No, I am not looking for a date. But I mean if you know of any free guys out there I am game. Ha… but seriously.
Bad moods can linger or at least I can feel too defeated to try and change them. What a better reminder than what I am loving this Wednesday to remind me that with every uphill there is a downhill.
- My morning runs. I have been exhausted by the end of the work day so granted have made it to no workout classes. Instead of feeling bad about this, I remember how much butt I kicked in the morning heat. How is it so freaking hot even at 6 am? Whatever, I sweat, I come back, I love it.
- Learning the ropes. Today was an eye opening day at work. I went to all three High Schools in DC that we have Build classes in (Roosevelt, Maya Angelou and Eastern). I got to meet 2 of the 5 teachers that I will be working with closely all year. Most of all, I got a feel for where I would be. Not going to lie, I was freaked out. Metal detectors and police officers at each entrance. Being the minority. Them telling me I need to drive to the schools because walking is too dangerous. Most of all, I worry about the kids liking me. I am not their teacher, I am there to be their friend and guider through this program. I want them to like me so bad but worry at the rocky introductions in September.
- Foodie pen pal box came. Um, wish I could disclose now but I can’t. Let’s just say I am currently suffering from a sugar coma.
- Making lists. I have a lot going on right now between everything. However, the lists are making me feel more in control and calmed down. I have a grocery list (using all of your tips) for this weekend, a weekend to do list, a Bikram class schedule… I could go on.
- Wearing work clothes. Whoa did I just say that? Yes I did. The girl who freaking hates getting dressed is loving the clothes I have been wearing. Wooo hoooo.
- Coffee. Plain and simple. My morning coffee I make is the jam. Black with a few drops of Vanilla NuNaturals Drops and I’m set.
What I am not loving….I had to go there.
- Feeling run down and dehydrated. I don’t know if I am just not to this humidity but I haven’t been feeling so great. Low energy, slightly dizzy during the day. This could be a lot of things but I think it is also dehydration.
- Stomach problems. My eating has been bad, not bad but too little. My stomach has been doing crazy things and nothing is sitting well. Got to figure this out stat so I can up what I am eating. I think it will help with my energy.
- Sugar coma. I went too long without eating and all that I had available with sugar. Enter the gross, guilty feeling that has defended. I hate these moments. Stupid Alex.
- Crappy apartment internet. I mean seriously, this post may be picture less because I can’t get the internet to stop being so spotty. I barely can read my reader. Grrrr. Irks me so much.
It surely is hump day. Tomorrow is my last day of work for the week so I know I will be itching for tomorrow night.
GIVEAWAY WINNERS PLEASE CONTACT ME ASAP OR I WILL HAVE TO CHOOSE NEW ONES TOMORROW NIGHT. That is all.
Questions: What are you loving lately? What are you not a big fan of right now? What lists are you making?
I love the positivity! I love working out the morning, I’m just not motivated enough after work!
I am the same way, after work it is the last thing I want to do.
I have been feeling stressed out and a little lethargic, so I’m loving long walks where I can clear my head. If you are dehydrated and having stomach problems you may wanna switch to black tea instead of the coffee.
Hmm good idea. I have actually never had black tea. I love long walks, they do clear the head.
You are my hero for working with children. I am so intimidated by the idea of it. You’re amazing!
The heat & humidity is getting to me too. I feel tired and rundown but hopefully will adjust in a few weeks. Loving being able to keep the windows open all day long though!
Aw thanks! I agree the windows open is my favorite thing but the humidity gets to be killer!
haha I feel you with the whole guy thing. d: The kids will love you!
Ha, glad you can relate to that one. I hope they do!
Way to keep positive about your morning runs!
They really start my morning on the right foot.
I like your “bright side” list! Morning runs–props to you..I need to start doing that soon in preparation for an upcoming tri! Let’s see…lately I’m loving Zumba! I am not loving my individual project I’m working on for a class
OOhh a tri. I give you credit for that. That is one of my things on my fitness bucket list that just seems so impossible. Cool you found a zumba class, they can be a hit or miss.
