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This week has been a little tough. I’m working my way through some things (honestly, who isn't?). I have a lot of tough decisions to make and the fact that I have to make them is not sitting well with me. I’m not making a sad post LOL I am actually focusing on the highlights of the week so here goes: 1. I finished 2 books and officially hit my goal of reading 24 books in 2020!!! The books I finished this week were The Wives and The Vanishing Half. Both books were sooooo good! I'm always down for a book discussion if anyone has read either of them. Also, a book I pre-ordered became available! 2. I napped in the calm room. I had been having trouble sleeping so I set myself up in the calm room and slept for a little under 5 hours!! I woke up so confused...that's always a sign of a good nap. Between the black out curtains, the storm outside, the mental exhaustion, the new rug, the weighted blanket, the tower fan, and the Simpson's playing in the background, I had no choice but to sleep well in there. 3. I worked out everyday except for one and set new records on my exercise ring. I received new information about my diabetes that gave me an extra boost of motivation. 4. I had a book club meeting with some of my best friends. Of course, we didn't just focus on the book. It was so nice to catch up and feel connected to more of my people. 5. I helped my grandma with a computer issue. This may seem minor, but I stepped outside of my comfort zone and answered my grandma's call. I helped her fix her computer and told her I loved her. Sometimes, I can't talk to people and I was so happy to be able to talk to her like I would've before all this. 6. I honored my boundaries while also trying to open myself up a little more to things that were once normal. 7. I cooked more than I have in a while. Working out is making me think twice about what I'm eating. 8. I met with my therapist. She really spoke to my soul this week. I'm so happy that I did this for myself. 9. I finished Master Chef. This one is bittersweet. I feel very accomplished, but now I don't know what to watch. I learned a lot about cooking techniques and flavor combinations from watching this. I actually cooked with shallots this week LOL 10. I rearranged my room. I've always been one to change things around from time to time. I felt like my room wasn't working for me anymore. I am so pleased with how it turned out! So the week wasn't perfect, but there were definitely some sweet spots! What were the highlights of your week?
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This is a story about how I set out to follow a simple routine and it turned into a whole ordeal. I submitted my Shipt order around 1:45PM for pickup between 3PM and 4PM. I took a little nap and woke up at 2:30 hoping I didn’t miss any messages from the shopper. I hadn’t received any messages and I didn’t think anything of it. It was a relatively small order, I figured it would only take about 15 minutes to gather the items. Usually, when I submit a Shipt order for Meijer, I get some Popeyes, which is across the parking lot, wait in “my spot”, and eat my chicken while I listen to an audiobook. I get to Popeyes and realize I don’t have my wallet. I waited to get to the window, so that I could tell them I would be right back. They were so grateful that I didn’t just drive off. I go home and if I knew then what I know now, I would've stayed there. But anyway I go to the speaker and tell them I placed an order but left my wallet. The speaker lady tells me to go to the window. I got to the window and the window lady tells me to go repeat my order at the speaker. I drove out of the parking lot, super annoyed. Then I was like no, I want my chicken!!! Then, as she’s handing me the chicken, I notice the girl boxing up chicken doesn’t have a mask on. I didn’t think much of it...until I got to “my spot”. I asked Siri to remind me to call about that the next day. I’m sitting there, listening to my book and staring at this box of chicken I don’t want to touch until it’s been heated in my oven, waiting for my shopper to contact me. I started getting concerned when it got to be 3:59 and my order that I should’ve been picking up at that point hadn't even been started. I called Shipt and they called the driver. They said she was on her way to the store and she was about to contact me. I’m like...hmmm. This routine pickup isn’t going very well. Then I looked up at the sky.  My initial thought was “wow, look how pretty” then, as I realized I was sitting in a car...MY car, I started internally freaking out. The clouds were rolling in the sky.  I started seeing scattered droplets on my windshield and that’s when my Shipt shopper finally texted me and I couldn’t believe what she said. I had been very upset that this was taking so long, as I had plans for how I wanted my Sunday to go.  When I saw what happened to her, I felt empathy. Things happen. The last thing on her mind was completing a Shipt order. While I empathized, I still felt annoyed by the whole situation. My own assumption was the reason I was sitting in this storm in the first place. I should've just waited for the confirmation from Shipt before heading out. I really thought the delay was due to the small order. I couldn’t believe I had so many small inconveniences for something I do regularly. I ended up waiting about an hour and a half for my groceries. It took so long, that I drove home in very little rain. The storm passed. When I got home I was so...exhausted. That experience was surprisingly draining. I immediately preheated the oven and put the chicken in and I wiped everything down. I made the best smores and the best margarita. I was over it by the time I took my first sip. Ignore my little mess of cords back there LOL  As always, thanks for reading! And look for the recipe to the margarita on my instagram page!
I have been forced to learn a lot about myself during this pandemic. I’ve always valued my time alone, so I was very surprised to find that I struggled being alone during this time. It was something I didn’t see coming. Despite my struggles, I have found ways to keep myself going. These are ten things that have helped me keep my head above water. These are in no particular order... Streaming Services- I’ve watched so much tv and it has soothed my soul. I had been watching my reality tv, (Growing Up Hip Hop and RHOA) but I finished them. I finally see why yall always talk about cooking shows. Master Chef and Master Chef Jr. are my faves.  My Therapist- I’ve wanted a therapist for years, but it took a global pandemic for me to realize how much I NEEDED one. She has been great to me. She’s very thorough and the way she connects one aspect of my life to another is insane. Searching for a therapist was difficult and I’m still in the beginning stages with mine, but she has been amazing!  Peer Support - Some peers haven’t understood my struggle, while others have truly showed up and showed out for me. I don’t know that I would be able to function without the support of my peers who understand and those who don’t, but are trying.  Books- I had recently rediscovered my love of books. I’ve really been intentional about squeezing in some reading whenever I can. I’m two books away from hitting my 24 book goal for 2020!! Some of the most enjoyable books I’ve read are pictured below. If you’ve read any of them, lets chat! I'm still reading the Vanishing Half... Baths- I have unearthed the beauty of baths! I’ve always loved them, but I underestimated the power of a good bubble bath. Don't let me have a good bath bomb, too! Talk about euphoric!! I take my books and the world disappears for a little while.  Cooking- I’ve always enjoyed cooking, but three meals a day...MAAAAAN! I’ve had to budget, plan, and wash a crap ton of dishes!!! I also ate a lot of fast food during this time for the days those dishes were just too much.  Driving- I try to drive a little each day to enjoy the freedom and to reignite the excitement of having my first car. My first car selfie was extremely unfabulous, but that's ok!  Drinking- I’m still me. Of course I’ve had a few drinks!! That 1800 Coconut changed my life!  Sleeping- Quality sleep has been hard to come by. I prefer to sleep at night when it’s dark, but my body has decided that we can take a little nap at night, but we sleep during the day. I’m usually asleep most afternoons.  Calm Room- I turned my bigger room into a Calm Room. It’s still in the process of being designed, but it’s functional for a few things. It’s where I workout and do my naked yoga, when I actually decide to be active. It’s where I go to enjoy peace and quiet, take naps, and just relax! Here are the beginner yoga poses that are hanging up in the Calm Room.  What are some things you've done to keep yourself going during this time? Comment and let me know :)
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