Making a better ME Monday, 01/11/2016

Goals are subject to change without notice, right? I am trying to only have fruits and veggies this week. As such, I didn’t prepare any eggs and such. I came to work prepared though! I have 2 juices (DS15 prepared juices for both of us last night) for snacks and I brought Borscht that my sweet DH prepared last night. I also brought an apple, banana, 2 halos, broccoli and baby carrots and carrot chips. I thought I would steam the broccoli and carrot chips. Tonight, I will likely put together a veggie soup and some roasted veggies. If anyone has other suggestions, I would love to hear them!

We got up (as a family) and tried to go to the Rec Center. By the time we arrived, however, all the machines (aside from the stair steppers) were taken. We are trying to come up with a schedule that works for everyone, and we really thought getting a workout in first thing in the morning would be the best option. However, unless we are waiting on them when they open, I’m not sure we’ll be able to get a machine. I just want to make sure we get some sort of workout in.

Our weekend was good overall. We purchased a freezer so I'm excited about being able to get some casseroles prepared and get some additional foods prepared for future use. I am excited about being able to make food for my family and not have to worry about eating out so much!

Hope you are having a great week!

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