When I feel stressed out or overwhelmed with…well life, I just put on my pjs and read a good book. Right now I am reading Under the Never Sky, and it def keeps my mind from wandering off. I have also been experimenting in the kitchen a lot.
I need to start experimenting more in the kitchen, I think it will be a good mix up for me.
I am the ultimate list-maker…love it
! Way to go on your morning runs…sometimes getting up to run can be so unpleasant but the feeling after more than makes up for it!
Agreed, I always remind myself that when I am lying in bed under the blankets. haha.
Loving caramelised popcorn (omg!) and loving spin classes. Not liking my knee injury and not liking the cold and rain (I am in Australia).
Whoaaa hold the phone, that popcorn I want! Eek sorry about the injury. Feel better soon!
Wow, your job sounds intense. I hope it goes well!!!
When will it stop!?
I’m loving my new workout programme (just mixed it up a bit!), and am definitely feeling the burn by mixing it up. I’m not enjoying the endless endless rain we’re getting
Ugh, we have had sun the whole week with one day of rain. I just hate rain. I need to switch it up bad but kind of lost on how to do it. Glad you find a new jam!
I like your bright side list and your analogy about the hill. That’s a good one.
I wouldn’t be too freaked out about the metal detectors and stuff. Yeah, I do agree that’s a little scary, but I have friends who went to schools like that and they’re great people. Most of the kids there are probably great kids and the school is trying to keep them safe. Glad you like wearing work clothes too- I love seeing my husband wear his on his way to work, hehe. I just wear shorts and t-shirts, lol.
Ya, I think I just need to try and stay relaxed about it. If they see that I am uncomfortable, they won’t have my respect. Plus, I wore heels yesterday. Bad choice.
Agreed- fake it until you make it
. And get comfy shoes!
So freaking true.
aah I love these lists!! it’s so great to sit down and write out all the things that are bugging you, and just sort of use that to “vent”, and then counter it/make yourself feel better by writing all the good things. I’m soooo glad you’re loving the work clothes! I will admit to feeling huge relief when my future roommate/coworker answered my email and was like “oh yeah just jeans and a tee in the office is fine. you can wear running shorts if you want” hahaha WIN. And blehh dehydration sucks – it’s probably contributing to your stomach issues too, especially cuz sugar draws water into the stomach but if you’re dehydrated…ouch lol. What I do in the summer is I just throw some Nuun tablets in my water, or mix it with powerade zero – the electrollytes really do make a difference!
Dude that is awesome! that is so casual, got to love that. I need to try those Nuun tablets because I seriously chug water all day and am still thirsty. never a good thing. Thanks for the suggestion.
for every up there is most definitely a down, and i love that you showed both sides. makes me feel like i should go revise my post hahaha
sorry the humidity is getting to you, i know all about that. the only good thing is that no matter how far or fast you run you’re guaranteed to be drenched! haha.
I know the humidity is killer. For me, I have to do both sides. I would lying if I said I was always butterflies and rainbows. ha!
I love morning runs and work clothes
I’m going shopping soon to get more. Congrats on your first week of work!
They seriously are what get me through the week!
I always make grocery lists… I make other lists but dont stick too them very well. Shocker that food is the only one I do! haha
Haha, I love making grocery lists because when I get in there I get so distracted with all the other good finds.
boo to the bad list! But it is exciting you are starting to learn the ropes of your new city! I want to hear more about your job, I feel like we may do similar things!
Really? That is so cool, I would love to meet someone in a similar field just to get their more experienced perspective.
I am a huge fan of lists, except when I lose it…trying to remember a list of things proves to be difficult sometimes. I am loving all the fresh and local fruit hitting the farmers market lately. I’m not loving the fact that I’ve been in a “funk” this week…I’m hoping to snap out of it before the weekend.
EEk I hate funks but I feel ya. I have had one looming for far too long.