Yesterday I had to run out to my second home, i.e. the grocery store.
I had to pick up some produce and essentials since I’ve been eating lots of these.
With Vegan Slaw Dressing
I pour it after I finish taking pictures so my salad doesn’t get soggy.
Add some Tofu for extra protein
And after going to my second home, I also went to:
The Bank
The Post Office
And Rite-Aid for some toiletries.
Basically I ran around like a mad woman in the rain with a 4 year old in and out of her carseat a bazillion times. And people cannot drive in 1/16th of an inch of rain here since it rarely happens. Talk about chaos on the roads. Thankfully it’s back to normal and sunny again and in the low 60s today.
She’s a pro at errand running, though! Just don’t forget the water…
…and the snacks!
Like a No-Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Bar
Or homemade Vegan GF Crackers
You can take them in the sweet or savory direction. Also grain and nut free. Just seeds in these.
From my earlier Wish List Post, I loved hearing what’s on your wish lists! Vita-Mixes, immersion blenders, cooking gadgets, and trips seemed to top the list.
And thank you for the insightful comments about Does Money Make you Happy? Lots of wonderful perspectives and thoughts on where the juncture of happiness and money meet in your life. I don’t think money makes anyone happy per se, but I think it does make life easier and less stressful. But it’s important to find non-material things to make your heart go pitter-patter and sustain your happiness.
Dessert: High Raw Vegan Peppermint Patties
Questions:
1. What errands have you ran lately? Or anything on your errand running list you need to tackle?
It seems like I just went to Target
Recently replenished my stash of dry goods and non-perishables (most of which I ordered online to save money though)
But it’s a never ending job keeping things stocked up!
Not to mention, the bank, post office, there is always something to be done and somewhere to go.
2. When you go out, do you bring snacks with? If so, what?
With a small child, snacks are key! Snacks can save a situation from turning into a meltdown. Or prevent a minor little blip on the radar from becoming a massive.
I have a post with fast, easy, and healthy snack ideas
And there is also a section in my recipes tab for kid-friendly snack ideas, too.
3. What’s on deck for the weekend?
I am working, hopefully spending some time with the fam, and maybe doing some creating and cooking in the kitchen.
Right now I am going out for a run and a quick at-home workout to follow. See you later!
I think I dislike every errand except ones that involve food shopping and food accessory shopping.
p.s. that PB swirl made my heart flutter!
living in the desert I know how just a little bit of rain= no one knows how to drive anymore! especially running all my errands i.e. my second job
I had to make a quick stop at Micheal’s today to return a frame that didn’t work out… oh well, $30 back in my pocket!
And ack! your next question reminded me that I have a string cheese sitting in my purse that needs to get back in the fridge asap. Thanks for the reminder!
Look at Skylar’s hair! It looks just like her mommy’s! So gorgeous. :)
I try to limit my errands because I don’t have a lot of money. But when I know I’m going to be out and about for awhile, I tend to bring water and a small snack, usually some cereal, a granola bar, or a cookie. Basically something that can’t go rotten or smushed in my bag.
When I do buy things like body wash, it is usually in bulk which saves me money and reduces the amount of times I have to go out and buy it. :)
you’re sooo sweet, thanks for the compliments!
I usually have snacks somewhere on my person. Us skinny people need a lot of food!
PS- Skylar’s hair is gorgeous!
thanks for the hair praise :)
I always try to throw a protein bar in my purse – but if I’m running to Whole Foods I usually just rely on their delicious samples :)
No plans for the weekend yet, but it is a long weekend, so I am pretty excited!
I ALWAYS have snacks with me!! Larabars, dried fruits and nuts, hummus-quinoa-raisin bowls in tupperwares, fruit, veggies…I am snackalicious:)
I understand the grocery store being “home away from home.” Gotta love being a mom!
Our Local Grocery store Marsh Supermarket, should just rent me a back room to live in so I dont have to get out and drive there everyday, I eat really fresh and really close to the earth as much as possible so I run errands what seems like everyother day for things like apples, pears, bananas, romaine, spinach so we get the freshest possible! But really….id rent a room so i wouldnt have to leave and get out in the Indiana Winters….haha
Oh gosh – just want to say that I’m lovin’ the crispness of your pics! “Fresh” is the word that comes to mind.
Skylar looks like a little Julianne Hough there (from Dancing With the Stars) or even Ali Fedowtoskly (former The Bachelorette) ! Does she come after you or Scott more?
definitely takes after me!
I keep snacks in my purse because I too am subject to a meltdown if I’m hungry and can’t eat! ;)
I always tote what I like to call “Survival food & water”! My purse almost always has a Larabar in it or a baggie of trail mix!
My last errand run was on Sunday. Went to the library, the recycling center, and the grocery store and whew!…after a week of being sick, that really takes a lot out of you! I was pooped!
I plan on doing a little baking this weekend and I’m also getting to meet my little sister’s boyfriend for the first time! They’ve been dating for 6 months and I’ve never even seen him in person!
When I run errands, I always bring a reuseable bottle full of water.
Skylar is such a beautiful little girl! :-)
moms never leave the house w/out snacks and water!
Skylar looks straight up gorgeous in that picture of her looking away. Gor. Geous.
thanks sweetie!
Wedding errands have been done this week and will be done next week when I go back home to PA for some wedding stuff needed done! My mom, sis, and I are doing the cake tasting ; ) yummy!
This weekend Mike is taking me to a surprise dinner tomorrow night! Im excited! Rest of the weekend will be chill ; )
Skylar is soooooooo sweet!!! I love the pics of her even more with the better camera!
Have a great night love! xoxo
thanks sweetie! your camera skills are rocking too!