The other day I was chatting it up with Monica about blogging and picking her brain about what she likes/dislikes about blogs these days. She and I actually met inadvertently through GML, so I always like to hear her thoughts and advice.
One of the things Monica said she misses about blogs in general is the old school “day in the life” posts. I’ve definitely gotten away from them, mostly because I think who even cares? or that I should produce more “professional” content. But what Monica said really did make sense, especially considering I get a ton of email questions about what my daily routine looks like.
So, you asked…I’ll answer! I’m going to start giving more peeks into at what my daily routine(s) look like, which can really vary day by day.
So to follow up a lovely Saturday, here’s my productive Monday.
Mondays aren’t thee most exciting days for me, as they’re typically focused on getting a lot of work done and preparing for the week ahead. As always, I spend the first 45-60 minutes of my day reading, journaling, and praying.
Sometimes I’ll have time before work to go to the gym, but today I finished up some Speakable necklaces instead.
(For the new Valentine’s Collection, launching tomorrow!)
For breakfast I had a quick (and not photo-worthy) bowl of oatmeal with fruit before starting my “official” work day.
From 9-5 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays I work remotely for my dad’s real estate appraisal company doing office administration, client/appraiser relations, and some accounting.
On those days I’m usually in sweats or workout clothes. Today that looked like…trying to convince spring to come a few months early 😉
While I’m working I usually watch my favorite talk shows and catch up on blogging/social media here and there. Around lunch time I usually take a break to run errands or go to the gym, but today I spent about 30 minutes photographing the new Speakable collection.
Fineeee, I’ll give you a sneak peek!
(Be sure to check the Speakable website and Instagram tomorrow for the full collection!)
For lunch I made a salad of things I had leftover in the fridge, and it turned out to be delicious!
In a bowl combine 1 cup chickpeas, 1 cup chopped kale, 1 large ripe avocado (mashed), and salt & pepper to taste. The result is so tasty and really filling. Definitely a new favorite (and simple) meal of mine.
Throughout the day I also snack on roasted almonds, on a fancy paper towel.
I ended up finishing work 10 minutes early today so I could run to a jewelry supply store before it closed. That’s right – I’ve swapped shopping for clothes with shopping for…anti-tarnish lacquer.
When I got home I spent a few hours editing the new Speakable photos, and writing this post. I also made a dentist appointment, scheduled movers, and cleaned out my five email inboxes.
Finally, it was time to relax. I treated myself to Blossom Du Jour for dinner, then I kept things as girlie as possible by painting my nails and watching The Bachelor.
(I went with the 2nd and 4th ones – Nude topped with Gold Star)
At least this pic isn’t awkward at all…
And for a very #LEAN14 dessert, I took a lazy girl’s approach to PB Banana Bites. The coconut butter hiding under there is what takes this from a snack to a (quite rich) dessert.
So there you have it! My typical productive Monday.
What does your usual Monday routine look like? Anyone else have spring fever already?
I’m watching the Bachelor right now! I love Juan- such a guilty pleasure show!
Wow you did have a productive day!!!
I woke up at 7, prayed till 9:30… Made that tough decision I texted you about and watched Netflix all day in honor of MLK lol
Just wanted to say I LOVE that you openly talk about your belief in God and are an active christian! You don’t see enough of that sometimes. I would love if you posted a ist of books that you used and loved reading about our faith!xx
Hi Nia! Wow, thank you so much for this comment <3 I actually have all of my favorite books listed on my Amazon store (follow link via http://girlmeetslife.com/shop). Definitely let me know if you have questions about any of them! xoxo
Alycia Mealy says
A day in the life are my favorite posts !
p.s. I love jesus calling, such an amazing devotional !
xoxo
Alycia
Jesus Calling is such a great devotional.
Loving the new speakable line. I have two friends with birthdays coming up in March/April, so I already know what I’m getting them!
YAY! thanks for the support, girl!
Monday = Crazy busy 10hr day at the Virtua HealthFitness Center. I train a handful of special populations members, personal training sessions, athletic performance training sessions, fitness evaluations, and meeting new members! Needless to say, having the day off on Tuesday is much needed. Wednesday picks back up where Monday leaves off but turns into a 12hr day and includes my Yoga Sculpt class!! =)
Random salads are my fave.. Yours looks fab!!
ahh love it! so excited you get to do what you love AND are so good at 😀 xo
Ohhh good ole Mondays. They are bittersweet for me. Like most mornings I wake up, take a shower and start a pot of hot water to mix with lemon and honey. I usually spend 15-20 minutes enjoying my hot lemon, honey water while watching some reality TV snuggled under a blanket on the couch. Then begrudgingly I get ready for the day, have a little breakfast and head to catch the bus for work. I spend 9 hours each day in an office managing client caseloads for an attorney’s office and then head home on the bus to get dinner started. While Mondays are never looked forward to after a nice weekend it is one of my favorite weekdays because my fiance is off of work on Mondays and we get to enjoy some nightly time together that is pretty rare.
that morning drink sounds so delicious! I haven’t been drinking coffee, so that sounds like a perfect alternative
Nothing really special happens on Mondays. Workout, go to work, come home and play with my son (that’s special!), make supper and go to bed. Pretty boring
I typically don’t get Spring fever because I do enjoy winter but since this winter has been too cold to even go outside to play or snowshoe or sled I find myself being very ready for Spring!
I actually love Mondays. I always have. (:
And I agree with Monica- ‘day in the life’ posts are so fun to read and I miss seeing them more often! I’m glad you shared one.
Oh, and I definitely have spring fever. Although, with 85+ degree temps, it basically IS spring in LA!
I’ve actually been having LA fever lately too 😉
I mimic someone above in that I was led to your blog because of your faith…talking about it. I love NYC as well 😉 I love fashion and food….
Thanks so much for that, Susan!
Do you make all the Speakable necklaces yourself? That is pretty awesome!
I design them and then have the bars laser engraved, then I do all the rest
That’s amazing! I think it’s so inspiring the work that you are doing!