials wearing natural hair
Where are the people who know how to do it
I'm not against random people that have skills
But I want a professional that has an actual salon
I want a reliable person who doesn't pretend to know what she doesn't
Is that too much to ask?

sweet saturdays

Today was great
It's not over yet
I'm going to workout as soon as I finish a post
Today has been eventful
I cleaned the house
I went to library again
I got a book of raw recipes
Once I finish it I'll post a review
I went to the post office
I went to my cousin's house
I watched some episodes of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
(which explains why I'm working out at 11 something)
I watched a movie Julie & Julia with a friend
(which further inspires me to try some of the raw recipes)
We received P90x in the mail today
But it was on the front step
So I didn't notice till my friend came over
So I'll be starting that next week
I typed some reports and did laundry
I redid my hair
Since it has been brilliantly cold
I have only been washing my hair when I know
I don't have to go outside till it's dry
But I have also been trying to wear styles to stretch
Out the wear time
But I wore a twist out all week
So today I just dampened and add some Shine & Define
And retwisted in large twists
Today was good
I also cleaned out the fridge
I will add that to my weekly routine

Today's another brief update
I got up at 5 something
I made smoothies and had a banana for breakfast
I worked out Jillian M's 30 Day Shred It
We went to Chick fil A for dinner
We were supposed to watch my niece and nephews
But I am so tired so I'm kinda glad they cancelled
Anyways I'm off to dream land

small step: devour the WORD daily

So I know your like have you even read the Bible?
Yes I read everyday but I have been having trouble
Getting the time to post daily
So this post is really yesterday's inspiration


Acts 9:10-17 ~NKJV
Now there was a certain disciple at Damascus named Ananias; and to him the Lord said in a vision, “Ananias.” And he said, “Here I am, Lord.” So the Lord said to him, “Arise and go to the street called Straight, and inquire at the house of Judas for one called Saul of Tarsus, for behold, he is praying. And in a vision he has seen a man named Ananias coming in and putting his hand on him, so that he might receive his sight.” Then Ananias answered, “Lord, I have heard from many about this man, how much harm he has done to Your saints in Jerusalem. And here he has authority from the chief priests to bind all who call on Your name.” But the Lord said to him, “Go, for he is a chosen vessel of Mine to bear My name before Gentiles, kings, and the children of Israel. For I will show him how many things he must suffer for My name’s sake.” And Ananias went his way and entered the house...


So when looking at this scripture 
It made me think of witnessing to friends,
family, coworkers, neighbors, etc
We often feel intimidated to approach those closest to us
Why???
It may be because we think we know what they will say
Maybe because we think the response will be negative
Maybe because we think we aren't the ones to lead them
Maybe because of our doubt in our ability to wield the word


Regardless when the inkling comes to share
How do you respond?
I usually respond but I can be slow
Slow because I am thinking of all the possible outcomes
But Ananias had what we would all agree is a legitimate concern
He had to deliver God's message to the same man responsible for killing people like him and in this instance might have been seeking him directly


Ananias stated his fear but did as God directed
And we all know the story of Saul/Paul
He did exactly what the Lord said
He brought the gospel to new places literally


If Ananias can face the threat of death
Can I not face ridicule, apathy, a cold shoulder?


So when the Lord speaks 
Demonstrate your faith 
Move exactly and immediately

whirlwind

Life is super busy right now
I keep feeling slightly awkward
That I cannot post to my full potential
Or even half the thoughts I think
I think as of late I'm averaging 1 post a day
So life is a whirlwind
But since it's almost the weekend 
I hope to check up

random ramblings

Trying to decide what to get the hubster for his birthday
His birthday is in a few weeks
I'm considering a watch and/or shoes
So while I'm typing he says "I need a Maverick's jersey"
I had thought about getting him a Cowboys jersey for Christmas
But ended up going another direction
Hmmm that's a thought
Last year we went to Lake Geneva to a resort
It was a surprise getaway


Anyway today was great


So today and yesterday I had a good sandwich
I bought some sprouted grain bread at Trader Joe's
So I had an avocado tomato spinach sandwich yesterday
And today an avocado tomato spinach green pepper
It was good and filling and felt good for me


