After my lazy day on Thursday, I knew I had to get my ass in gear yesterday. I had a granola bar earlier in the morning and that was all the fuel I needed to do T-25. I LVOVE T-25. Even though it’s non-stop, before you know it you look down at the count down and you are already half way done. Yesterday I did dynamic core – I was able to do about 90% of it.
I’ll give you a nice boob shot. You’re welcome.
The darker pink tank I am wearing under my pink sports bra is awesome. It’s Nux brand, and I was given it a couple years ago from a company to review that then went out of business before I even got a chance to review it! I love it because it holds the muffin top in place when I work out and it’s super comfy.
Since it is Lent and Tony can’t eat meat on Friday’s, before heading to Trader Joe’s we went to Kobe East – a sushi place.
I normally get their bento boxes – it comes with tempura, fried rice, a California roll, teriyaki steak and soup and salad – all for $11.95. But I didn’t want anything fried, so I went with a “pan noodle with chicken and vegetable” for $10. Um, does this look like $10 worth of food to you? It was tasty, but I definitely didn’t get my money’s worth. Roz, you’ll be happy to know that Tony got sushi!
Thanks for your suggestions on Instagram on what to buy at Trader Joe’s – and sorry to those who don’t have one near you! This is my loot.
I am definitely switching back to almond milk for my smoothies to get the carbs down – that brand is only 30 calories a cup and only 2 grams of carbs. I had a gift card in my purse that I thought only had $6 on it, so we swiped that first and shockingly it was a $25 gift card so it paid for everything – score!
Since I had the day off from my day job, it was nice to have a leisurely afternoon before heading to the restaurant. I knew I was in the dining room, but didn’t know where. I ended up having a 5 table station in the back room – one of which was set for a table for 12 – nice! For some reason they like to fill the front of the restaurant first before even seating anyone in the back room. I got to work at 5 and didn’t get my first table until 6:40. So for that first hour and forty minutes all I did was help clear tables, make cappuccino’s, set up desserts for people who needed help.
I ended up getting two deuces before my 12 top sat at 7:00. The girl who had the station next to me? For some reason they kept seating people in her station – a 7 top, 4 top, 4 top, 4 top, 3 top, 2 top then a 9 top! She was most definitely in the weeds and I was thinking “why aren’t they seating anyone in my section? I ended up having to take drink orders for her tables, explain specials, open wine, order apps for her tables. Anyone in the restaurant business knows that it’s the hosts job to make sure that everyone has equal covers – more or less. I went to the front where the sheet is for how many covers each server got, and after the second table, there was nothing written down. Huh. The manager came by and said “that’s not right – on the weekends, it’s too hard to keep track so we just wing it.” Well, their just winging it meant that I had 16 covers (two of which were infants) to her 33 covers. I brought it to her attention, so maybe it will even out next time.
I ended up having only the three tables, and I was on my way home by 9:30 – which is probably a good thing because tonight I am working in the bar area and that will be a long night. I just barely got my 10,000 steps in though!
I only had a cup of soup when I got to work and I made some garlic bread when I got home – not the healthiest eats!
Next week I work Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. My plan is to bring my dinner to work – something that doesn’t need to be heated up like a vegetable pasta salad or something like that – do you have any suggestions? That way I am not eating late at night and then going straight to bed.
I was in bed at midnight last night and didn’t wake up until 10:50 this morning – I kinda love that I can still sleep like a teenager at 46! Helen, I don’t think you could ever do that!
Have any fun plans this weekend – hope it’s a good one – see you on Monday!
Woohoo for Trader Joes! B and I go there weekly – he of course, has to push the little cart and steer the wheel by the check out 🙂
This link has a few fav sides of mine that involve a pasta, veggie, etc. Hope you like one! http://a-life-from-scratch.com/side-updates/
That is so wrong about the seating at the restaurant. During nursing school I waitressed at a restaurant my aunt managed. Some nights she was also the hostess and she would short me tables because she didn’t want the other servers to think I was getting preferential treatment. It was horrible!
I love Trader Joe’s shopping trips. We each have our favorite treats.
T25 sounds like a great challenging work out. It’s difficult to make excuses when it’s only 25 minutes. Way to go with your workout and getting your steps in! The FitBit is a fun little gadget. I might have to get one.
Last night I would have had a great station, but I read the schedule wrong and I thought I was in the bar but I was in the dining room. I got sat the back room again, and only had 4 tables – oh well, there’s always next week! 😀
You would be correct. Sleeping in for me is if I actually stay in the bed past 7:30 lol!
I think it’s so funny how much you love T25 vs. just how much I HATED it. I’d rather for for a 30 minute walk than do those boring videos. I guess that’s why there’s something different out there for each of us.
Way to get your 10,000 steps in – at my new job we have a wellness options health plan – lower premiums and better benefits but you have to log your steps each day. I am just waiting for my pedometer to show up so I can start tracking! My new job is mostly desk work so I am going to have to see where I am at on a normal day and really push myself!
Sorry you didn’t have such a great night at work – hopefully your next shift will be better!
You’ll find reasons to walk Erin when you get it – I promise! Parking in the far corner of the parking lot – I’ll make several trips to bring the coffee cups from the dishwasher to our coffee nook at work instead of all at one time.
Nice cleavage, haha! Just reading about your day makes me tired, i don’t know how you do it! I love TJ’s, unfortunately the closest one to me is about 45 mins. I plan to make a trip soon however. How do you like the FitBit? I want one!
You’re welcome for the boob show! 😀 I love the fitbit! Mine cost $60, and since I’ve had it, I’ve only had one day under 10,000 steps – it really does motivate you to move more!
What exactly is an almond beverage made of? I noticed it said soy free and it’s not milk? What do you plan on making with the polenta? I haven’t had that in quite a long time but seeing it made me think I should get some. Tee hee… I saw the “scary” Halloween snowman on your computer. I really hope you were tipped from the server you helped. You are so nice. I don’t know if I would have handled the situation as well.
Hey Kym! It’s actually just ground almonds, water and artificial flavors – it actually tastes just like milk to me – and of course, it has a nutty taste. Check out this recipe!
http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-almond-milk-at-home-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-189996
The polenta I bought is already made in a tube – you can check it out here:
http://fodmapliving.com/sample-page/entrees-and-main-dishes/quick-salami-polenta-entree/
I just slice it, pan fry it and add Parmesan cheese – I’ve topped it with grilled shrimp and marinara sauce – so good!
And no, I did not get tipped by the server I helped, but I figure it will all work out in the end. 😀
That penne salad that Jan described sounds good!!
What a bummer about the seating last night – did the girl split any tips with you since you helped her out so much? Nice of you to just step in and help her!!
Nope, but it’s all good – paying it forward and hopefully I’ll be rewarded later on 😀
with the Penne from TJ’s- a nice pasta salad with arugula or radicchio gives it a spicy kick from those flavorful lettuces. sundried tomatoes, feta and lemony lite vinaigrette. yum! Pink is a nice color on you!
That does sound delish Jan – thanks! 😀