Office Time Travel

Contrary to popular belief, spending the bulk of your day stuck behind a desk at work is neither enjoyable nor desirable. Especially when it forces you to miss a workout the day before weigh in morning. Grrrrrr! Of course I'm referring to the refreshing 11.5 hours I spent at work today. Holy my goodness! Waaaaaaaaaaaay toooooo long!

This post is going to be short and sweet because my brain is tired and I just want to relax for a bit tonight.

Let's back it up a bit.

BREAKFAST (meal #1) at 9:30am.

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/4 wheat bran
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• (Microwaved and topped with 1 tbs Better N' Peanut Butter and a mix of golden and regular raisins.)

I started eating this bowl at 9:30 and was still eating it at 10:30. I kept stopping to answer emails and would forget about it. It got all cold and weird but I still ate it. I HAD to. It was oatmeal!!

LUNCH (meal #2) at 12:30pm.

It seemed like lunchtime rolled around in the blink of an eye today. It's that rare phenomenon known as "Office Time Travel".

I had a honey wheat FlatOut wrap with spinach, alfalfa sprouts, peppered turkey and smoked ham. On the side I had some sugar snap peas and a SUPER juicy pear.


It was after lunch that I made the WORST DECISION possible. I decided to leave for a bit of a break and went shopping with Ann and Target. WHAT WAS I THINKING!?!?!? Insanity ensued as soon as I got back to the office. I opened my emails and almost passed out.

:-O

I was so engulfed with work that I completely forgot to have my snack at 4:00. INEXCUSABLE! I just had no time. Ann tried to pry me away to go to the gym but I had to pass. I just kept on working... working... working...clear through till almost 8:00pm. Just a lonely little soldier, carrying the email flag for all mankind. HA!

I was STARVING by the time I got home. 8+ hours had passed since my last meal. You all know this is NOT like me. I eat every 3-4 hours on the average. I swear I felt lightheaded.

DINNER (meal #3) at 9:00pm.

I quickly fried (with Pam) up two eggs over easy and also seared some ham lunchmeat in the same pan. I had two open faced lettuce, egg and ham sandwiches on a toasted Ezekiel wheat bun. I need to eat whole eggs more often. I was drooling. These were INCREDIBLE!


On the side I had the snack I was SUPPOSED to have at 4:00. A plain Dannon Greek yogurt with Udi's original granola and some pumpkin butter. Droolworthy. I've never had pumpkin butter with yogurt before. DELICIOUS!


Sadly, this was IT for eats today. I'm super tired (mentally drained) and I think I'm going to call it a night. SORRY IF I HAVEN'T COMMENTED! Trust me, I can't WAIT to get more free time so I can catch up with all of you. Don't you forget about me... Don't...Don't...Don't...Don't...HA!


Tomorrow is Friday. I CAN'T WAIT!

ONE more week before vacation. I CAN DO THIS! ;)

Miss you guys!
XOXOXOXOXO

Ildie

Booked Baby!

No, the title of today's post does not mean that I'm writing a book. In no way does it mean that I was offered a book deal because some brilliant publisher realized that I was a priceless little gem. I wish!!! BUT NO!

What it DOES mean is that WE DID IT! It's official. We booked an amazing vacation house on Ocracoke Island, NC and we leave in mid May for a week long getaway from life, stress, work and drama. I AM SERIOUSLY INCAPABLE OF CONTAINING MY JOY RIGHT NOW! I already requested the time off at work. I'm giddy! The insane list writing already commenced last night. There was no stopping me. The numerous (yes, numerous) lists cover many, MANY exciting topics. Such as...

1. What to buy before hand,
2. What to buy there (food wise),
3. What to pack for the car ride,
4. What to pack period.
5. What to do while there.

I love making lists! Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Here's a sneak peek from the rental property website.... (juuuust a mini teaser...) This is the view from the deck. AHHHHHHHH! I'm going to LIVE out there! So gorgeous!


Okay, please excuse my uncontrollable enthusiasm. We can now focus on some edible goodies.

BREAKFAST (meal #1) at 9:15am.

I had the usual "at work" morning feast.

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/4 wheat bran
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp apple pie spice
• pinch salt
• Splenda to taste
• (Microwaved to creamy perfection and topped with 1 tbs Better N' Peanut Butter, 2 tbs sugar free cherry preserves, 1 tbs ground flax)

I started making more lists for vacation in between bites. You know, just in case I lose the ones at home. (My list problem runs deep...)

LUNCH (meal #2) at 12:30pm.

I made a tasty little wrap in a honey wheat FlatOut with spinach, tomato, orange bell pepper and smoked turkey. On the side I had more peppers, tomato and a very ripe kiwi. Twas tasty.


Ann and I escaped Cubicle Shangri-La today and went to Target on our break. She needed a few items for her new apartment and I just needed a break away from my nagging computer screen. Mental breaks are so lovely.

SNACK (meal #3) at 4:15pm.

I enjoyed a blueberry Dannon Greek yogurt with a sprinkle of Udi's vanilla granola.


Alright people, it's official. I am in love with Udi's. I love the chewiness of their granola. The fresh scent of honey and vanilla in this mix was amazing.


The second I opened the bag it was like being slapped in the face with a vanilla infused honeycomb. Intense aroma, great flavor and perfect texture. LOVE!

After work we hit them gym hard. I was in the groove today. It was Bicep, Tricep, Shoulders and Cardio day. My favorite. ;)

WORKOUT!

Tricep Pushdown (cable)
80lb x 15
70lb x 15 (2 sets)
Bicep Curl (barbell)
40lb x 15
35lb x 15 (2 sets)
Front Shoulder Raise (barbell)
25lb x 15
20lb x 15 (2 sets)
Tricep Overhead Extension (Cable)
50lb x 15 (3 sets)
21's (barbell)
25lb x 21 (3 sets)

SUPERSET (3 sets)
Military Press (barbell)
35lb x 12
Upright Row (barbell)
35lb x 12

Skull Crusher (barbell)
25lb x 15 (3 sets)
Bicep Curls (barbell)
45lb x 9 ( :-0 )
Elliptical Cross Trainer
30 minutes, Uphill Challenge, Levels 6-18 (18 is insanity!)

Total time at gym = 1:12
Max HR = 178
Average HR = 147
Total Calories Burned = 650

SNACK (meal #4) at 7:15pm.

I refueled with a green monster smoothie as soon as I got home. It has been to long my beloved green beast. Far too long!

• 1 cup unsweetened vanilla Almond Breeze
• 1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder
• 1 banana
• 1 tbs sugar free Irish Cream Torani syrup
• 2 cups ice
• 2 cups spinach leaves

So good, but so cold. It almost hurt to finish it. ALMOST! Of course I managed because it was absolutely delicious! I just wrapped up in a blanket until I was done and then warmed up in a nice hot bath.

DINNER (meal #5) at 9:30pm.

I've been craving a warm bowl of creamy tomato soup for quite some time now. I finally gave in and had it tonight, seasoned with black pepper and cayenne.


On the side I had a grilled cheese sandwich. I made it with rye bread and fat free cheddar cheese. I like using rye. It adds so much flavor to this typical sandwich. It was delicious!


Time to go snuggle with the Mr. now. He's wrapped in a blanket and looks really comfortable. I want in on that comfort.

Lids are getting heavy. I think it will be bedtime soon.....
XOXO
Ildie