Weekend Things
I swear, I just finished typing have a great weekend five minutes ago and it’s already over. My, how time flies.
After all of the madness that resulted from going to the city last weekend, we decided to lay low and watch the Aggie game from the comfort of our home this weekend. I woke up to grey cloudy skies but that was fine by me as it made for a nice, cool run.
I managed to keep a good pace the entire time, even with stopping to get a picture of our neighbor’s front yard décor.
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I also stopped to take a picture of some random person’s dog. The poor woman must have thought I was a total nut-job but her dog looked just like a miniature version of Gigi so I had to take a picture to show Brandon.
Her eyes were much lighter but she had the exact same coloring and fluffy coat. I wanted to steal her and pretend she was my baby.
After my run, I managed to crank out a few recipes before kickoff and we enjoyed one of them while watching the game.
The beginning was really exciting and then it took a turn for the worst. We were so close to making a come back in the fourth quarter and I almost had a heart attack from the anticipation but in the end, Bama took it from us. I guess if you have to lose, losing to the #1 team isn’t so bad.
Sunday was a productive day in the kitchen and resulted in one of the best things I’ve made to date.
I found some gorgeous honeycrisp apples at the market this weekend and I just had to put them to good use. I’m a little excited to share that one with you…can you tell?
I also picked up a Bluapple <amazon affiliate link> in attempt to preserve my produce a little longer. I’m not sure if it will live up to it’s claim or not but I’ll report back soon to let you know what I find.
In other news, I was pumped {pun intended} to get a package in the mail on Friday.
I have been wanting to buy the Body Pump DVDs for a long time but was hesitant due to the cost. Then after reading Brittany’s review recently, I couldn’t take it anymore and decided to finally order them. I bought the DVDs without the bar (I read bad reviews about the quality of the LesMills bar) so I still need to find a lightweight bar to use but I already did one of the workouts and it’s just like the class at the gym. I can’t wait to start doing them regularly and feel the burn from the Rep Effect again. It hurts so good. {I know, I’m a cheeseball}
Well, I guess I’m keeping it short and sweet today. A weekend at home doesn’t make for good “lifestyle” blogging but I promise I’ve got some good recipes coming your way soon!
Happy Monday!
What did you do this weekend?
Have you ever tried Body Pump?
That was a crazy game and I was rooting for y’all all the way. You win some, you lose some!!
That cinnamon roll…..dying for the recipe!!!
I hope you will review the Pump DVDs as you get through them. I’ve been eyeing them for a while and may have to put them on my Christmas list!!
Oooo I can’t wait for that recipe with the apples and cinnamon rolls???? That looks amazing! We had a simple weekend just hanging out at home too – sometimes those are the best kind after being busy!
I’m already dying for those cinnamon buns! Girllll you got skill!
I do Body Pump occasionally at my gym but the classes are usually packed so it depends on my level of patience ;)
There’s that cinnamon bun again… killing me! Sounds like a nice weekend (minus the loss but hey Bama is legit!) I’ve never tried Body Pump but it looks great. I’m getting a little bored of Insanity so let me/us know how you like it!
Cannot wait to see that cinnamon bun recipe! Looks to die for. I had a low key weekend. I went home to spend time with my mom and I cooked dinner for my brother who is in college nearby me on Sunday. It was nice to spend lots of time with family!
hehe Ilove your neighbors’ flag! What is that cinnamon bun recipe!?! Looks so dangerous! Drool!
Oooomigosh! I saw that cinnamon bun pic on IG, and all I can say is that you better be sharing it soon! I went to HLS this weekend and got to spend some time with amazing blog friends — I can’t believe the weekend is over!
Never heard of a bluapple before, looking forward to your review on this for sure!
Looks like you had an awesome weekend girly!
I’ve never heard of a bluapple before, I’m curious to see how well it works for you! and I’ve never tried a bodypump class – I’ve heard good things but they always intimidate me. I do like body attack though when I’m at a gym that offers it!
Happy that you had a nice weekend – sometimes you just need to lay low!
Body Attack is my favorite! It miss that class so much. You should try Body Pump, I bet you would love it.
I love honeycrisp apples!! I’m hoping to find some this week. Looks like you had a great weekend at home and those are definitely my favorite!
Honeycrisp = my favourite apples! Hopefully we’ll see them here soon :) They are expensive but worth.every.penny. Looking forward to the cinnamon bun recipe!
