Off to visit family and friends for a long weekend (and finding some warmer weather while we are at it!!)
{I won't even start on dropping off our pooch at the kennel where we were greeted by lovely, sweet vets who took Ralph away and how he gave me the "oh. I can't believe you are leaving me here!!" look. :( }
Have a lovely weekend!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Warm Meal on a Cold Day
**It's by Lundberg farms (I think), I found it near the rice/couscous/specialty pasta section!**
Yum.
I made this Butternut squash risotto for lunch the other day. A combination of a few of my favorite things: butternut squash and risotto. It was a cold, blustery day and the warm risotto hit the SPOT. It's low-cal, low-fat and gluten free. It was creamy with hints of squash but not overpowering. I added a handful of green peas b/c I wanted to up my veggie factor and they added green to the bowl. P didn't like it - too mushy and not enough meat. What can ya do? More for me. (Because I was seriously close to eating the entire box - it was low cal enough though that I didn't feel guilty).
Off to drink some wine and watch Jon & Kate plus 8. I've been subbing the past few days and all I've gotta say is hats off to the teachers/mamas/full time working mamas because I'm pooped taking caring of myself, my man and my dog!
Have a good one.
Yum.
I made this Butternut squash risotto for lunch the other day. A combination of a few of my favorite things: butternut squash and risotto. It was a cold, blustery day and the warm risotto hit the SPOT. It's low-cal, low-fat and gluten free. It was creamy with hints of squash but not overpowering. I added a handful of green peas b/c I wanted to up my veggie factor and they added green to the bowl. P didn't like it - too mushy and not enough meat. What can ya do? More for me. (Because I was seriously close to eating the entire box - it was low cal enough though that I didn't feel guilty).
Off to drink some wine and watch Jon & Kate plus 8. I've been subbing the past few days and all I've gotta say is hats off to the teachers/mamas/full time working mamas because I'm pooped taking caring of myself, my man and my dog!
Have a good one.
Monday, February 25, 2008
I have a busy week ahead so perhaps not as much posting but I'll probably (definitely!) will make time to read.
I have to get ready for our trip next week (which is really a 5 day weekend) and for the first time board our pooch! We've always had friends and family to take care of him and this is new. I'm a little emotionally distraught but also worried because I didn't realize that these places filled up! Like, I need to be confirming a reservation ASAP. Yikes!!
I need to figure out how to post my camera phone pictures to the internet. Which, I'm guessing, would require me to add internet service to my phone (which I'm planning on doing) but it would also require me to get to the Sprint store. I try to avoid the cell phone stores at all costs. I'm constantly snapping away now and have some funny ones to share.
Speaking of funny photos, I believe we brought a little hillbilly to our new home this weekend. We've been looking for a couch forever. Finally, FINALLY, found one we both loved that would be our precious life long couch. From this designer. Just out of our budget at the moment. Credit card debt > couch happiness. BUT, we know what we want and it would be custom ordered (gee, expensive). In the meantime, we are dropping off some things at the local Goodwill on Saturday. Which is buzzing with people and clean. (Big difference from some I've been to). And filled with treasures! What do we see? But a couch in IMPECCABLE shape and with the lines we like. Impeccable as in my neurotic self scanned and sniffed, one tiny stain but otherwise, very well taken care of! The fabric = Grandma style (which I enjoy - not hating on the grandma's but not our personal taste). We have an armchair that was P's grandpa's that has the same lines and we've been planning on getting upholstered. This couch has a wingbacked look and would be fabulous for a formal living room in a great fabric. Done and Done. $60.00 later and we are the owners. Long story short, P got called to work both days this weekend* and didn't get home until we had an hour to pick up said couch. What does one do with leftover moving rope, ratchets and blankets? Strap old Grandma couch to the hood of the car like regular old hillbillies and drive the 1.5 mile verrrryyyyy slowly home. It was a spectator sport. And, I had a bluegrass cd in the car and we cranked it up. Oh, god I was laughing so hard!
**Speaking of weekend, not really so much because P was called into work both days, really figuring out and solving other people's problems. Personal life peeve = when hard work is not appreciated. I went in with him Saturday to help him write a professionally bitchy email. I mean, us English grads, what are we good for besides being able to write professionally bitchy emails and long blog posts!? Right? :)
Have a good week!
I have to get ready for our trip next week (which is really a 5 day weekend) and for the first time board our pooch! We've always had friends and family to take care of him and this is new. I'm a little emotionally distraught but also worried because I didn't realize that these places filled up! Like, I need to be confirming a reservation ASAP. Yikes!!
I need to figure out how to post my camera phone pictures to the internet. Which, I'm guessing, would require me to add internet service to my phone (which I'm planning on doing) but it would also require me to get to the Sprint store. I try to avoid the cell phone stores at all costs. I'm constantly snapping away now and have some funny ones to share.
