Hey y’all, happy Friday! The first full week back at work after a vacation can always be tough, but I actually was feeling really energized going into the week and it flew by. I also got some good news this week—that since we are now in Phase Two, my apartment gym could re-open! It’s available by appointment only and you have the whole gym to yourself. It’s also sanitized before and after each use. While I (personally) am more weary of group exercise classes, I am comfortable using my apartment gym given all the precautions they are taking. It has been SO NICE to have access to a treadmill, a slew of weights, and more room to work out than my tiny studio. It does so much for my mental health when I get my heart rate up regularly!
My weekend should be pretty low key and I’m looking forward to it—one of my best friends recently bought a house and we’re going out to see it for a socially distanced brunch. I’ve had breakfast food on the brain this week as a result, and really want to make this quiche this weekend, too—it’s one of my families go-tos for Christmas and Easter! I’ll also probably go on a long walk around the neighborhood, hit up my apartment gym, and continue my rewatch of Friday Night Lights.
Whatever you’re up to this weekend, I hope it’s a good one—stay safe out there, and mask up when you’re in a public place! x
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