Run, Eat, Sleep and Read

With the weather yesterday, work was really slow. About 4am I had a snack.

Caffeine always helps in the middle of the night. Too bad the coffee I made tasted terrible. Thankfully my very sweet coworker brought me Starbucks before I left. The only caveat is that it probably kept me up. 

On Saturday mornings I try to head home and go straight to bed. The goal is to sleep until I wake up. Amazing concept, right?  Ideally that would be 4 or more hours. It doesn't often happen though because I usually wake up to pee.  Oh and I also have a super cute but super loud parakeet. 

I think Squeak should be renamed Shriek cuz that's what he was doing this morning. 

When I finally got up, albeit unwillingly, I still had to run for Day 10 of the RWRunStreak. My legs were sore and I was so tired and it was so cold out but....it was absolutely beautiful! 

Like so many times before, I'm so glad I went. 

When I got home I thought I smelled steak so I had to get one for dinner. 

Yum! 

That's one of the huge challenges of shift work: the disruption of meals. I try not to eat big meals in the middle of the night but it also interferes with the timing of regular meals during the day. Like right now, I would prefer not to try and sleep with a belly full of food but I need to sleep some more before work. It's no wonder so many studies and reports indicate that shift workers tend to be overweight and unhealthy. Sleeping and eating get so messed up.  I'm just glad it's only a few nights for me and not full time. That would be really hard. But at least I have something to look forward to tonight. 

Gonna get my read on!

Wintry Weather

Fridays are always interesting. Since I have to work third shift on Friday nights my day is usually somewhat broken up with naps and eating and running. Since we were under a weather alert I wanted to get my run done before the worst of it arrived. I had a really bad headache this morning so I wound up napping a bit before my run. 

When I went outside to head to the path my car was already iced over! 

I felt hardcore running in the sleet and freezing rain. It felt so good to have the cold air in my face and it was a wonderful cure for my headache. 

2.5 miles for RWRunStreak Day 9

Since I've eaten an entire box of Little Debbie's Snack Cakes I felt a healthier lunch was needed. So I went to one of my favorite hometown places and got a salad. 

The rolls were awesome too. 

I intended to do laundry and clean but I decided on sleeping early today. Good thing, because this weather has me stressed. 

I'm really hoping they get the roads cleared so I can make it to work safely. In the mean time, I'm gonna try and rest a bit more. I'll be getting up earlier than usual to scrape my car and I want to have plenty of extra time for the drive in. I don't mind running in this stuff, I'd just rather not have to drive in it. 

Hills, Heels and Happy Cakes

This morning was so dark and gloomy I just didn't want to get up. When I did I knew I had to have some coffee. I was out of creamer so I had to doctor it up with white and chocolate milk. 

I love my cute owl mug. 

And I LOVE Luna Bars 

So after my super healthy breakfast, I went for my run. I only did 2 miles but I added in a rather large hill. 

It was the first time I ran this stretch and I had to walk some, but it gives me something to gauge my future attempts by. 

After my run, I got a quick hair cut and headed to the mall to use some of my fantastic coupons. First stop was DSW. I had been holding out for my bounce back coupon to go into effect so I could combine it with my certificate and get these babies. 

Guess heels $20 off?  Yes, please!

By this point it was nearly 230pm and I hadn't had any real food so I grabbed a late lunch at Sonic. It was not healthy by any means and the tots were way too salty but the limeade was nice. 

Next I went to Sephora where I got some freebies. A sparkly full size shadow and eyeliner.  Score!!

I won't  even go into the fiasco I went thru at Victorias Secret but let's just say they should take a lesson from DSW and double up on coupons. And the sales associate that called me "Hun" should be glad I'm not a crazed cross fitter and that I didn't knock out one of her perfect pearly whites. 

After successfully changing my wiper blades before the ice and snow hit tonight, I celebrated with one of the things that truly make me happy. 

Technically I guess it's two things but they were fresh and delicious. And, Yes, I have eaten enough of these to be able to discern freshness. 

Better Than Bosu

I worked in the office today. Since its like being stuck in a cave, I thought I'd actually try to look cute by breaking dress code and not wearing my uniform. 

So of course, I spent most of the day Not in the office. Good thing I wasn't called out about my attire. 

Lunch was this super yummy soup:

You can get the vegan recipe here: 

http://happyherbivore.com/recipe/salsa-soup/

I top mine with sour cream and cheese so it's more vegetarian than vegan. 

After work I continued my run streak by running a mile. I wore my cute new ruched capris from Target. 

I'm seriously contemplating getting a full length mirror. Although....balancing on the edge of the couch to take mirror selfies may be a better workout than Bosu. 

Wednesday Work Day

I don't normally work on Wednesdays, but I did today so my workmate could have off.  Working in the office is like being in a cave.  No outside light, no windows, no clue what's going on in the world. I would know....I've been in a cave before:

Oh how I miss crawling around in the mud and the dark.  Such sloppy fun!

Lunch was left over crock pot chicken.  I had to dress it up a little.  I covered it in Garden Fresh Gourmet Sweet Onion Salsa, a little sour cream and shredded cheese.  That Sweet Onion Salsa would make anything delicious.

After work, I headed out to continue my streak. On my way, this happened:

I hope I can rack up as many miles in my lifetime. 

The best part about today's run?  Short sleeves and sunshine!  In December!!!! 

I chose my running spot strategically so I HAD to drive past one of my favorite local markets on the way home.  This was the special today (and every Wednesday) 

I will run for fried chicken. Or chocolate. Or wine or ....I'd even be willing to run for  this

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Manic Monday

Well today was definitely a manic Monday. Work was typically hectic and overwhelming. I had packed a healthy lunch or so I thought. When I actually got to it, I discovered that my fruit had molded. So so sad.  I had to replace it with something, right?  Too bad that was a soft drink and a candy bar.

By the time I got home I was STARVING. So I opted for a healthier choice before my run. 

Day 5 of the #rwrunstreak complete!

After my run, I made a quick Target run where I got this:

and these:

Gotta love the clearance rack!

Finally, Thank You to the patient who told me I was pretty. She wasn't old, blind or in an altered mental state. That definitely made my day!  Words have power. 

Super Sleepy Sunday

Sundays are such a challenge for me. Technically it's a day "off" work, but it doesn't feel like it since I get off at 7am. And since I work an early morning shift on Monday, I don't want to spend the whole day in bed. Ironically, today is my 5th year employment anniversary.  After working third shift for five years, you'd think I'd have my routine all figured out. 

After napping on and off, I made myself get up and out the door. Today is day 4 of the Runners World Run Streak. 

A mile was all I had the energy for today. 

It was the second fastest mile I've run, so I'm good with that. 

Happy Anniversary to Me! 

I guess this sleepy Sunday wasn't so bad after all.