Jan
2013
WIAW & Wedding Dress!
Happy Wednesday!
Guess what I did this weekend? A billion wedding tasks. Well not a billion, but so many that it felt like that many. We spent 5 hours on Sunday registering for gifts– so fun!! (and exhausting).
And I crossed a big task off the list– I bought my dress!! I found an amazing dress at a designer sample sale boutique, which is great because if I ordered it normally, even with a rush, it might not be here before May (oops….we haven’t had trouble schedule-wise with anything else)…plus I saved a little money. So I’m super excited now. I can’t wait to wear it!!
my mom and sis came with me
Of course, there are so many more things to cross off the list. Just when you think you’re on top of things….there’s all these other things to do. Fun stuff though.
And now for What I Ate Wednesday!
I photographed my Monday eats, which was just another normal workday. After a busy weekend, I was so excited to come home and veg on the couch for an hour before going to the gym….ahh, love mindless tv and my new People magazine subscription.
I got up right when my alarm went off at 6am and made a cup of DandyBlend (i’m really into this stuff again) with almond milk. Cup looks filthy! It was early am/half-asleep so I guess I spilled it a bit.
I brought breakfast to eat in the car. Around 7, I had a banana and hb egg while enjoying the commute sunrise.
Mondays are usually good days foodwise because I most likely have a full fridge and lots of options. On Monday, I brought a big salad with salmon plus a bag of carrots.
And that kept me full for quite a while……
I needed some fresh air in the afternoon so I took a walk to the little shopping center near my office and got a package of blueberries (of course) for a snack….and yes, I managed to eat all of them that afternoon (and get a tummy ache, blah).
Work, work, work
And then I zipped home with no traffic! I was starving and attacked the leftover chinese food container of steamed veggies (i asked for no sauce, no oils) and brown rice with a big glob of earth balance on top.
I finished the night with two of the most amazing cookies– TJs dark chocolate ginger cookies. I think they’re seasonal and I’m not sure if they have them anymore, but if they do, you MUST buy them. Delish.
Okay, the end.
I haven’t gotten my new camera yet so my photos are still hurting…
But tell me:
– Chinese food– yay or nay? (im generally a nay)
– How many wedding dresses did you try on before you found “the one”?
– Eat in the car or on the bus/train often or rarely?
Michelle @ Eat Move Balance
January 9, 2013 at 2:23 am (130 days ago)oh my, I’ve never seen those dark chocolate covered ginger cookies–only the plain ones. My TJ’s has been holding out on me!! So exciting that you found your dress–squeal!!! That was one of my favorite parts of putting together my wedding!
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:07 am (129 days ago)getting the dress def makes it feel more real!
Jessica @ Fit Talker
January 9, 2013 at 6:23 am (129 days ago)Good morning!
I’ve never seen those TJs cookies either. Is it ginger like gingerbread?
Congrats on the dress, that’s so exciting!
To answer your questions:
Chinese – yay – although I probably eat it more than I should (or want to) just because it’s the most convenient take out
Wedding dress – no wedding dress yet but I watch a ton of Say Yes to the Dress
Eating – very rarely eat in the car
Have a great day!
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:07 am (129 days ago)no it’s crunchy so not soft like ginergerbread…it’s more chocolately with a slight ginger twist! And haha, I love Say Yes to the Dress!
Change of Pace
January 9, 2013 at 6:54 am (129 days ago)So exciting about the dress- can’t wait to see you in it!!! You, your mom, and sis look so alike!
I found my dress after trying on one other. The boutique owner had me try on a few more, but I wasn’t into it! (BTW- Belltown Bride in Seattle is INCREDIBLE if any brides are looking!)
I didn’t used to like Chinese food until we found an amazing vegan Asian restaurant where we live. Now I can’t get enough!
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:06 am (129 days ago)ooh, i bet asian vegan food would be terrific! ill have to see if there’s one like that in sf!
Apples and Arteries
January 9, 2013 at 7:34 am (129 days ago)Congrats on finding your dress!
I never think to make stir-fry but should start. That would be a good dinner with leftovers, too!
Jorie
January 9, 2013 at 8:13 am (129 days ago)I cannot wait to see your dress, Rebecca! I am a huge stir fry fan but I must say, your salmon at lunch looks delicious and heavenly. YUM. What a work week treat!
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:06 am (129 days ago)yum, i love stir fry too and haven’t had nearly enough of it lately!
Life After Swimming
January 9, 2013 at 9:28 am (129 days ago)Ahhh so many exciting wedding things! I am so excited/nervous to go dress shopping! And I CAN’T wait to go do registry things
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:05 am (129 days ago)it was both exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time! im freaked out that i wont like it whenever i put it on again…haha
Alex @ therunwithin
January 9, 2013 at 9:40 am (129 days ago)HOLY COW your dress, that is so exciting and so quick. i am digging those blueberries, now i crave them like no other
Kerry
January 9, 2013 at 10:21 am (129 days ago)Congrats on finding your dress! That’s so awesome!
livliveslife
January 9, 2013 at 10:46 am (129 days ago)That picture of the blueberries is so pretty!! Congratulations on finding a dress!
Rebecca
January 9, 2013 at 10:47 am (129 days ago)thanks! i know! all the rest of my pics came out bad, but i was so happy with that one…natural light really makes a difference
Jodea @ chillichocolatelove.com
January 9, 2013 at 11:25 am (129 days ago)I am SO excited to see your dress! May will be here in a flash!
I find Chinese food too gloopy and sweet usually but used to live near a great one which had really fresh veggies.
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets
January 9, 2013 at 3:46 pm (129 days ago)There’s so much excitement in this post….a new wedding dress!! A people magazine subscription. No traffic on the way home. I’m loving your carrots and blueberry. Plus getting the Chinese food veggies steamed with no sauces or oils…brilliant!!
Rebecca
January 10, 2013 at 7:30 am (128 days ago)I know, all a great year so far!!
jessielovestorun
January 10, 2013 at 12:16 am (129 days ago)Rebecca, I am SO SO SO excited for you! You are going to be such a beautiful bride <3
Lot-O-Choc
January 10, 2013 at 3:59 am (129 days ago)those triple ginger cookies look delicious – cant wait to hit up a trader joes next time i visit the states.
Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie
January 10, 2013 at 6:52 am (128 days ago)yay for finding your dress, so exciting! The first dress I tried on was the one I wanted, but my mom and sister made me try on more. And I still bought the first one
Rebecca
January 10, 2013 at 7:30 am (128 days ago)When you know you know
I wasn’t convinced about the one I ended up getting until the 3rd time I tried it on
Dana @ Conscious Kitchen Blog
January 10, 2013 at 1:00 pm (128 days ago)Congrats on finding your dress!! So much fun!
Rebecca
January 10, 2013 at 2:39 pm (128 days ago)thanks!!
Cinnamon
January 10, 2013 at 7:15 pm (128 days ago)congrats!! On the wedding dress. Planning the wedding and doing all the stuff was such a fun time for me. I’m excited to read about all of your exciting adventures up until the big day!!