Pilates, running,cupcakes, new friends, The Help and Giving Blood.
I’ve been going slowly but surely this week. I’m finding that a lack of funds and often a lack of companion make it hard to get active and try new things. After being made redundant and starting a new job a few weeks ago I find myself desperately waiting for my first pay day! However, ever a fan of a bargain and a deal I’m up for the challenge….
I’ve eaten well and fresh this week – the key is definitely to plan, I shop on a weekend and make my meals for the week. I find that I’m really enjoying what I eat as I spend time making sauces and dressings to make things tasty and allow myself enough treats. I find I’m more resourceful with what I have in the cupboards too, being proud of what I manage to create. Above is my homemade pasta sauce and homemade garlic bread (faaaar to strong – good job my seat faces me away from everyone else in the office) and below one of my better looking cupcakes – I’m a latecomer to the every popular cupcake making so I’m still very much an amateur.
I gave blood for the first time ever today. I was quite nervous but it was completely fine – my arm aches but it’s been a good excuse to take it easy for the rest of the day. I feel I’ve done something worthwhile which is nice.
I’ve RSVPed to a Meetup group – to meet some new Londoners and make friends as well as created my own group. I have no idea how this will turn out – I will keep you updated.
I’ve been on two very short pathetic runs this week but I’m building up my strength in pilates 🙂 I like to monitor results (in everything – this is a main part of my job so maybe that’s why) but I think that’s what pushes me to keep going.
Finally, I’ve just finished, dare I say – one of the best books I’ve ever read – The Help. I didn’t want it to end. I love books about people and their relationships. My boyfiend’s back on Friday – I think we’ll watch the film and have a takeaway and some wine – looking forward to the end of the week already!
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- What should I read next – any recommendations?
- Also – I was lucky enough to get a shiny new sewing machine recently – I want to make a dress – any advice, tips, patterns?
- How to be less spendy in London?
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