Jen Chooses Joy

Life Lately

Wednesday:
We had an early flight home from LA.  Coffee helped.
Pro: We got through LAX security in record time thanks to Southwest A-List.
Con: We had 2 hours to kill in LAX.  It made for some good people watching.
I also entertained myself with the MyIdol App.  It’s not in English, but I was able to make this hot mess…
P.S. Apple says the English version is coming soon.  You take a headshot and upload it to begin.
I brought magazines and buckets of fruit for the 4 hour flight.
After lots of restaurant food, I was craving simple roasted veggies for dinner.
A little Yogi wisdom from my tea.
Thursday:
I was so excited to join my friends for a run with the Brentwood Breakfast Club!  Also, it was daylight at 6am!!!
I went to ProMotion Physical Therapy for some ASTYM with Leah.  My knee was still feeling a little cranky from Boston and CMM.  It turns out I have a tight left hip, so she also gave me some stretches and strengthening exercises to do at home.
I spent a chunk of my afternoon cleaning patio cushions.  It’s a glamourous life!
Peonies are in season right now, so I picked up a few from the market.  They’re my favorite!!!
Backpacker.com put together a list of Healthy, Delicious Homemade Snacks for Hiking and featured my White Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars!
For dinner I made zucchini noodles with sun dried and fresh tomato sauce.  It was SO good.  It’s vegan, gluten free, low carb, and can even be made raw.
Friday:
I ran and did some weights at the gym.  Flex Friday!  My muscles are little, but they’re there.
I had a green smoothie and this super yummy breakfast quinoa from Daily Juice!
And then I enjoyed the fruits of my labor…a little rest and sunshine on clean cushions!
I went by my favorite florist, Garden Delights
And brought home some beautiful white orchids.
Alright!  I think we’re officially caught up…whew!  Happy Weekend!!!
What’s your favorite flower?  I love peonies, lilies, and orchids.
Weekend plans?  Who’s racing?  I’m going to attempt a longish run and then we’re going to visit my husbands family.
Favorite veggies to roast?  My faves are asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli, and sweet potatoes.
If you make a MyIdol cartoon, tag me in it so I can see yours!!
Choose Joy!