So I weighed myself yesterday
I gained .8 over the last week
But I think it's because I have been working out again
And utilizing weights as well
The hubster ordered p90x this week
So I shall start that 
I'll post reviews with my thoughts

h & g

Today's one of those days
That I feel like crawling in my bed
And watching TV
Like Food Network or HGTV
Till I get drowsy
So that's what I'm about to do

Sweet Dreams

p.s. I had a good day. I just need to chill

sales sales sales

So I went to the mall today
I got some cute moccasins for $17
I also got some Incoco nail strips
There was tons of stuff available
There were tons of great prices
But nothing grabbed my attention
I saw some dresses or half of them 
That I really liked 
So once again I am inspired
To start sewing soon 
Well soon as in the summer
If I keep telling myself that summer 
Is coming soon
Maybe it actually will come soon

MLK day

So I had a fabulous weekend
I broke my streak of everyday in January so far
But such is life
Yesterday we had my bro and sis in law and their kids
And my cousin her husband and their kids over
We had a  great time
A houseful of little people livens up any party
I love my family
When the husband and I were cleaning up
And resting ( 6 kids 4 and under)
I was thinking someday we won't be the only ones without kids


In other news the husband asked me if I had lost weight yesterday
I wore a skirt that I haven't in awhile because it was too tight for church
And I can now zip the dress I wore when he proposed
But I have more to go before I can wear it

I have been consistent with my working out
And staying true to the fruit for breakfast
This morning I had 1 banana and 1 clementine
After a bit I did Jillian Michaels 6 week 6 pack
Later today I am going to challenge the Mr. to a Just Dance 2 battle

breakfast fuel

Friday
1 yellow apple
1 red pear

Saturday
1 red pear
2 clementine oranges
(minus the pieces my husband stole)

library adventures

So today at the library
I randomly picked up
The Number 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
I had heard that it was good
We don't have HBO
And since I had a fresh library card
I had to get something
Anyhow I watched the 1st and 2nd episodes
It's a really good show
Jill Scott and Anika Noni Rose do wonderful
It fits a niche that TV is missing
Then I find out I am about to get addicted to a show that is no longer airing
I love the backdrop of Botswana
It makes me want to visit Africa
I love love love the fabrics
I have visions of designs using those type of prints
I am ready to get sewing
And the music ( I wonder if they have a soundtrack)
The good thing is there were 7 episodes in season 1
So I have 5 more to go
I will try to ration them
But I'm not making any promises

that hair thing

Twist out results from 2 week old small twist

sweet saturdays

I always feel great after a workout
Even if it's practically or actually back breaking
I love the feeling
I love pushing farther than before
And I love it when your body shocks you and muscle memory checks in
All this being said is why I think I could tackle a marathon
I love running
And even though it's further than anything I attempted
I'm up for the challenge

fantastic friday

Today was great
Friday's tend to be
It's the last day of the work week
Work went well
I had fantastic hair
I love the random volume of a small twist -twist out
I finally got my book The Raw Food Detox Diet in the mail
So I can commence rereading tomorrow
I also plan to get a library card and a family video account tomorrow
I got the brilliant idea to rent wii games from a student
Then I purchase what I like
Now I am about to work out
I am trying to keep my 3-4 days goal
I am only 1 day in this week

I'm sleepy
very sleepy

breakfast fuel

Today's 
1 yellow apple
1 clementine orange

reality entertainment

So I watched Biggest Looser tonight after church
I missed it last night
But thankfully ondemand had my back
I just get encouraged watching it
Like nothing is impossible
Like my random hangups are holding me back
I already mentioned how I feel fresher more alive and focused in 2011
So I am trying to release all the unnecessary fluff


In other news the rumor has become true
the iphone will be joining the Verizon family
I am probably a lifetime Verizon customer
The customer service is out of the this world
And now they can officially say they have the best phones
I love apple so I will probably get an iphone
That shows you how much I love Verizon 
I didn't leave just for the iphone


I also had a fabulous day at work today
God is great!

