It was light when I had my shower this morning; I think it is the first time I haven't needed the bathroom light on.
Left over risotto for lunch today, it is always really satisfying to eat up the leftovers at lunch time because it feels healthy and not like a junk meal like so many lunches do.
I'm looking forward to having my hair cut after work tonight. I love getting my hair cut, it's so relaxing to sit in the chair and let someone pamper you for an hour and as an added bonus it means I have to leave on time.
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
A quiet February day
Lunch with Dean is always makes for a better day. A proper break away from my desk and a natter with a good friend, what could be better than that?
When I got home the lights were turned on, usually it is dark when I get in but Tom had beaten me home and was waiting with a kiss.
We made a nice dinner and settled onto the sofa to watch House M.D. I always feel like hibernating at this time of year and this is as close as it gets.
When I got home the lights were turned on, usually it is dark when I get in but Tom had beaten me home and was waiting with a kiss.
We made a nice dinner and settled onto the sofa to watch House M.D. I always feel like hibernating at this time of year and this is as close as it gets.
Monday, 22 February 2010
Time off
I've had a whole week off from my computer, I've enjoyed the break from it, but I'm ready to get back on with things now.
Waking up on Friday morning without an alarm was fantastic.
We went for a bracing walk along a sun drenched, but chilly beach; I blew off some steam running up the gravel hills and jumping off the top. The sea air always makes me feel so alive.
The B&B had a wonderful roll top bath, a very comfortable bed, wonderful breakfasts and chocolate buttons on our pillows. The house was quirky and very cute everywhere there were collections of interesting things from Bakelite phones and radios to sea shells.
Waking up on Friday morning without an alarm was fantastic.
We went for a bracing walk along a sun drenched, but chilly beach; I blew off some steam running up the gravel hills and jumping off the top. The sea air always makes me feel so alive.
The B&B had a wonderful roll top bath, a very comfortable bed, wonderful breakfasts and chocolate buttons on our pillows. The house was quirky and very cute everywhere there were collections of interesting things from Bakelite phones and radios to sea shells.
Thursday, 11 February 2010
Wednesday and Thursday's good things
Yesterday - Wednesday
I got on the train just as it started to snow, 10 minutes later when the train pulled out of the station the platform was white and tiny snow balls were rolling about in the wind.
Tom sent me an excited email during the day about collecting his new bike.
I met some old friends for drinks after work and we laughed about things that happened a very long time ago. In another 5 years will be be laughing about things that are happening now?
When I got home from London there was an invitation to a wedding part waiting for me from some new friends.
Today - Thursday
The two boys who are coming to my company came in for their interviews at lunch time, they looked so young and scared. I hope they learn something from us when they come back for their placements in May.
I had a quiet rebellion and went to work and 9 and left at half past 5. Tom arrived at 10 to 6 and we spent an entire evening together.
When I spoke to my Mum this evening she said "Oh, I'll see you tomorrow before she hung up." I'm really looking forward to seeing them when they arrive.
I got on the train just as it started to snow, 10 minutes later when the train pulled out of the station the platform was white and tiny snow balls were rolling about in the wind.
Tom sent me an excited email during the day about collecting his new bike.
I met some old friends for drinks after work and we laughed about things that happened a very long time ago. In another 5 years will be be laughing about things that are happening now?
When I got home from London there was an invitation to a wedding part waiting for me from some new friends.
Today - Thursday
The two boys who are coming to my company came in for their interviews at lunch time, they looked so young and scared. I hope they learn something from us when they come back for their placements in May.
I had a quiet rebellion and went to work and 9 and left at half past 5. Tom arrived at 10 to 6 and we spent an entire evening together.
When I spoke to my Mum this evening she said "Oh, I'll see you tomorrow before she hung up." I'm really looking forward to seeing them when they arrive.
Tuesday, 9 February 2010
Just right, 10 more minutes and tasty
It was exactly 9am as I got to my desk. Not a moment to early or too late, just right.
At the end of the day I forced myself to concentrate for 10 more minutes and get the job finished just in time to leave.
The Thai red curry was really good, a new addition to the menu but I think it will be out again soon.
At the end of the day I forced myself to concentrate for 10 more minutes and get the job finished just in time to leave.
The Thai red curry was really good, a new addition to the menu but I think it will be out again soon.
Wheelies, snow, quick cuppa and good judgement
We spent the morning in the lab playing with wheelchairs on different surfaces to see what is difficult to negotiate. One of the test subjects is a mobility scooter, steering that was really fun as was watching all the boy see if they could "get air" jumping it off a 7cm lip.
On the way back from lunch a huge snow flake landed in my mouth, it didn't taste of anything except cold, which was surprising for the middle of London.
On the way back to the station I popped in to see Claire for a cup of tea. Peppermint, lemon or decaf? Her dance school is so different to my engineering firm.
Julia came for dinner and America's Next Top Model. She guessed the bottom three correctly, which is very hard to do. Again the right girl went home, how long will Tyra's good judgement last?
On the way back from lunch a huge snow flake landed in my mouth, it didn't taste of anything except cold, which was surprising for the middle of London.
On the way back to the station I popped in to see Claire for a cup of tea. Peppermint, lemon or decaf? Her dance school is so different to my engineering firm.
Julia came for dinner and America's Next Top Model. She guessed the bottom three correctly, which is very hard to do. Again the right girl went home, how long will Tyra's good judgement last?
Sunday, 7 February 2010
Weekend mash up post
I have an almost finished chilli on the hob and a Thai vegetable curry in the slow cooker, this week is going to be a week of good evening meals.
We went out for a bike lesson yesterday afternoon, we had been out an hour before we knew it. On the way home I slightly aching legs and a sore bum, but I feel safer on my bike.
Tom is having a Sunday afternoon nap I love the way he always tried to fight it, but gives into his guilty weekend pleasure. I'm sure in a previous life he may have been Spanish.
We zipped round the supermarket in super fast time this week. I like to look at what other people are buying. The lady in the queue in front of us has rustlers burgers and be good to yourself cereal bars. I decide she must be treating someone else to some junk food indulgence.
I love putting the shopping away, especially putting the vegetables in the fridge, it is very satisfying to see all the different colours and textures and know they will all become tasty meals in the week.
We went out for a bike lesson yesterday afternoon, we had been out an hour before we knew it. On the way home I slightly aching legs and a sore bum, but I feel safer on my bike.
Tom is having a Sunday afternoon nap I love the way he always tried to fight it, but gives into his guilty weekend pleasure. I'm sure in a previous life he may have been Spanish.
We zipped round the supermarket in super fast time this week. I like to look at what other people are buying. The lady in the queue in front of us has rustlers burgers and be good to yourself cereal bars. I decide she must be treating someone else to some junk food indulgence.
I love putting the shopping away, especially putting the vegetables in the fridge, it is very satisfying to see all the different colours and textures and know they will all become tasty meals in the week.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
Posts