Speaking of funny photos, I believe we brought a little hillbilly to our new home this weekend. We've been looking for a couch forever. Finally, FINALLY, found one we both loved that would be our precious life long couch. From this designer. Just out of our budget at the moment. Credit card debt > couch happiness. BUT, we know what we want and it would be custom ordered (gee, expensive). In the meantime, we are dropping off some things at the local Goodwill on Saturday. Which is buzzing with people and clean. (Big difference from some I've been to). And filled with treasures! What do we see? But a couch in IMPECCABLE shape and with the lines we like. Impeccable as in my neurotic self scanned and sniffed, one tiny stain but otherwise, very well taken care of! The fabric = Grandma style (which I enjoy - not hating on the grandma's but not our personal taste). We have an armchair that was P's grandpa's that has the same lines and we've been planning on getting upholstered. This couch has a wingbacked look and would be fabulous for a formal living room in a great fabric. Done and Done. $60.00 later and we are the owners. Long story short, P got called to work both days this weekend* and didn't get home until we had an hour to pick up said couch. What does one do with leftover moving rope, ratchets and blankets? Strap old Grandma couch to the hood of the car like regular old hillbillies and drive the 1.5 mile verrrryyyyy slowly home. It was a spectator sport. And, I had a bluegrass cd in the car and we cranked it up. Oh, god I was laughing so hard!
**Speaking of weekend, not really so much because P was called into work both days, really figuring out and solving other people's problems. Personal life peeve = when hard work is not appreciated. I went in with him Saturday to help him write a professionally bitchy email. I mean, us English grads, what are we good for besides being able to write professionally bitchy emails and long blog posts!? Right? :)
Have a good week!
Friday, February 22, 2008
TGIF
What to do when TomTom gets you lost? I've realized we have become extremely too reliant on GPS/TomTom/technology.
Example: Yesterday I had a "meeting" (def. not an interview but meeting with someone about teaching perhaps in the future - not really too exciting, but what I expected. And I know I shouldn't say this, but the person didn't give me a speck of enthusiasm and really put a damper on my impression of the place...but I digress) which was an easy drive. Heck, I looked at it on Mapquest and though to myself, ehhh, I'll take TomTom just in case. Seriously (and I don't know why) Tom had me swinging around through a neighborhood (a very scary lock your doors and take DOWN your TomTom neighborhood) when I could have stayed on the original road, looked UP and SEEN the darn place. Instead of racing around, cursing at TomTom and getting there almost late.
Anyway, I have some vague possibilities for part time jobs I'd like to try out - so good job vibes this way would be SUPER appreciated!
In other news, we are taking a jaunt down South to visit friends, family and P doing work things. He had to go and we thought we would make a trip of it for 5 days! I'm thrilled I get to see everyone b/c this was a little unexpected. Woohoo, just in time for my birthday!
I wish I could say we had great plans for the weekend but probably just the same old. P is putting in a lot of hours at work and just wants to rest on the weekend, which I totally understand. We usually "hibernate" during the winter weekends and then go out, weekend trip and do fun things in the summer/spring.
I've always thought it would be stimulating and sophisticated to live in D.C. and be among the Washington political lifestyle. All of the preppy political conversation (and shopping!) Oh my!
My political crush (whether or not I agree with him) is Tucker Carlson. Always with the bowties - I think he's adorable!
Example: Yesterday I had a "meeting" (def. not an interview but meeting with someone about teaching perhaps in the future - not really too exciting, but what I expected. And I know I shouldn't say this, but the person didn't give me a speck of enthusiasm and really put a damper on my impression of the place...but I digress) which was an easy drive. Heck, I looked at it on Mapquest and though to myself, ehhh, I'll take TomTom just in case. Seriously (and I don't know why) Tom had me swinging around through a neighborhood (a very scary lock your doors and take DOWN your TomTom neighborhood) when I could have stayed on the original road, looked UP and SEEN the darn place. Instead of racing around, cursing at TomTom and getting there almost late.
Anyway, I have some vague possibilities for part time jobs I'd like to try out - so good job vibes this way would be SUPER appreciated!
In other news, we are taking a jaunt down South to visit friends, family and P doing work things. He had to go and we thought we would make a trip of it for 5 days! I'm thrilled I get to see everyone b/c this was a little unexpected. Woohoo, just in time for my birthday!
I wish I could say we had great plans for the weekend but probably just the same old. P is putting in a lot of hours at work and just wants to rest on the weekend, which I totally understand. We usually "hibernate" during the winter weekends and then go out, weekend trip and do fun things in the summer/spring.
I've always thought it would be stimulating and sophisticated to live in D.C. and be among the Washington political lifestyle. All of the preppy political conversation (and shopping!) Oh my!
My political crush (whether or not I agree with him) is Tucker Carlson. Always with the bowties - I think he's adorable!
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Errands
You ever have one of those days where you have put off running errands for a long while and then your entire day is consumed with it? That's my day to day. Off running around! Busy week - looking forward to the weekend.
To brighten up this otherwise scintillating post, here's a Gap cardigan which I think is absolutely adorable and I would wear it all the time. Loving Gap and their return to bright, fun spring colors this season!
To brighten up this otherwise scintillating post, here's a Gap cardigan which I think is absolutely adorable and I would wear it all the time. Loving Gap and their return to bright, fun spring colors this season!
