Welcome to Wide Open Wednesday! This – and every – Wednesday, I will write about something that is interesting to me outside the kitchen. I may share an article, a quote, a question, an experience, a highlight, a low moment or whatever else inspires me to put fingers-to-keyboard. It’s pretty much wide open.
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Life teaches us lessons. But we don’t always do a good job remembering them. Here’s a list of some of the things I know and seem to forget – or chose to ignore.
I know happiness is a way of traveling, not a destination — but I still occasionally focus too much on getting there.
I know I should give my dog a bath more often — but I don’t because I like his little doggie smell.
I know that productivity experts say you should not check e-mail first thing in the morning – but the very first thing I do when I arrive at work is check my e-mail.
I know clothes are not that significant in the scheme of life – but I really feel like having a cute outfit for a party is important.
I know that eating Paleo foods is a good investment in my health – but I occasionally get so flabbergasted by our grocery bills that I seriously wonder if we should start eating rice again.
I know that when someone is rude, it’s usually about them, not me – but sometimes I take it personally.
I know Facebook is a dangerous time suck – but I really do like to know that a girl I never talked to in high school celebrated her two year old’s birthday with a homemade Cookie Monster cake.
I know I shouldn’t care when I can’t lift a given weight on a particular day – but sometimes I do.
I know I should get more sleep — but I don’t because I want to do more with my days than commute, work and eat.
I know I would look cuter if I worked out in Lululemon gear – but I just can’t plunk down the credit card for $90 tights.
I know I should make sure all my dairy comes from organic, grass-fed cows – but I regularly drink the generic cream from King Soopers at work.
I know if I ever got everything on my to-do list done, I’d be bored – but that doesn’t stop me from trying.
Your turn. What do you know and forget — or chose to ignore?
Hi, one thing you can stop worrying about…bathing your dog. Actually, people bathe their dogs too often, so it’s good that you like it’s doggy smell. Realistically they should be bathed a couple times of year, for the health of their skin and fur. Just a little fyi (and you can cross that one off your list.)
Fantastic! I’m going to embrace his doggie scent even more.
Thanks for the comment.
I know I should always drink water when I wake up but tend to have a coffee first thing.
I know I should always put my daughter in her own bed, but I do love having her in my bed to snuggle.
I know I should exercise more but I really do have many good excuses.
I know with all the things I have to do today I should not be spending my time here, but I sure do enjoy reading your blog!
Amy, these are precious! Ditto on the coffee.
Thanks for spending some of your time here!
I know I should remember that I have a house that needs to be cleaned, but I have a Paleo Bistro that needs me more!
I know I have dogs and a cat that need more attention, but so do I!
My daughter knows that she should edit her newly finished novel, but she likes to melt and watch James Bond instead!
I know I should be working out, but I get my workout at work (12-14 hour days of arobic activity)!
I know I need a massage, but I afraid to relax that much!
There is so much more…but the shop calls!
“I know I need a massage, but I am afraid to relax that much!” This made me laugh out loud!
Love these! And nice work with the busy shop!
Busy does not even come close to describing the shop, MC! Actually, we are looking for a staff so that we can open a second location. Know anyone looking for work with knowledge of the paleo lifestyle?
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Glad I made you laugh, go ahead, laugh at my fear
Jaime, That’s fantastic that you are ready to open a new shop! Let me know when it’s open and Ill make sure to post about it!
MC