Gratitude Challenge 2013: Week 13

Oh holy heck is this going to be a rough week.  I am exhausted from the last few weeks of work and travel and on top of it, I am starting this week with a hangover–the hazard of being the only non pregnant girl at a bachelorette party.  *sigh*  Oh well, I have a four-day weekend upon my return from Ottawa–can’t wait.

 

Sunday: 03/24/2013

1. My hangover was gone by 5:30…thank goodness

2. I have a pretty new pedicure as per part two of the bachelorette party.

3. My hotel had AMC so I got to watch Walking Dead.

 

Monday: 03/25/2013

1. Went for a quick run through the streets of Ottawa after work.  Felt inspired by running around Parliament and by the Terry Fox statue (a Canadian hero).

2.  Had a ridiculously delicious and fun dinner with my colleagues from across the country.  Our group doesn’t usually do a dinner so it was nice to have one on this rare occasion.

3.  Random dude who followed me around at the bachelorette party and asked me out on a date (said no–wasn’t interested) apparently hangs out at the pub in my hotel  ACK!  Fortunately he didn’t recognize me without my “party” make up.  Thank goodness!

Tuesday: 03/26/2013

1. I woke up on time for work.  Given that there were some partying folks in my hotel–I consider this a huge victory.

2. Work was rather painless, despite it being 8 hours straight of meetings.

3. I got to hang out with my friend T again.

Wednesday: 03/27/2013

1. My last day of work for the week.

2. Great dinner out with my friends R&K, T and her soon to be hubby M.

3.  Had a pickled tink drink at the Hard Rock Café–despite the fact that they are no longer on the menu anymore.

Thursday: 03/28/2013

1 My last day Ottawa–spent it with my friend R’s wife, K.  Went for a lovely walk around her neighbourhood and grabbed some lunch before going to the airport.

2. Easy flight home–no drama–which was great.

3. I am home…and will likely be home for a few weeks.  Yay!

Friday: 03/29/2013

1. Met up with some friends for Driveway Beers and Pizza this afternoon.  Nothing more fun then friends, beer, pizza, and a fire pit on a friend’s driveway in mild temperatures (mild in my case means hovering around freezing point).

2.  Had my first uninterrupted night’s sleep since St. Patrick’s Day.  Was amazing.

3. Did nothing for the rest of my day–was lovely.

Saturday: 03/30/2013

1. Slept for 10 straight hours.  AMAZING!

2. Banana pancakes for breakfast.

3. Starting day 1 of getting back to the gym–the month of March has essentially been a waste in terms of gym time–no better day than today to try getting back into action

Much luv,

Leesah

 

 

Gratitude Week 6 and 7

Short and sweet–here are weeks 6 and 7:

Sunday (July 29, 2012)

1. True Blood Night with my friend L–rather than the big group, it was just her and I–and it was so peaceful and fun.

2. Got in a 5 mile run when all I wanted to do was bond with my couch.

3. Canada got their first Olympic Medal. Yay!

Monday

1. I only have 2 more days of work after today–the one positive about when you have to fly away for a friend’s wedding.

2. Survived a ridiculously sweaty run. I have to thank the men’s synchro divers for that one.

3. I allowed myself to feel sad and I won’t let it break me, my spirit or impact my long term happiness. I will embrace it and own it and release it when it’s ready.

Tuesday

1. I didn’t binge eat. In fact, I made rather good choices aside from one handful of dark chocolate chips.

2. I didn’t go shopping. In the past I have subscribed to the adage “when the going gets tough, the tough go shopping.” I am proud to say that i ended my subscription.

3. I worked out. I didn’t do anything crazy….nor did I run. I cycled, I walked on and incline and I rowed. Despite everything in my body, mind and soul telling me to stay home and wallow, I. Just. Showed. Up.

Wednesday

1. I am taking a positive step to stop living in fear by participating in the August Challenge on Oh She Glows.

2. I overcame the first step of my fear of flirting–I asked how! Lol.

3. I didn’t lose my mind when the dress I wanted to wear to my friend’s wedding in Windsor was a smidge tight-I packed it and one other dress–one just in case and the original to encourage positive choices.

Thursday

1. I have the means to fly to Windsor, ON to see a childhood friend get married.

2. I got to watch the Hunger Games on the flight to Toronto.

3.  I had no dramas in either of my flights–just stress free travel for a change.

Friday

1. I got up and worked out in the midst of insane humidity, heat and a sore back (air mattress).

2. Got to see Motown Records.  OMG!

3. Got to see Detroit and it made me appreciate the abundance in my life.

Saturday

1. My Dad.  He surprised me with tix to see Bruce Springsteen and the Minnesota Vikings for a dad and daughter trip in November.  Squee!

2. Family drama–though sometimes it feels like your family is the only one with it, that’s not the case and it makes you appreciate that you are normal.

3.  Healthy food options.  At home, I keep nutritious food around and that wasn’t the case while I was away.  I appreciate my home even more.

Sunday (Week 7: August 5)

1. I know I used it once, but, well, it’s true–I get to see my friend get married.  Happy day.

2. I managed to overcome my fear of flirting.  Now to develop said skill without the aid of liquid courage.

3. All of my “jobs” for the wedding went off without a large hitch…and the hitches encountered were easily solved.

Monday

1. I am grateful I will never be an alcoholic as this hangover was one of the worst and I’m now frightened of booze til at least Christmas.

2. Made it home drama free again–aside from one minimal delay in Toronto.

3. Greasy Food. I know, I know…just talked about unhealthy and healthy options, but really, what is better when you are hung over than greasy food.

Tuesday

1. My bed.  Despite waking up with back pain again due to the re-adjustment back from the air mattress to my bed.

2. My banked OT–was nice to call in “tired” and take the day.

3. Dexter.  Am. Obsessed.

Wednesday

1. Migraines are my worst health ailment.  They suck and I hate suffering with them…but it could be worse.

2. Though I hate my migraines, the physical illness and the newly appearing visual disturbances associated with them, the plus side is I got to watch more Dexter. (trying to look on the bright side of feeling on the verge of death).

3. Cherry Coke Zero and Trader Joe’s Organic White Cheddar Mac and Cheese–my migrane comfort foods.

Thursday

1. I finally got my butt to the gym–but barely.  Just show up was the mantra and I did the bare minimum…but its better than sitting on my butt, watching Dexter.

2. The Library–just put a bunch of holds on cookbooks I have lusted after on Amazon.  I cannot wait!

3.   Had a really great laugh with my dad last night.  I had forgotten about how great those are.

Friday

1. It’s Friday.  Simple, no?

2. Productive Friday.  Crazy?

3. Annual physical–and all is well.

Saturday

1. Chill day to myself.

2. Costco Trip–aside from it being crazy busy, I always enjoy!

3.  Made a delicious feast with treats from Costco.

 

What are you grateful for this week?

Luv Leesah