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Little Things I Look Forward To Each Day

July 13, 2011 by Kristy 14 Comments

7/13/11
8 miles temp0 / 1:06 / 8:15 avg pace
*6 miles at 7:50 pace

I was thinking a few days ago about all the routine things I do each day that make me smile, bring me out of a bad mood, comfort me, etc.  If you sense a list coming up, you’re correct!  Here’s my list of little things that I look forward to each day (most likely in order of appearance!).

1.  My morning run:  If you couldn’t tell from my 5:00AM wake-up calls, I’m an early bird.  Running in the morning is so peaceful (and necessary in the summer).  It’s the best way to start the day.

2.  Venti sugar-free vanilla non-fat misto:  I swing by Starbucks on the days that I go into work (I work from home 2 days a week).  Delicious!  I know my drink order is super high maintenance but this is way cheaper than a Skinny Vanilla Latte but tastes the same.

3.  Readers’ comments:  I LOVE reading your comments!  I get so excited when my Gmail lights up!  Keep ’em coming 🙂

4.  Blog reading:  I also love to read all of your blogs!

5.  Walking in the door after work and seeing Hawk:  How can you not love a dog that is so happy to see you every day?  He practically looses his mind when I walk in the door.

6.  Having dinner with Matt:  I love to sit down and eat with Matt (bonus if it’s summer and we can grill and eat on the deck).

7.  Taking Hawk for a walk:  Bonus if Matt comes along.  I enjoy going out for a walk but don’t get the chance to do it very often.

8.  Watching a TV show with Matt:  We don’t watch much TV so this is a real treat.  Usually we watch a show on Netflix (just finished up Friday Night Lights – so so so good!).

9.  Bed:  Yes, I’m serious.  I love to sleep and go to bed early – between 9:00 and 9:30.  Yup, call me grandma.  But that 5:00AM wake-up call comes pretty fast!

What are some routine things that you look forward to each day?  

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  1. Kara says

    July 13, 2011 at 7:12 am

    I love putting the baby to bed at night. That’s the highlight of my day because she’s usually sweet and cuddly and also, it’s the end of my “work” day 🙂

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  2. bethp262 says

    July 13, 2011 at 7:34 am

    I am also an early-to-bed/early-to-rise person. I love getting my exercise in early–I feel better and know even if it turns out to be a bad day, I have done something good for myself. (Awesome run there–you are going to crush your marathon PR in Sept!)

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  3. Claire says

    July 13, 2011 at 8:25 am

    thanks for the reminder to keep in mind all of the little (and big) things that make me happy! 🙂 easy to lose track sometimes. here’s one random one – i love farmer’s markets – particularly my local one and chatting with a particular vendor who i always see each week. it makes me feel like part of a community, and i just love roaming around, looking at all the colorful produce and getting lots of goodies to bring home!

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  4. Pink Runner says

    July 13, 2011 at 9:53 am

    This summer is turning me into a night owl! I’ve been staying up way too late each night. I never got into the early morning running routine this summer, but I still have time! I’ve been looking forward to my night spinning/BodyPump classes during the week. I also love reading blogs (like yours!) and getting comments 🙂

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  5. Julia says

    July 13, 2011 at 10:46 am

    haha my daily wake-up and bed time sound the same as yours!! your tempo was so speedy girl! you are seriously an inspiration for me 🙂

    I look forward to coming home every evening to my sweet pup and playing with her for a bit until its time for dinner 🙂

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  6. runningismagical says

    July 13, 2011 at 11:38 am

    I’m JUST getting into the groove of 5am runs…and I’m not going to lie it was REALLY tough at first! But now I don’t think I’d have it any other way!

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  7. Lauren says

    July 13, 2011 at 11:49 am

    I love this! It’s easy to get stuck in a routine and stop appreciating the little things about each day. One of the things that I also look forward to coming home to my pup every evening. No one is this world is as excited as he is to see me. It’s a daily confidence boost. 😉

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  8. evamadera says

    July 13, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    I know exactly what you mean about the mistos. I’m so glad I discovered it. My order’s pretty high-maintenance too 🙂 tall nonfat misto one pump mocha

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  9. Tessa @ Amazing Asset says

    July 13, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    This is such a nice post. Thank you for reminding me to think of the little things that give me delight each and every day! I love my morning routine, of an early run followed up by coffee and a breakfast recipe of my choice. Simple but wonderful 🙂

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  10. Mike Shay says

    July 14, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    I like having my coffee on the deck thinking I have a whole day in front of me. Great post

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  11. RAS says

    July 14, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    It’s too bad we’re not neighbors. I would so join you for 5 AM morning runs — though I might be looking more at your ass since you’re super fast these days! September marathon has nothing on you. ;o) We could probably have slumber parties too because I’m in bed that early… used to be earlier than that, pre-preggo days — I’m talking 8-8:30. LOL

    I like today’s entry a lot! ;o)

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    • Kristy says

      July 15, 2011 at 11:57 am

      Thank you! I love your comments too – they always make me laugh!

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  12. Stephanie says

    July 14, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I am with you on the 5 am wake up and 9 bed time…hmm I really need to think on this and add to it! Great points!

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