May is such a great month for me. It means warmer temperatures, flowers in full bloom, celebrating the amazing women in my life, opening up the pool, a long weekend away, and celebrating our anniversary.
Here is what is on my radar this month.
Reading...
- The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz. This came recommended and I can't wait to dive in and enjoy it for myself.
And re-reading...
- You are a Badass by Jen Sincero. This book is a keeper and a must-read for anyone you care about in your life.
Eating...
- Salads of all kinds, including this delicious Southwest style salad...recipe coming soon.
I added the avocado later. Fabulous!
Drinking...
- Iced coffee and iced tea. I've been making it at home and saving a bit of money. Winning!
Traveling to...
- Chicago! I am so grateful to my new friend, Mona, and her husband, Michael, who are hosting me next weekend for my first trip to Chi-Town.
- I met Mona when I volunteered for and attended the Women in Travel Summit, and I am so excited and so grateful for the opportunity to explore this iconic American city. Have you been? What is one non-negotiable cannot miss thing to see or food to try?
Doing...
- PiYo. This pilates/yoga hybrid is exactly what I am looking for in terms of a program to add to my current strength training and cardio. I found myself an accountability group and I am ready to get started.
Pining for...
- New sandals. I love my flip flops, but it's time for some "grown-up" sandals, especially for when we're in Europe.
- New spring recipes to try.
- Blue hydrangeas
- A new summer dress
- Outdoor grilling
April Goals...How did I do?
- Getting in all of my water ounces every day. BETTER THAN BEFORE. Not done every day, but hitting it more often than not.
- Getting a free ticket to Beachbody Summit with my team in Nashville in July. DONE...I will be celebrating and kicking it up in Nashville this summer, courtesy of Beachbody.
- Finishing my graduate classes. DONE. I am now at a Masters, plus 15 credits.
- Planning our 3-day Patriots Day weekend getaway. My husband has the holiday off too, so we're hoping to get out of town. NOPE. We stayed in town and had a low key weekend.
May Goals and Celebrations
- Celebrate our anniversary.
- Help plan our Memorial Day getaway weekend.
- Help 3 people who want to commit to their own health goals.
- Find at least one person who would like to earn extra income while they work on their own health and wellness goals.
- Draft an editorial calendar for the summer.
- Plan my birthday weekend in June.
- Find a 5K to do in the fall.
That's about it.
What's happening ahora in your world these days?
I need to read the "you are a badass" book! Ah!
ReplyDeleteAnd Yes to iced coffee, and teas <3 And grilling AND summer dresses! Joy!
May is a wonderful month!
I'm loving May right now too! This weather has me happy happy happy! Def interested in the You are a Badass book! Thanks for the recommendation!
ReplyDeleteI have heard of Piyo but haven't tried it. Looks like a great workout! And that salad looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary lovely ! Hope you have a beautiful one :)
ReplyDeleteThat southwestern salad looks delish! congrats on achieving your goals!
ReplyDeleteI love this post. The Oscar Wao book is on my list, too. Have a wonderful time in Chicago! I was just there last weekend. Love Chicago.
ReplyDeleteIt's a fun way to catch up. I had a great time in Chicago. Thanks so much, Lara.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Peggy! That Badass book is fabulous! I had a great time in Chicago. It was so much fun. The weather was not cooperative, but I did get a chance to see what a beautiful city is is and I look forward to going back. Thank you so much! Wishing you a wonderful second half of May.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I have to write up a recipe. It's so easy. And thank you for the congrats. I'm a goal driven person, so it's motivating to set and reach them.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Zakkiya! I know we will. <3
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing, Marci! I love that is uses body weight and there's no jumping. I am working up a recipe for the salad. It's so easy.
ReplyDeleteThat book is fabulous! Channel that inner badass and let her shine. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteIt's one of my favorites! :-) Enjoy the book! It's fabulous!
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