I’m not going to lie, I went into today with some lingering Sunday Night Anxiety.
I went into today thinking about how much I have to get done this week, how much I need to get done in the next few weeks so I can just relax on the beach in St. Croix.
Nothing spectacular happened today, but I was still in a fabulous mood, and I even still had plenty of energy by the time I left. I’m trying to focus on eating better–and less processed food–before I go to St. Croix, and even just focusing on that the past few days is already making a difference. (Or maybe there was more caffeine in my coffee than I realized this morning?)
I got a new haircut yesterday, and I felt like a new person walking into work today.
I stopped at a little boutique after my haircut, and got this sweater and bracelet with a gift card I won a few months ago, and they, too, put a little more pep into my step at work.
I got out of work at a decent hour, and did a bit of pre-Christmas shopping. Some people get sick of Christmas music by the end of the season, BUT NOT ME. I was basically grinning walking around Flatiron tonight.
I came home and assembled some leftovers into a meal. Rotisserie chicken, stuffing and string beans with almonds. I’m 3/3 for having prepared my own meals today, something that hasn’t happened in a while. I’m trying my best to stop spending so much damn money on food, despite being busy.
And I got this sweet postcard in the mail from the Army Ten-Miler. This little postcard reminded me of a really fun day with my friends and had a hilarious picture of me on it. It’s on my refrigerator right now, but it may go to work to be hung next to my Marine Corps certificate. Unclear.
Zooma Annapolis
I was recently selected to be a ZOOMA Ambassador for their Annapolis race next year, which means I will get a free entry in exchange for blogging about the race. I had a lengthy phone conversation with their founder, Brae Blackley, a few months ago, and she told me about how she quit her job in corporate law to follow her dreams and create a women’s only race. I love hearing stories about people who follow their hearts to do what makes them happy–especially when it involves encouraging others to adopt a healthy lifestyle. And I love crabcakes and football, and that’s what Maryland does, so I had to do it.
If you’re interested in running their Florida, Texas or Annapolis races, they’re offering 10% off today.
Oh, and they love chevron as much as I do. Deal.
How was your Monday? Are you doing any of the Zooma races? Are there any other race discount codes I should know about?
There are so many things I llove about this post, your hair, chevron, your home cooked meals!
Great job on the home cooked meals! I LOVE your hair btw!
I too have suffered from SNA! I make a list 1st thing in the AM with, have a cup of coffee and read some awesome blogs! Love the haircut!
Crabcakes and Football! that’s what Maryland does! sooo glad I get that movie reference LOL I live close to Maryland so I’m thinking of possibly doing that race…and also if i sign up you betcha I’ll be repeating that quote a million times
Cute hair!
I never get sick of Christmas music either. Love your hair & your outfit!! I always feel great after an update too!
Your hair looks amazing! If you don’t mind me asking, where did you get your necklace? It’s so beautiful!
I wish they did Zooma races in the UK.
My lovely friend Erica makes gorgeous necklaces. That necklace has all my marathon times on it!
That sparkly shirt is so cute. That is so neat that the race sent something out like that!
It was weird getting back to work yesterday! Love the hair cut!! St. Croix sounds amazing I am pretty jealous
I love that the Zooma race founder pursued something that truly makes her happy! I dream of that every day and hopefully am making my way there. This just makes me want to run a Zooma run so much more… Hopefully they bring one to Seattle next year!
Fantastic ‘do and new sweater! It’s the little things that make all the difference.
I hope it’s a great week for you and you get to be worry free on vacation
..forgive me. What is on the end of your sweater sleeve? When you posted that picture on twitter, I was like, did a pen explode on it? I must be missing something.
The hairs look lovely.
@Alyse: ha, no! It’s leopard!
I love that bracelet!! What pattern is on the sweater? Where is this little boutique? I’ll have to make a point to stop in next time I’m in the city!
@Maria @ Pappa Don’t Preach: Thanks! The sweater is leopard-print, and the boutique is in Brooklyn Heights, although I think they have it in Manhattan too.
FYI that Annapolis course is a hilly bitch from hell, especially the naval academy bridge, where you bake in the sun. So definitely include some hills in your training!
Annapolis is a beautiful city though and I’m sure you’ll have a great time!
I LOVED zooma last year and applied to be an ambassador (albeit too late) – this year i’m likely begging off since i don’t know if i’ll be in decent enough shape to run a 10k let alone a half marathon two – three months after baby schmidt is due in the world.
However! I will be there cheering you all on in my adopted hometown which I’m sure you will love as much as I do
You have GREAT hair, and this cut really shows it off!