Trying to be zen girl

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Today was a nice day. D, my co-worker and partner in crime, decided after working some killer overtime last week that we should do something nice. We took a long lunch break and to the mall. Okay, the mall in RR is kind of sad but a consignment type shop has opened there and had winter clothes for a $1. A dollar. I brought a studded black sweatshirt, a jacket, a thick winter jacket and a cropped khaki pants. Then we had a nice lunch at Chick-fil-A.

So tonight, I am not writing stories. I reading magazines and newspapers and packing for my trip home. I am being zen. I am eating a homecook meal. Not fast food or food from an event I have covered. Tonight, I am not a reporter. I just girl in jeans with holes, eating peanut butter and chocolate straight from the jar while watching the nightly news and gossip shows. It has never felt so good to be home.

Daily Dose

1. Everyone should have a partner in crime.

2. Orange soda makes things okay.

3. Be able to discuss LOST with people who understand your frustration and happiness.

Comments

  1. KimFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:56 PM

    Everyone needs a good break from work, for the sake of sanity! I hope you can take it easy tonight!

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  2. SairsFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    I'm glad you're having a little break from the insane world we live in. Thank you too for your lovely comments on my blog. Wishing I was laying in front of the tv right now :-/
    *hugs*
    Sarah

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  3. annamariaFebruary 25, 2010 at 12:16 PM

    I'm so happy for you! it's very important to have these breaks and I'm glad you enjoyed it =D
    xoxo

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