I’m glad you all enjoyed ”deep thoughts” from the depths of my eclectic brain.
It’s nice to know I am capable of true human emotion when called upon, instead of the awkward joke or two usually busted out, ending in an even more awkward situation for everyone.
Anyhoo.
How are we this morning?
I’m coming off of my fourth morning workout of the week, along with two cups of coffee. Excuse the crazed perkiness. It wears off after the first hour or two.
Somehow, the momentum has continued through the week, and getting up at 5:15 each time has not been an issue. Except once, but I heard my roommate stirring and knew she’d never workout with or even talk to me again if I stood her up at such an early hour.
Sleep is serious business around here.
This motivation is also possibly because I’m not quite sure how much longer the morning routine will happen. Next week is the start of my new job. New hours, new commute, new everything. My entire life may feel flipped for a little while (insert freaking out here).
And I just don’t see myself getting all pumped up over a 4:30 wakeup call.
No wait- it’s a certainty that will not happen. It was established long ago that 5:00 is the absolute cut off when it comes to how early Amy will get up to work out.
After working a few kinks out of the system with a sluggish 4.1-mile run on Tuesday morning (stupid Tuesdays…), I was hoping for an improvement on how Wednesday and Thursday would go.
Wednesday included 22 minutes on the stairs and 17 on the elliptical before retiring to the weight room to pretend like I know what I’m doing for a bit. Yes, if I plan to be seen at some point on the beach of Lake Michigan, those 2 odd minutes on each machine do make a difference. Every little bit counts, yes?
And when I say every little bit, I mean it. This morning I didn’t do a neighborhood run or hit the gym. I worked out in front of the television with Jillian Michael’s No More Trouble Zones. To balance out all the cardio I’ve been doing.
My muscles will surely hate me tomorrow.
But, like I said, every little bit counts.

Finally- I broke down and purchased new pans. One of which is an 8-inch and is perfect for omelets! Too bad I still suck at them always ending up overdone…
Just like a little extra protein in the mornings…
Usually, a loaded bowl of oatmeal or something super carbalicious is paired with my morning headlines. But I have the extra 10 minutes- why not do an omelet a few times a week?
Plus my bagel thins were on their last leg. I’m still on a super budget. Waste not, want not.
Same goes for the zuchinni.

I believe I could corporate those bagel thins into every single meal of my day. At 110 calories, I guess there could be worse addictions.
Clearly my meal planning was lacking this week. Because it was also on its last leg. What’s the deal, yo?
So I saved myself from wasting food. And kept myself from spending more $$.
Every little bit counts. My wallet just smiled and winked at me. Weird.
I need more sleep. Maybe just more coffee. My feelings on this are contradicting themselves.
Excuse me before my train of thought derails completely. It’s time to start the last day at my current job.
I expect happy/sad tears.
Oh look! Another contradiction of sorts! I belong in a skittles commercial.
Anyway, it’s most likely going to be a long day. But there’s a promise of lots of food. And very little work left for me to do. So it’ll be a sad day, but things could be worse.
Geez- what is with all this human emotion stuff? UGH. So lame…
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Congrats on your last day! It’s sad, but you have an exciting new adventure ahead.
I have to work out in the morning because I like being able to run errands or do other things after work. Good luck sticking to it!
I’m excited for you! You are on to a new adventure! I know there will be some sadness, but keep your chin up and know that you are heading to a new exciting future!
I feel your pain on sorting out a schedule when starting a new job — hopefully you’re able to work it out (without having to get up before 5AM!).
happy last day! I wish you were my roommate. I need a workout buddy.
with your earlier morning routine, may I suggest you look at Iowa Girl Eats blog and find her recipe for breakfast burritos. You freeze 7-9 at a time and the microwave from the freezer in 2-3 minutes.
Enjoy your last day! So exciting that you’re about to start a whole new phase of life!
I’m feeling inspirational this morning, roll with it.
I’m not good at morning workouts but I did go for a run this morning and I feel like I’m more energized because of that. Sooo that’s cool!
Have fun on your last day!!!
Have a great last day! 4:30 wake up calls would not be acceptable, you’re right. Who knows, though, you might have some extra adrenaline at the beginning!
Happy last day, love!! Enjoy it and at least wait for your first cocktail to get too emotional
Have a good last day!! They’re always a little sad, and a little exciting. So many mixed feelings.
And umm . . . getting up before 5 am to workout it way too much to ask. For me, I can’t do anything before 5:05. It just won’t happen.
Starting a new job is always so hard…I hate the whole adjustment time. But if it’s any consolation I get up at 5 am so I feel the whole early morning thing.
PS: I’m not an expert chef by any means but the omelet? Flip it over and turn the stove off. It’ll keep cooking but it won’t overcook. It works for me every time!
Good luck on your last day!! Sometimes the last day at an old job is harder than the first day at a new job.
And that’s why I only make scrambled eggs. My omelets burn every time!
I agree, anytime before 5am is still the middle of the night!! Enjoy your last day
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A new adventure! How exciting! I love the last days of an old job – there’s always so much food.
Congrats on your new job!
Last days are tough but every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end
You get used to 4 am alarm clocks. I actually still do it even though I’m on vacation….I tried going at 8 am and HATED IT. Too many people. None of them adorable and fun to watch….
Think that makes me a stalker.
Working out in the mornings is tough. Three weeks ago I started getting my runs in before work, and the 5am wake-up call still kills me.
Good luck on your new job! Very very exciting
Happy/sad here, too. And I’ve only been here 6 months! Lift throws curve balls, I tell you! I am super impressed with your morning workouts. I have given serious consideration to starting morning workouts when moving to MI and starting my new job because I know I”ll be working later and thus, evening workouts will probably become more difficult than morning workouts. Oh, so much to consider! Enjoy your last day!!!