by Jen
on October 23, 2011
I hope it’s been a good weekend for y’all. Mine was pretty low-key but perfect. Lots of yoga, a baby shower, two nights spent relaxing on the couch and incredible weather.
What was not so incredible about my weekend was my laptop deciding it was time to go to computer heaven on Saturday night. I took it in to the Geek Squad as soon as Best Buy opened today (because you know I can’t live without a computer) and they told me it would cost $350 to repair it. Since it’s a few years old, I decided that it’s probably best just to get a new one rather than invest a lot in the old one.
So, apparently I’m in the market for a new laptop. I asked for suggestions on Facebook and every single person replied, “MAC, MAC, MAC!” but I am hesitant to spend that much when I can get a PC for half the price. Any thoughts? Input? Recommendations for PCs?
Moving on…
My Sunday morning was spent in the yoga studio. I got there early to practice ashtanga before teaching the 9:15 hot class. In between my practice and teaching, I inhaled this Hungry Bar that Emily sent me from her new business, Bluebird Bakery. Emily sent me a big package of bars and brownies to sample so I’ll have a full review soon. I will tell you that I was extremely pleased with my first Hungry Bar!
After my disappointing trip to the Geek Squad, I consoled myself with a peanut butter, honey and banana sandwich. Pretzels + apples with cinnamon on the side.
After lunch, I had an internal debate about whether to stay home and get things done around the house or head back to the studio for the afternoon hot class. Yoga wins every time. And it was totally worth it – I had an amazing practice.
When I got home from yoga Sullie and I waited for Brandon to return home from a weekend in the mountains hiking and camping with a group of guys. I had not heard from him since he left at 6 a.m. Saturday morning and I was getting a little worried. Clearly, so was Sullie!
When Brandon finally arrived home he requested fish tacos for dinner. I used our favorite recipe and served black beans and a salad on the side.
Now it is time for bed. Tomorrow starts another week with a bang – 6 a.m. BodyPump and a special visitor arrives! Stay tuned. 🙂
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