Today: The weekend according to Instagram XII.
While summer is still a few weeks away, Memorial Day always feels like the unofficial start to the season. With gratitude to all those who served our country, and their loved ones, we enjoyed a lovely few days.
The weekend according to Instagram XII
- Clark and I kicked off the weekend with a pet therapy visit at the hospital. With my work schedule settling down a bit, we’re able to make weekly visits to see those awesome kids. It’s just the best.
- Saturday morning’s workout at CrossFit Southie left me
Crip walkin’crippled walking all weekend. I added 10 lbs. to my usual shoulders-to-overhead weight, started to figure out how to kip, and managed to not hit myself in the face with anything (all victories in my book). - Though it rained off and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it was too warm for hot tea so I opted for iced. I dressed up my Dunks in a l.i.f.e. jacket from Lifeline Fashion (a CTC International Program). I met the founders of CTC at a Whole Foods event recently and can’t wait to share more about their story later this week. They are doing incredible work.
- I recently found this little terrarium for $12 at HomeGoods. It fits perfectly on our windowsill. I lined the bottom with rocks and added a bit of soil before planting basil, parsley and chive seeds. Here’s to hoping they sprout soon.
- With work events and travel, I’ve been a bit of a flake lately when it comes to grocery shopping, meal planning and food prep. In an effort to get back on track, I spent some time on Sunday washing, chopping and organizing my vegetables for the week. I also whipped up a quick and easy salsa (3 tomatoes, 1 yellow onion, 2 cloves of garlic, a bunch of fresh cilantro, a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon) for use throughout the week.
- Nick, Clark and I headed down to see my parents yesterday and made a stop at their favorite garden center to browse a bit. I picked up these three varieties of Sempervivum, or hens and chicks. I love that they’re called that (I am easily amused). The “hen” is the main plant, and the “chicks” are the smaller plants that surround it.
- Said it earlier, but it’s certainly worth saying again: I am so grateful to all those who served our country, and their loved ones.
- After poring over plants, we enjoyed a lovely afternoon with my parents. Clark was in his glory, rolling in the grass and walking around with my Dad. And standing on Nick while soaking up some sun.
- Speaking of Nick, it would appear he did a little re-decorating in our kitchen this weekend. We spent plenty of time watching the 2013 CrossFit Games Regionals again this weekend (you can catch more action next weekend at games.crossfit.com). Watching the live streaming is almost as good as being there in person. It’s been so motivating and exciting to watch athletes like Talayna Fortunado, who now graces our kitchen wall, compete.
Also On Tap for Today:
- An important #HLS13 registration update
- Catching up with my pal Elizabeth 🙂
- Bookmarking this recipe for vegan, gluten-free strawberry shortcake
What was the highlight of your weekend?
