This week my plan is to do what serves me - whether that be through exercise, holding myself accountable to my goals + business obligations or doing things that feed my soul- we will be doing a little of each and doing our best to keep the balance!
My exercise routine for the week: 5 miles each day x 50 jumping Jacks x 50 squats.
(optional: 15 min of Sumo Squats with the booty bands, 50 bicep curls, 25 triceps pulls etc.)
Monday
Today was an amazing day. I slept in because -what a weekend- much deserved! Woke up + Georgia and I did a quick lap then came inside for breakfast. I made the bed and had a little bit of morning reading (Atomic Habits). Took a work call and did some light work (emailing, invoices, etc.) FaceTimed with Whit and G was ready to go again- we ended up walking 2 miles. Came home and was still fired up for the day so I decided to do my cardio work (squats, JJ’s, biceps) then did laundry. I drank my coffee black (out of creamer) and then booked an appointment for a much needed 90 min massage. Made a quick target trip for creamer + a card and walked out with Dog Toys + La Croix. Decided to have dinner at ZenFish by myself so I could journal and enjoy a little mom’s day. Came home and grabbed a sparkling water + Georgia- we did 4 miles around Carter Finley then back home to finish laundry / chores and give G her new toys (idk who was more excited). I also batch made my iced coffee so there’s no excuse to get coffee out and it only cost me $10. We winded down for bed and I got in bed to enjoy a cup of tea and work on my book and write this first entry.
Today was entirely about me (and Georgia) and doing the things that will move us forward in a positive way. I said no to socializing today and I’m happy I did because I accomplished so much for us. Excited to see what the week brings us- one thing is for certain- I will be fully present and showing up for myself.
Tuesday
on the agenda for Tuesday:
finishing up two work items ✔️
connecting my iPad to my Apple Pencil ✔️
writing a bridal invoice ✔️
getting in my workout - maybe at the gym! ✔️
Designing my gym-inspired sticker collection ✔️
Taking some fun photos of me and a pink cowgirl hat. Y’all already know it’s gonna be fun!
Got my workout routine in with 600 calories burned in 50 min!! Not including the 2 miles I did before. Feeling very accomplished! Also accepted a new client today which I’m really excited for. Spent the day perusing a used book store and having blind dates with books in brown paper packaging tied up with string.
Wednesday
Well not every day will be a day filled with momentum. You could definitely consider today hump day. Woke up with a sore throat - which I’m sure came from the snot-nosed kid at the Fourth of July party who shan’t be named. 😉 Workout waited until post babysitting at 1 am but me and G got in a few miles before the storm tomorrow. I was also able to get in my JJs, squats and biceps. Today, more than ever, I practiced advocating for myself by saying no. It was a liberating feeling to protect myself and my boundaries.
highlights:
• being able to give small thoughtful gestures to loved ones
• being able to make decisions that are best for me • being helpful • protecting my energy
Thursday
Due to the rain we ended up staying inside to work. I made it back to the Gym for my 3 miler but had to rush home and didn’t get to do squats or JJs. Came home and walked Georgia another few miles and we came home and watched a movie.
Friday
Got up and atem early because we knew we were going to have quite the busy day. Left the house at 1 to pickup coffee for Gift Muse where I also picked up a gift for new clients Greenhouse Picker Sisters. Made a quick Lowe’s trip to pickup Acrylic for the bride’s signage and headed to the warehouse to work on signs! Left quickly and just made it back in time before more rain. Had a cozy night in.
Saturday
Started the morning off with the neighbors and letting the dogs play in the yard with our morning coffees. Then we headed to the pool for a fun afternoon. I swam laps in between white claws and we had a blast. We all headed home for some much needed R+R.
Sunday
Started our day with a walk and made coffee and watched Gilmore Girls. Went to brunch with my cousin at Jubala then popped by the Pawfect Match event at Unleashed (Lots of cute puppies). Then I came home to my puppy and we did some cleaning and a big long walk (and a big long shower). Finished my workout with some JJs, Squats, Sumo Squats and Bicep curls and tricep pulls. Got back to chores and finished up ALMOST all of my to-do list! Ended the day with a fresh from the garden Kale + shrimp salad.