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Week of Firsts

To say this week was eventful would be an understatement.  First off, I officially have one full 40-hour work-week under my belt as a residential eating disorder dietitian - and I love it!  As I've mentioned in previous social media posts, this job transition is not only exciting, but challenging, nerve-wracking, and definitely going to push me out of my comfort zone.  I can now say at my company I've worked in all levels of care (outpatient, IDP/IOP & residential) and I have experience working with a variety of eating disorder diagnoses.  So YAY for job growth and opportunities!

This weekend I also got to check something off my bucket list that I've been wanting to do for a long time.  Back in 2014 I first learned about aerial fitness and was so interested in trying, but couldn't find classes near me.  Then 2015 rolled around; I did a little research and found a few studios in Des Moines that started offering this class style.  Not long after I made a "Goals for 2015" note in my Iphone that year, I learned I was pregnant with Eli...so that dream was put on hold.  

Now it's 2018: I'm living in a new state and metropolitan area that offers SOO much to do, I FINALLY gave aerial a try after I found a studio in NE Minneapolis - and I'm hooked!  (I gotta be honest, this weekend was truthfully my second time going, but my first class was only 2 weeks ago)!  Any of my friends (old and new) if you're in the Twin Cities area, you need to check out The Aviary.  Oh, and those sponsored Facebook posts about Bungee Fitness?  Yeah, this is the studio ;)  

Below are two photos of me doing Chandelier pose in the aerial hammock.  My first class (which you're required to take Intro to Aerials before any other) ran a little late, so I wasn't allowed to grab a quick photo then; these were actually taken on Saturday after I tried Aerial yoga.  Never in a million years would you have been able to convince my childhood self that I'd be going upside down or doing anything remotely thrilling like this - Thankfully, I'm not a "scared-y cat" anymore!


I really wish the instructor could have gotten a pick of me in Savasana in the hammock - sooooooo comfy!!  But the below google image shall do...does that NOT look relaxing!?  How do I get one of these things installed in my home!?!?


After my aerial yoga class, I decided to make the 4 min. walk to a popular local bakery Glam Doll Donuts . My photo of their bakery case isn't the greatest, but their entire shop is decorated like a 50's black & pink diner...they even have as sassy sign out front to match.


I had trouble deciding between all the flavors and unique names (Examples:  'The Hotshot,' or 'The June Cleaver') but finally chose one each for myself, Eli and Dee....Delish!  However, I was bummed I didn't get a cute pink box...next time I'll have to purchase 1/2 dozen just for the cute photo opp!

My weekend ended by finishing up a good book I've been neglecting to read with all of the other busy-ness going on.  I'll admit, there is no better feeling than finishing a good book, reflecting on it, and then having fun choosing which one to dive into next!  My most recent read was A Life in Men (below) - it took me a while to read this one because 1) Like I said before, it's been busy!  And 2) The chapters are really long, and I HATE having to bookmark in the middle of a chapter.

Needless to say, I had to make sure I had enough time to commit when picking this one up.  But it's definitely worth it. (ALL. THE. FEELS)!!

If you're in need of a few other greats I've read so far this year, here's some of my recommendations (various authors): This is How it Always Is;  The Book of Joy;  Sharp Objects (or really, ANY Gillian Flynn novel); and After Anna.  I'm always up for a good book, so if you have any send the titles my way!  I currently follow Reese Witherspoon's book club on Instagram, as well as a local Book club on Facebook which has helped me find new gems.  But seriously, if you have any good ones I'd love to hear them.

Well - here's to the end of this post, & the start of a new work week - wonder what excitement this one will bring? ;)


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