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Incredible!
Wonder how the hubby felt today when he unpacked his lunch and realized it was all in "The Incredibles" zip-lock sandwich bags I got on sale yesterday when I ran into the store to pick some up??
(I feel like every package has some sort of cartoon on it but I didn't expect it on the bags! Then again, this is a guy who enjoys Sponge Bob gummies soo....)
(I feel like every package has some sort of cartoon on it but I didn't expect it on the bags! Then again, this is a guy who enjoys Sponge Bob gummies soo....)
Monday, February 18, 2008
I went all Katie Holmes this weekend and got a bob n bangs haircut. Not the extreme bangs but the "side swept" bangs. I went to a new place (obviously) and just loved the girl and the place. Soothing, great music and just a great haircut for a reasonable price. And a neck massage. Cannot beat that and I love the cut, I needed a new sassy bob.
As I had a late appointment on Friday afternoon, we were chatting away about plans and Valentine's Day. She made the remark that I, as a married woman, had it so much easier than her. Dealing with men, dates and being single. And I felt her. I don't have the energy for that. I haven't been single in forever and I love being married and attached. But marriage requires work ma dear. Lots of it! I say that marriage is at the top of my priority list (because it most definitely is) but how come that is the easiest thing to ignore? We both want each other to be happy. Period. So then we tend to hold in our own emotions and feelings for the other's happiness, which just isn't a good idea. Especially being in a new place, with new job and stress. Arggh, weekend conflict. Oy! (But, the reason I love my husband is that we talk it all out and get it resolved).
Speaking of love...here's the recipe I posted about for Valentine's Day. It's super easy to adapt for your own taste.
Rachael Ray's Peasant Pasta
I've used ground turkey sausage and whole wheat pasta to make it on the healthier side. Don't get me wrong the sausage version is yum. And in my opinion , fresh basil makes anything delicious. I also made up a couscous salad this weekend. I like having it on hand for snacking or for lunches. I found a whole wheat couscous (in bulk) and chopped up some red onion, tomato and black olives. I tossed all of that together with a little olive oil and feta cheese. Mmmmm. I could eat an entire bowl of it - it is so good.
Speaking of good, this Bella Sera Rosso table wine is good and well-priced. I found a bottle on sale and may go back to get more. I usually have a glass or two of wine with dinner and this is perfect. I like the label too.
I started (unofficially) running last week and this weekend P and I put in our first run. Of course, we were over confident and ran more at first. By the end, we were like, "oh yeah, you good, too? yeahhh, let's not over do it." And totally sore the next day. But in a good way. I had the lovely experience of trying on jeans and seeing a muffin top that was definitely NOT there a few weeks ago. Back to running it is! I've been comfort fooding myself hardcore this winter and it shows. But, I'm excited and energized to get back into a real workout schedule. I am one of those people who totally feeds off of (and NEEDS) a real sweaty workout. It keeps me a more sane and reliable person. Now, I just hope the cold weather doesn't deter my motivation too much!!
As I had a late appointment on Friday afternoon, we were chatting away about plans and Valentine's Day. She made the remark that I, as a married woman, had it so much easier than her. Dealing with men, dates and being single. And I felt her. I don't have the energy for that. I haven't been single in forever and I love being married and attached. But marriage requires work ma dear. Lots of it! I say that marriage is at the top of my priority list (because it most definitely is) but how come that is the easiest thing to ignore? We both want each other to be happy. Period. So then we tend to hold in our own emotions and feelings for the other's happiness, which just isn't a good idea. Especially being in a new place, with new job and stress. Arggh, weekend conflict. Oy! (But, the reason I love my husband is that we talk it all out and get it resolved).
Speaking of love...here's the recipe I posted about for Valentine's Day. It's super easy to adapt for your own taste.
Rachael Ray's Peasant Pasta
I've used ground turkey sausage and whole wheat pasta to make it on the healthier side. Don't get me wrong the sausage version is yum. And in my opinion , fresh basil makes anything delicious. I also made up a couscous salad this weekend. I like having it on hand for snacking or for lunches. I found a whole wheat couscous (in bulk) and chopped up some red onion, tomato and black olives. I tossed all of that together with a little olive oil and feta cheese. Mmmmm. I could eat an entire bowl of it - it is so good.
Speaking of good, this Bella Sera Rosso table wine is good and well-priced. I found a bottle on sale and may go back to get more. I usually have a glass or two of wine with dinner and this is perfect. I like the label too.
I started (unofficially) running last week and this weekend P and I put in our first run. Of course, we were over confident and ran more at first. By the end, we were like, "oh yeah, you good, too? yeahhh, let's not over do it." And totally sore the next day. But in a good way. I had the lovely experience of trying on jeans and seeing a muffin top that was definitely NOT there a few weeks ago. Back to running it is! I've been comfort fooding myself hardcore this winter and it shows. But, I'm excited and energized to get back into a real workout schedule. I am one of those people who totally feeds off of (and NEEDS) a real sweaty workout. It keeps me a more sane and reliable person. Now, I just hope the cold weather doesn't deter my motivation too much!!
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