I love weekends at home. Friday was a lazy night after work of pizza & wine. Saturday was busy w/ cleaning, shopping, visiting a friend, & then 2 other friends came over for dinner. Sunday I did a 6 mile run in the state park near my parents house (you’re sooo much faster than me! ha!) and then relaxed by blogging & watching the niners game.
That sounds like a perfect weekend Kelli! Especially the pizza and wine part. ;)
I’m so glad you found the review helpful and you are liking BodyPump! Isn’t is great to be able to do it in the comfort of your own home? The bar isn’t the best but I haven’t really had any problems with it and because it comes apart, it works for my small space. I’m looking forward to some amazing recipes from you this week! I saw some gorgeous looking things on your Insta feed and I need some inspiration!
So far it seems perfect! I wish they would send out new DVDs as much as they offer new tracks in the classes. I don’t understand why they don’t, I guess it’s a money thing.
I cannot wait for the cinnamon roll recipe lady! looks amazing. Glad you had a fun weekend staying in. Happy Monday
Those cinnamon buns!!! Holy yum.
I always hear great things about body bump, but still have yet to try a class! I really should get on that at some point.
Sometimes weekends at home are just needed. This weekend I had to work and then I went out with some friends on Saturday night. It was definitely a mix of relaxing and going out which I love!
Honeycrisp apples are my favorite, I love the idea of a a sweet roll with them. Football Sunday is actually becoming one of my favorite days :) I’m usually productive in the morning then get to relax and watch football with the boys. It’s crazy how much similar that dog looked!
That pre game setup is SO perfect! You must be everyone’s favorite person during football season.
What a great use of the apples! If your team had to lose its ok to lose to the #1 team. :)
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That Aggie game was definitely a nail biter! We had a pretty good crowd at our house and everyone was bummed that they lost. You’re right though…at least it was to the #1 team! P.S. Weekends at home are the best :-)
I haven’t tried Bodypump, but I’d love to! I’m signing up for a ymca membership this year, and they don’t offer it. :(
I’m so jealous you already have access to honey crisps – THEY’RE THE BEST APPLE EVER!!!!
Weekends at home are definitely necessary for any sort of recipe development! And it looks like you have some good stuff in store for us :)
I love how you have everything spread out on the coffee table!!
Awwwweee, that cute pup does look similar to you beloved Gigi!! :)
I can’t wait ot see how the bluapple works out. I’ve never heard of it before, but it seems like something I would make very, very good use of. I feel like I’m either freezing or shoving random vegetables in my meals just so they don’t go bad.
I love that you stop and take pictures during your run. I do the same thing! haha I stopped for like a second during my 1/2 marathon to get a picture of everyone going across the bridge, and everyone who ran the marathon asks me for it!
Haha- that’s typical, isn’t it? They want you to do all the work so they don’t have to mess up their pace. :)
I haven’t tried body pump but I hear people really get addicted to it. This weekend I did lots of homework, went two different parties on Saturday, and watched a few movies. I can’t wait for real fall weather where it’s sunny outside but also cool! Though today is the first day I’ve seen more than 10 minutes of sunshine since last Tuesday so that’s a plus!
Sounds like a great weekend! I’m excited for the warm and sunny days too. The grey winter can’t wait a little longer. :)
Ahhh at home Body Pump videos? I actually haven’t taken a class yet but I’ve only ever heard great things. Problem is, my old gym didn’t have it and the one I go to now, all of the classes conflict with my schedule. I’m hoping to go soon though once the group class schedule changes. You’ll have to let me, and everyone else, know how the videos are!
I used to have a hard time making it due to the schedule too. It’s nice to have the home DVDs for a backup plan. I’ll be sure to do a review and let you know if they are worth the moola!
That cinnamon roll!! <3 Now I'm super sad I have up processed sugar for at least 2 weeks :( And I'm intrigued about this blue apple… Do tell more! I know you'll love body pump! I tried Insanity for the first time this weekend and holy intenseness! I need to get that at home.
Good for you giving up processed sugar! I wish I could be so strong.
I have yet to try Insanity but it looks like a great workout! It seems to be offered at more gyms now too. Maybe I’ll sneak in one with a free pass. ;)
Awesome 6 miles this weekend! I love with your neighbor’s yard decor. It’s definitely wine O’clock at my house right now!
That dog is so pretty! She kind of looks like a tan version of my black Sandy Lu too!
I can’t wait for that new recipe it looks so yummy I am drooling!!
Sounds like even if the weekend went by quick it was still a good one.