small step: devour life

I am getting back into the swing of things
I have gotten up before 7 am everyday this week
Last week that was an issue
I need to find a balance between vacation life and real life
My life can very hectic
I had surgery on the 27 of December
I had my follow up all clear appointment yesterday
So I can commence regular life
I had a good workout routine prior
I had planned to workout yesterday but we ended up visiting urgent care for the husband
Nothing major just major time sucked up
Tonight I didn't get home till 9
Then I had paperwork to do for work
Tomorrow is bible study
But Thursday it's on
My 2011 goal is to work out 3-4 days a week
I can manage if I do Thursday, Friday, and Saturday this week
But a typical I like to Monday, maybe Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
The husband is warming up to the idea of a half marathon
That's saying something
Sometimes I feel like I work, go to church, and eat and sleep
And do nothing else
I want to integrate more
I plan to blog daily in 2011
I used to journal consistently Jr. high through college
I think it's really interesting to look back over several months or a year and see what was on your mind
Anyway time has come and gone
I gots to go
Sweet dreams

breakfast fuel

Life is crazy busy
So here's the update on my raw breakfast pursuits

Saturday
I had eaten all the fruit I had in the house
So I ate a spinach, tomato, onion, green pepper omelet
Then went shopping and bought fruit
So I had fruit for lunch ( 3+ hours after breakfast)
I had 4-5 strawberries and 2 clementine oranges

Sunday
4-5 strawberries 2 clementine oranges

Monday
1 clementine
4-5 strawberries
1 banana

Tuesday
1 red pear
1 clementine
These I had around 6:30
At 9:30 I had another clementine
At 12:30 I had a banana



Note: When your fridge stinks clean it
I attempted to eat some strawberries this morning
But they tasted like the fridge smelled
So I didn't push the issue
And I actually cleaned it last night
But I ended up being a day late and a dollar short

2011 goals

I have mentioned some goals in various places
Here is the collective list

Embrace rawdom ~ eat raw breakfast and snacks
Read more
Run a half or full marathon
Sew a garment
Write a children's book ~ I have 1 billion ideas in my head. My husband gave me the challenge of writing 3 books
Blog daily

That's all I can think of for the moment

random rambling

Along with my desire to make some garments
I want to run a marathon
I never have done anything remotely close
I ran track in college
I was sprinter though the longest I ran competitively was 400m
the longest I've ran period is 4 miles
But I think it would be fun and an trying to get the husband to join me

In other news I lost 3 pounds over the past two weeks
I attribute it to the raw breakfast
I haven't worked out since before Christmas due to my surgery
so that's cool
I'm not weight obsessed but I like to be in a certain range
And so slowly but surely over my first year of marriage
I was getting further away from my ideal range
I have weighed between 130-135 since high school
In 2010 I reached high 140s
I definitely enjoy fitness and healthy eating
But I hadn't been engaging much because life is random
But in 2011 I'll make time

sew random

I had an epiphany today
I want to learn to sew
I was looking on Amazon for a book
And randomly decided to check what they had in sewing
My mom taught me how to sew when I was young
I used to make barbie clothes and hair scrunchies 
But I get really good ideas (I think) for dresses or clothes in general
And I can't usually find what I like in stores
And at times I have trouble fitting clothes how I like
So I saw some really cool sewing books 
I still have my old sewing machine (at my parent's house)
Or I might need to upgrade
But I plan to start for real real in the summer

nothing much to say

Today was a good day
Today was a long day
I have things to say 
But no time to say it
I need to get back on my sleep and wake routine
So in order to go to bed 
I'll finish the weekend update tomorrow
Sweet dreams

sweet saturdays

I love Saturday's
You can be lazy, busy, on a mission, or whatever
I love that you have options
Saturday's are usually my only sleep in days
Saturday's are often my hair days
Saturday's are great days for shopping marathons and what not
But Saturday's are sweet because you can create whatever you like


Today the husband and I mustered up the energy to reengage the DMV
Success was granted I have an updated driver's license
Target was visited and I got some cool wall decals
I'll post a picture when they're up
Housecleaning commenced
But lots of chilling


I have plans with a friend for a random moviethon
Life is sweet especially on Saturday's

small step: devour the WORD daily

John 20:29 (NKJV) ~ Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed


What an amazing thing to see the resurrected Christ
We can judge and wonder why Thomas didn't believe
But I know I've been more like him than not 
Nothing is impossible with God Luke 1:37
Anytime my faith wavers I'm allowing myself to doubt
I get caught up with focusing on my circumstances and what I see
I need to focus on God's abundant faithfulness and the unseen
God always confirms His word

