Yesterday was a weird day. I was lethargic and in a mood. The passing of time was agonizingly slow. I was hungry all. day. long and couldn’t seem to quell the beast.
It just wasn’t the best day.
After work I almost went home and surrendered to my crabbiness. I may or may not have eaten ice cream and watched some American Idol.
I actually kind of like the new judges. I’m surprised. I always fast forward through the bad singers. I just like the good ones. And Jennifer Lopez is so stunning it’s shocking. I had forgotten.
But then I kicked myself and realized that by loafing on the couch yet again, I was only feeding into the negativity of the day. So I got up and went to Body Pump.
A sweaty hour passed by and I felt revitalized. I needed that workout. Bad mood: conquered.
When I got home, I decided to have something resembling an actual balanced meal for dinner.
That’s hard to do when you’re in desperate need of groceries (and when am I not anymore?). But there are always eggs.
More specifically eggy cheese toast. I also decided to add some green vegetables.
Even though I’m partial to my brussels sprout cooking method, I was feeling lazy so I just roasted them in balsamic vinegar and a bit of agave. They were still quite tasty.
After eating I cleaned, started some laundry, watched more TV, talked to my mom – and before I knew it was after 9:30. The 8:30 bedtime is no more!
I got to thinking about it yesterday, and I think I’ve been going to bed so early to shut off all the stress and pressure I’ve been dealing with lately. Plus, I was sick. So I don’t feel as lame as I originally did.
And sleep really is good for the body and mind. I’m not complaining.
It’s Friday! Not complaining about that either. Lisa and I are going to do our long run for the half together after work, and then I plan on taking it easy again tonight. Hey, I never said I was a party animal.
Maybe Saturday… maybe.
What are your plans for the weekend?
Do you watch American Idol? Thoughts on the new judges?
Glad you are feeling a bit better girl! I don’t really watch Idol until the very end but I did watch that video on Chris Medina. Holy tears.
Oh my gosh, I know! So so so so sad.
I’m glad that you are starting to feel better. I did watch Idol. I think I am starting to like it better now. I just had to get used to the new judges. I agree with you, Jennifer Lopez is stunning!
No real plans for the weekend yet, except for coming into work for a few hours. I hope to do something more exciting than that
I’m glad you are out of your funk girl! I watched a bit of Idol last week with my roommate. I’ve never watched before, but I thought it was pretty entertaining. You’re right, the good singers are a lot more fun to watch than the bad ones. And I don’t think Jennifer Lopez has ever looked bad! She is flippin’ amazing.
When I was in high school I thought the 80s Steven Tyler was hot. Now I’m not sure what I was thinking. But please don’t judge me!
Oh I totally thought he was hot as late at the 90s. My first “real” concert was Aerosmith
Body Pump after ice cream? Haha that would be bad news for me, impressive. Glad you conquered your bad mood and are feeling better!
Yeah I was worried about it, but I felt fine. I was literally starving after work so I had to eat something… that’s my excuse anyways, and I’m stickin to it.
Nick’s parents are coming in this weekend and we have to do a few projects in our old house (they own it) – there will be lots of painting. should be fun?
I really like the new judges, too! I’m surprised, but I also think the new format is MUCH better (i.e., not so much on the bad singers and embarrassing them, more on the great singers they’re putting through and good stories).
Don’t you love how a good workout can pull you out of even the worst mood? Its awesome.
I’m surprised by how much I like the new judges. I have a whole new respect for Steven Tyler. He is a good guy. But has Randy Jackson always been that mean? I feel like he’s being super unfair and rude.
Haha, I know. I guess they feel like they have to have at least one mean judge or something. It doesn’t suit him though.
I love STeven Tyler as a judge. I think he’s funny and just in awe of everyone it seems like!
I actually don’t watch American Idol, and haven’t for about 5 years. I am curious about what the show is like with the new judges though!
I’m glad that you turned your day around and conquered your bad mood!
glad you’re feeling better. have a good run…i myself am running a half this weekend! yay!
Oh wow, good luck to you!
Hi Kacy! I’m glad you are feeling better. I stopped watching American Idol a few years ago (it got super annoying IMO) but I am tempted to start up again after hearing all of these positive reviews of it with the new judges!
I stopped watching Idol when they brought Kara on…I don’t deal well with change. Plus the whole show just got old for me. I do miss when it was good though.
Glad you are feeling better!
Oh yeah, I had no love for Kara at all!
We are going out tonight (Looney Bin) on a double date and then staying in Saturday nigh b/c I have my long run right before dinner planned.
I LOVE THE NEW JUDGES. I have admired J.Lo since “On the 6″ and seeing as how Aerosmith has been my favorite band since the 4th grade, well, you get the idea. Aerosmith was also my first concert ever- 6th grade. My parents ROCKED!!
Ice cream and Body Pump could cure any bad mood slump. Glad they worked for you.
Haha, yes. An unlikely combination, but it worked wonders
Unfortunately I don’t watch American Idol so I can’t weigh in on this topic!
This weekend though I think I am going to see No Strings Attached, do a little housewares shopping at Sur La Table, and on Sunday I’m running half marathon numero tres!
Have a great weekend!!
I didn’t think I would like the new judges…but I really do! Steve Tyler is different in person than what I imagined him to be. He is such a sucker! Some of those people would never have gotten in with Simon. But he really seems to have a heart, especially with Chris Medina… and wasn’t that girl at the end of the show last night amazing?!
My long run is tomorrow… 45 minutes and I am hoping I make it! Atleast it will be 70 degrees and beautiful!
Eggs always save the day!
I’m tellin yah, everytime I feel crappy or stressed and I’m able to talk myself into a good workout, it’s like the be all end all cure! lol It releases endorphines of course but theres def something else unexplainable about it. It just makes you feel like “yeah, I kick butt!”
Good for you!
Good luck on your run tonight, too!
And happy weekend!
You know, I don’t watch much TV period, but my Mum does. Idol is one show she always watches and I find myself completely enamored by Jennifer Lopez. She is completely classy, gorgeous, smart and just captivating. Glad I’m not the only one!
So glad you are feeling better! I’ve never been into Idol but throw So You Think You Can Dance on the tube and I’m in! Have a great run tonight. It’s absolutely beautiful!
I didn’t watch much of American Idol last year because it was kind of boring to me but this year it’s a lot better. I agree with you about Jennifer Lopez..She always looks gorgeous.
I need to do more breakfast for dinner…it’s underrated!
xoxo
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Glad you turned your mood around- it’s amazing how a good workout will do that! I’ve been dealing with some stuff this week and I really think my workouts have helped get me through it. And I’m glad you made roasted brussels- did you use tin foil???
Of course! It’s the only way it’s done.
I love Jennifer Lopez on Idol!
I am loving American Idol so far this season! I just started watching it last year but am hooked. I think JLo is such a great addition to the show too, I’ve always really liked her so I’m glad it worked out!
NICE! I love a good sweat to get me feeling good again. What is it about working out that is SO mood boosting?
Enjoy your weekend!
i haven’t been watching AI the last few years (i was a big fan for the first few seasons) but the new judges drew me in and i’m enjoying it again! i like when they don’t show the horrible auditions – it’s just mean and manipulative.
I like the new judges too!! I thought I would miss Simon more than I do … I realized that the show is about the talent, so it really doesn’t matter who the judges are … I would still watch it.