In just two hours, I will be Connecticut bound! This weekend, I’m visiting Cait’s neck of the woods and I am so beyond excited to see her! It’s only been three weeks but certainly feels like three months. I am ready for girl time! Let’s backtrack here, though, and stay focused on the present. 
Workout
This morning’s workout was amazing. Friday is my designated #ZWOW day and I get so giddy waking up on Friday mornings to get my short-and-intense workout in. Today, I completed #ZWOW #33 and managed to finish three rounds in 17 minutes. The workout calls for 15 minutes AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) but, when I saw that Zuzana finished three rounds, I decided to make that my goal. Pulse squat jumps kill me everytime!
Trader Joe’s Bonanza
After my workout, I got dressed and ready for work at the clinic. I got out earlier than anticipated and asked Matty if he wanted to stop at the new Trader Joe’s nearby. He agreed and the two of us set our sights on the biggest TJ’s in Massachusetts. Today was the store’s opening day and we knew it was going to be busy.
But it was an absolute bonanza!
We decided to make a loop around the store because we were curious. After dodging a few children and friendly employees, we bid adieu. On the way out, I spotted some Heathers for sale!
Seeing how this is the only Trader Joe’s in our area (the next one is 45 minutes north), it’s safe to say I’ll steer clear of it for the next five days. As badly as I want my tomato-basil hummus and eggplant spread, I’m not that desperate. Talk about a frenzy! Until time time, TJ’s.
Our next stop was Christmas Tree Shop. I got Matty a new picture of the two of us as part of his birthday present and he wanted to find a frame for it. Success! We found the perfect frame for just $2.99.
Don’t we look like cartoon characters? I blame Target printing. While in the checkout line at the Christmas Tree Shop, we perused the $5 movie rack and I debated purchasing this gem.
What? The Girl Can Rock. Har har har. While I didn’t end up purchasing the Hilary Duff live DVD, I did wind up with a 6-pack of lime seltzer water for $1.59. Score!
Lunch
After our amusing semi-shopping experience, Matty and I went back to his house to enjoy some lunch. I threw together an easy-peasy salad because, well, what else is new?
This gigantic beauty featured raw kale, tomatoes, broccoli, cucumber, and avocado along with roasted sweet potatoes and leftover tofu from Wednesday’s awesome lunch. I drizzled it all with a nooch-based homemade dressing (2 Tbsp nutritional yeast, 2 Tbsp. water, curry powder, garlic powder, and garam masala).
We capped off the afternoon with an episode of Project Runway. Why didn’t we know that the season has already started over a month ago?! Hmph. Okay, I’m off to pack (procrastinator), hop in my Camry, and drive to Glastobury, CT! We’ll catch up tomorrow.
Stay lovely,
Heather
Can’t wait to try ZWOW 33 in the morn..totally agree on the pulse squats..killer! I think I wish we had Trader Joes in Ireland even more than I wish we had Wholefoods!
Whee! Let me know what you think of ZWOW 33, Michelle! You’re gonna kick some boootay.
I live 10 min from this new trader joes and was planning on swinging by tonight after work…but lookin at ur pics, I’m thinking I’ll try another time….yikes!! Thanks for the heads up!!
Aw, I’m so happy that you got this little forewarning. It’s so tempting to hit it up but, yeah, I’d wait a few days! xo
My two favorite people are reuniting this weekend? Without me?
haha I hope you guys have a blast!! <333
<333 we miss you Britt!
Awww, Brittany! We so wish you could be here with us. We’re sipping delicious, local coffee and know you’d love it. Have a beautiful weekend! xoxo
HOLD EVERYTHING. I saw you less than a month ago? This doesn’t feel/seem possible. Based on how excited I am to see you 3 hours from nowwww!
Your salad. Amazing. Tonight’s salad? Gonna be amazing. #AmazingSalads
I’m so excited to hear that huge TJ’s opened finally! Can we go next time I visit?!
<3
It seriously felt like FOREVER ago since I’ve seen you. It’s CRAZY! We definitely have to pay a visit to that TJ’s the next time you’re in town.
Yay for seeing Cait! Tell her I say HI!!! I wanted to do Zuzana’s workout today, looks like a good one! I think I should wait on the high intense stuff for now though. Boo.
Yummy salad, I think I need one of those for lunch too:)
Love and miss you!!!
Cait says hi!!! Way to listen to that beautiful body of yours. I’m seriously so proud of you! Miss you so much. <3
“the girl can rock.” haha! I remember being obsessed with Hilary Duff back in the day. “So Yesterday” was my jam!!
Bahaha yes! And “Come Clean!” Always makes me think of The Hills.
Aww I hope you and Cait have fun together! Miss you girls! <3
And wow, that TJs looks insane! I would probably avoid it for a few days too – I hate crowded stores and crazy line ups. Every time I've tried to go to Forever 21 lately I've just turned around and walked out of the store because it's been so busy with back to school shoppers haha.
Thank you, babe!! We miss you too…sooo much. Oy, Forever 21 gives me anxiety too. Haha! I feel like we have to be in the right “zone” in order to tackle that store.
I just saw the new z-wow and it looks great. Lately, I’ve been in the mood for running so I’ve been doing that a lot this week but may change things up tomorrow. <3 the new picture of you and matty so0oo0 cute.
Have fun this weekend!
Whatever floats your boat, love! Have a beautiful weekend.
Yeee! I’m planning to do ZWOW #33 tomorrow- it looks killer. You seriously have me hooked on ZWOW workouts. I don’t know why I was intimidated by them for so long!
And I can’t believe how crowded that Trader Joe’s was! There are literally 5 different TJ’s within 5 miles of me so I can’t even imagine that. I’m excited that you’ll have easier access to all of their amazing goodies though.
Have fun with Cait this weekend! (:
I can’t wait for you to bust out that ZWOW, Emily. You’re going to LOVE it!