reality entertainment

Personally I think there is a lot of garbage on TV
And reality TV is included
But I enjoy some of reality TV 
Particularly HGTV and Food Network
But this week I watched the Biggest Loser season premiere
I like this show because it matters 
Peoples lives are improved 
Anyway while watching I was just so thankful
I was thankful for God's grace on my life
I have never had major health issues
I have never battled with my weight
I have never had a bad body image
My mom had us eating healthy my entire childhood
And inspires me to continue and improve as an adult
I am so blessed
Obesity is a major issue in America 
But it's not active in my household 

breakfast fuel

Today's breakfast
1 yellow apple


On Friday's someone always brings breakfast to share with everyone else
So once I got to work I also had
1/4 an orange
1/4 a red apple
1 cluster of green grapes

random ramblings

Day two at work went well
I ended up being real tired half way through after school
But I survived
And I learned I need more snacks for during work
breakfast 

1 kiwi & 1 red pear

+ a banana
lunch 
salad


snack
1 carrot 1 celery stalk


I had Sun Chips right before after school started


I would have been fine if I was able to leave work at 3:15 
But the breakfast is still holding me over fine

small step: devour the WORD daily

God has blessed my family exceedingly and abundantly 

There have been times during my married life when finances were strained

But I learned that God was my provider when I was single

There were times when He carried me through that no nature means could account for

But I learned the lesson on a deeper level as a married woman

I know that our income does not determine how we live

So we claim freedom from debt and pray to be good stewards with what we have

This week the Lord worked in mysterious ways

My husband thought his checks were going to be a certain amount

But in fact both were doubled

It seems that every time it seems like things are going to be tight

A door opens to relieve 

God is faithful

When you put your trust in Him you can experience the abundance of His grace

Consider Exodus 16:35 God provider supernatural bread to the Children of Israel for 40 years

He can handle my little woes

Pray about everything the Lord listens

Philippians 4:6-7 

random rambling

It's the weekend Yay!
I am so ready for nothingness on my agenda at least until Monday
So yesterday I had some posts to edit but then the husband decided to take an adventure and me with him
We didn't get home till after 11 and with my already off schedule body I was unable to finish them
So either later tonite or tomorrow I will complete all of Thursday

I had to go the DMV today to renew my license
I wasn't really looking forward to it
It always seems as if the whole world is always there
Today was no different
I waited 30 min
Finally my number was called
And then the dude told me I needed two pieces of mail to change my address
He said they changed it from 1 to 2 last year
I only had one so I made my way back to my car
life is random

I'm about to go run some errands
I need to pick up a gift card,
drop off my wedding at the jewelry store
get a new fingernail polish
and get a treat

that hair thing

last time I had a stylist

So I have natural hair
I have for 8 years now
I usually do it myself 
My old schedule was trims everything months by a professional
I have this love hate relationship with stylist
I love it when I find a good one
I hate it when they leave the shop, move to another state, or disappear
Unfortunately it happens to me a lot
So in 2011 my husband said that he wanted me to get my hair done more often
I am fine with that especially now that it takes several hours to do some styles
And some styles I  used to do I don't because of hair length and length of time
But now comes the most difficult part finding a new stylist

small step: devour the WORD daily

Wednesday's are extremely long days
They are enjoyable but long
I leave the house around 7:30 I work till 3 then have after school till 5:30 then have to be at church at 6 and get home around 10
So on Wednesday's the Word will probably come from Bible study excerpts

random heavy storm in one small area

Tonight we talked about Miracles- God's Extraordinary Providence
A miracle can be defined as an event manifesting divine activity that is other than the ordinary process of nature. Miracles are expressions of God's freedom, love, and power. A miracle points to the fact that God is valid in all that He says.

Some scriptural references
1 Kings 17:1-6
2 Kings 4:1-7
Exodus 16:14-36
Luke 1:35
and many many many more

But look in your daily life for the miracles
Miracles are not a thing of the past
I have witnesses some amazing things
God has done miracles in my personal life as well
Utilize God's supernatural power to encourage your faith

back in action

So I had to work today
It was extremely hard to get up
But  I made it
Wednesday's are also my longest day of the week
But hey it's half over (the week)

random rambling

Another benefit of being on break
My husband called and had a specific request for lunch
I made it while listening to some Latin rhythms
(I am really into world music this year)
I love vacation
I also made a superb salad for my lunch
(Which I haven't eaten yet)
I had a snack around noon of 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks