I had a great day yesterday.  But was it healthy or unhealthy?  Hmm…

When I finally rolled out of bed (I slept A LOT later than everyone else in the house), I had a cup of coffee and a raisin bagel.

I spent some time repacking and organizing my crap stuff that I spread all around Jared’s family’s formal living room.

Nothing beats curling up with a good book!

I spent some time reading Amy Tan’s The Bonesetter’s Daughter.  It wasn’t long before my eyes were heavy and a nap was necessary.

Jared’s parents grabbed burgers for lunch.

Ooo, crinkle cut fries!

Once my greasy cheeseburger digested, I tried to accomplish an at-home workout.

Going for time rather than reps, I made a list of several exercises and then performed each one for a minute.  I went through the circuit twice.  My workout included:

• Squats
• Front Lifts (holding a medium exercise ball)
• Push Ups
• Crunches
• Plank
• Jog in place
• (a few other random exercises that I can’t remember)

Jared and I met his HS buddy for dinner at the Owl House.  It’s a casual spot in Rochester that offers many vegetarian and gluten-free menu options.

I was obsessed with this cute owl graphic!

We waited 30 minutes for a table.  It was a comfortable and easy wait; there were plenty of seats at the bar.

I enjoyed a glass of “Irony” Pinot Noir while we waited.

Once we were seated, the 3 of us split an appetizer.  We ordered Cigarillos, buffalo spiced chicken & cheddar, wrapped in flour tortillas, fried crisp, and served with Bleu Cheese.  This was also available with vegan substitutes.

After a very heavy lunch, I wanted to keep my dinner on the simple side.  I ordered the Matty’s Moustache  sandwich: warm Brie, apple, pear, red onion, and baby arugula on grilled sourdough bread.  I had field greens on the side.

Jared and I made a pit stop at Wegman’s.  Even though I had only spent one day in Rochester, Jared was hoping I’d been converted and would cheer for the local teams.  Sorry Buffalo Bills and Sabres.  I still love the Patriots and the Bruins. 

We made plans to spend the evening relaxing in the hot tub with a few friends.

I was a little nervous to go outside in my bathing suit.  Especially with so much snow surrounding the hot tub!

Yikes!  Running across the snow covered deck was COLD.

Once I made it in the hot tub, I was content.  The water was warm and soothing. I had a glass of red wine and good company.  The ultimate relaxation – until I had to leave the hot tub to run back inside.

*So what do you think, was I healthy or unhealthy?*

I don’t think I made the best food decisions, but it could’ve been worse.  I enjoyed a few glasses of wine, but didn’t over imbibe.  I spent a lot of time focused on rest and relaxation.  But I also spent 20 minutes exercising and getting the best workout possible given my surroundings.  I can’t live every day this; that wouldn’t be healthy.  But since I’m still on Christmas Vacation, I’d say I did ok.