Blogging from bed.

     My oh my! We have a LOT to catch up on. It's been quite the week (and it's not even over yet!). 
     Hubs and I have a family vaca planned over the 4th of July. I can't wait to share more about this soon as details unfold! Let's just say that the prospect of this week-long event has inspired us both to be as healthy as can be. Going along with that same theme, I decided on a whim the other night to use some of the fresh herbs hubby's grandmother gave to us in a hanging basket earlier this Spring. Mmm.. fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, and lemon zest.

Chicken with herbs recipe found here. How can it not be healthy with all of those yummy, fresh ingredients. 
    So here's the thing: I'm positive I'd be a terrific chef but the problem, you see, is that I'm a finicky eater. In conjunction with that, I'm also a die-hard creature of habit. When it comes to dining out at a restaurant, I find one meal I love and then I'm the type of person who proceeds to order that same exact meal every.single.time. I'm sure no one notices at restaurants but I'm pretty sure my husband has taken notice when it comes to dinner time at our house. As of late, I've come to the conclusion that there is only one answer to this dilemma. I need to invest in a colorful, pretty, picture-filled cook book and force myself to recipe my way through it. Has anyone else seen the movie Julie & Julia? Yes. I'm sure that's exactly what needs to be done. Who knows, maybe I'll even discover that I actually like other foods. At the very least, I'm sure my husband will enjoy it... supremely. 
     Speaking of that handsome husband of mine, I have to highlight our most recent accomplishment. We were a little late. It definitely feels more like Summer than Spring.. but it's never too late to get your Spring cleaning in, at least in my home. We tackled the big bad monster who has been hiding in our basement since the day we moved into our new dwelling. And wow. What a difference it makes! 

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If our 100 year old basement could ever be beautiful, this is as pretty as she's going to be. Believe you me, these photographs don't even do her justice. 

     Anywho, moving onto more exciting topics. In case you haven't noticed, it's been hot. Very hot indeed. I visited the park only once this week and came to the very abrupt conclusion that jogging in 90+ degree weather isn't really all that comfortable or enjoyable. So, in an effort to find an indoor (aka cooler) locale to burn some calories, I invested in a yoga mat. Mind you, I've never actually tried yoga but why not jump right in? And so, I took a little trip to Barnes & Nobles... I know, right!? Who would have thought a bookstore would sell yoga mats, not to mention cute yoga mats! 

I tested my inner yogi out last night and I must say.. it was quite enjoyable! I'm excited to test out some different videos and instructors. Thank you Exercise TV. If you are like I was and never stepped foot (literally) on a yoga mat before, I highly recommend you give it a whirl. While at the B&N, I also snuck a new read into my purchase. If it's any good, I promise to share soon! And with that, I think it's time to unwind in bed, book in hand, while this first summer storm rolls through. Enjoy your evening!

Yoga mat available for purchase here.