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Day 182: From a Salted Caramel/Soy Latte to Sleepytime Tea....

Today was a long, but very productive day!

I started out with a salted caramel, soy latte on my way to early morning Mass.  Talk about comforting! I'm a little worried about this new habit of mine. I used to be just a black tea in the morning person.

But I am keeping an eye on myself. ;)  It definitely helps me get out of bed and out the door on these cool autumn days, to know that across from the bus stop is a creamy, hot cup of goodness.

I had a full day of piano students and then capped it off with a wonderful performance with my chamber group.  We had a packed house! We performed at the little church where we rehearse every week.  We expected a small group of family and friends and folks from the congregation. But 15 minutes before show time, they were still streaming in. We had to run and bring up more chairs from the basement.

Best concert ever! A wonderful, enthusiastic, engaged audience.  We musicians thrive on this energy. It was magical!

But I was so exhausted afterwards. I bowed out of the after concert drinks. Instead, I walked down to the corner Taco Time and holed up with my Kindle and a couple of crisp tacos and mexi fries.  Oy, I will probably be bloated like a puffer fish tomorrow.

This week I am going to focus on sticking with my daily workouts and simple, whole foods for meals. A lot of fruits and veggies. To make up for this last week. I've been so busy, I haven't done much meal prep.

I am tired. But I feel good.  Tomorrow is a new day.  My daughter just brought me a glass of water and a cup of Sleepytime tea. After my tea, I have a book I am going to curl up with. 

Looking forward to a good night's sleep.

Happy Saturday!

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