The one where I'm back on track

Today has been a exhilarating & energizing day -- & it was only a lazy Sunday! :) I started by saying in bed (with a short interim to make breakfast & return to eat it) until 2PM. My sleep deprived self appreciated this rest immensely. Once 2PM struck, I had promised myself I would be productive. I got up, got dressed & ran into Hoboken, for my 1st day at the new gym I signed up for. I've always been an avid supporter & believer in the positive impact working out properly has on your life; but today has really confirmed all of my suspicions.

The burn of feeling my muscles work within me made me feel so ALIVE! I was energized & refreshed, I felt like I could scale mountains! I can't wait to go back tomorrow!

To top off the excellent mood I was in, I decided to make a tasty-healthy meal after I got back from my 2-hour-gym-rendezvous.

I started with a very simple kale salad, with slivered almonds, extra virgin olive oil & balsamic vinegar. Next time I think I'll add dried cranberries! The crunchy earthiness of kale is so tasty!

Directly after enjoying my kale salad, I remembered my idea of searing kale with olive oil & garlic over brown rice... Next time! I instead made cous cous! I love the versatility of this fluffy little grain. I decided to pair it with a touch of extra fruity olive oil & Hibachi-style zucchini & onions. The only thing I was left wanting was a touch more of a protein presence, but Cous cous does provide a good portion. My dinner was tasty & satisfying.... I'm planning on tea later with a movie -- I have no doubt that it will be a comforting end to an uplifting day! :)

I'm looking forward to continuing my gym & healthy-cooking habits in order to get back into V-mode! Andiamo!

The one where it's casual

Yesterday our corporate office sent out an email to all, it was rather simple, but very exciting: "Casual dress for the remainder of the week". Pause for extreme excitement!!! The one other announcement which could top a break from business attire is the elusive Adult Snow Day, & even the chance for that is still months away. You may laugh, but in the moment, those two informative emails may be more conducive to an "F'ing Right!" than a raise.

Don't get me wrong, I LOVE dressing up in pretty dresses, pencil skirts, & my work-appropriate stilettos....but every once in a while it's just FUN to break the cycle!

So today---though I rarely wear them, it was a jeans day. I threw on my favorite Citizens (I swear brand was made to hug my body) with a long-sleeve black Ralph Lauren knit top, my armani exchange slate-grey army-style cropped jacket & slouchy Steve Madden leather flat boots pulled over my jeans. Leaving the jacket open, I turned a long multi-layered necklace into a short even more dynamic necklace by looping it. I was ready to rock!