Pants

Today I woke up and it was 42 degrees and raining outside. I was intending on going for a run, but screw that. I do not like the idea of wet, cold, or the combination of the two. So... it didn't happen. I am playing 'raquetball' (read : running around with a racket with a friend like crazy people), so whatevs. I'm over it.

However, the self-esteem is a little low today. Because of the wonderful weather*, pants were necessary. However, I only really own two pairs of jeans (my cords are my old RA's, and 1. they look much better rolled up, and 2. they are rather dirty. Can anyone say laundry time?). Neither one really 'fits': one pair is too big, and a belt is needed, and the other pair fits, but I feel very self conscious in them. Sadly, I chose this pair, and ED is screaming 'restrict, restrict!' at me, hoping to get rid of that feeling. Nope. Not going to happen, gosh darn it.

*denotes sarcasm

That being said, I need new pants. Sigh. I hate jean shopping almost as much as I hate swim suit shopping. I have a very long inseam, which makes sense, given my height. Almost every pair of pants I try on, including the 'longs' or even the 'extra longs' are too short. Grrrr.

And now for something completely different: a review. Okay, so not that different, but oh well.
I had my first Kombucha over a year ago (the Ginger Berry flavor). I really enjoyed the tangy, spicy, taste and the mild carbonation. I grabbed this baby at WF because it was on sale, and one of the ingredients grabbed my attention: lavender! I grew up with a mother who loves lavender - at home, we have lavender soaps of various kinds (kitchen, hand, floor, etc), we have a lavender bush on our porch, and I remember getting lavender scented candles and lotions for her for many years. I first ate lavender a few years ago in Seattle on a family vacay in the form of lavender jelly. I instantly fell in love. Since then, I have capitalized on the sweet herby flavor as often as I can, adding cooking lavender to everything from cookies (lavender + anise = heaven) to soups. When I saw the lavender and elderberry kombucha, I knew I had to try it.

I loved it, but I thought that the elderberry flavor came through much more than the lavender flavor did. However, the overall quality and taste was outstanding. I do love this stuff! It feels like I am doing something good for my body when I drink it. Although I won't buy Kombucha often because of the cost, I definitely see myself trying new flavors on days when I want something special.

Huh. This post is much longer than my normal 'at work' post. Just goes to show you how bored I really am. :)

And now, some more enjoyment:


Just those two for today! Its getting harder to find good ones...

I'm actually going to do work now! Yay! And by work, I mean talk to someone about a future project that we'll do when the SUN is shining.

I don't think I'm talking to my boss just yet - I'm going to wait until all my appointments are on a regular schedule. I feel a little lame for backing out, but I'd rather keep it on the downlow for now.

Have a lovely day ladies!

Emma