Well, yesterday was quite a busy day, and I’m pretty sure I was more than ready for bed by, like, dinner time. Ohhh, if only!
We got slammed with some snow all day yesterday, so I was fortunate enough to be able to work from home for the day.
Sure, it’s pretty, but I could really do without it. Give me spring time!
My original plan for the day was to wake up early to get a workout in, but I ended up skipping that in favor of some extra sleep after a night of tossing and turning for everyone (Lucas included).
With a little bit of extra time on my hands, I treated myself to some leftover, reheated waffles (cooked them on Sunday) for breakfast, topped with a little peanut butter, banana slices, and a drizzle of syrup.
Plus coffee. Duh.
Lucas actually had his 18 month checkup scheduled for yesterday morning, and I debated on rescheduling due to the snow, but decided to just go for it since we only live a few minutes away. It was a slow drive, but we made it there and back no problem.
Lucky for me (haha), Lucas was an absolute beast the entire time we were there. Oh my goodness. The poor nurse and doctor were probably wishing we rescheduled. He’s battling a cold, and is also going through a bit of an “if I don’t want to do it, then you’re gonna know about it” phase (aka, he’s a feisty toddler).
But besides his screaming antics, he checked out a-okay. Turns out he’s in about the 65th percentile for weight and the 95th percentile for height. Looks like we may have a tall kiddo on our hands!
Between the appointment, a shot, and just his overall miserableness from his cold, he was quite ready for a nap by the time we got home. So once I put him down, I got back to my desk and caught back up on work.
Around lunchtime, Lucas was still asleep so I thought about getting in a workout I had planned, but I decided to be a good wife and shovel the driveway instead so Jay would actually be able to drive up it when he got home.
Can you tell that’s my “I hate this weather” face?
I brought his monitor right out at the doorway so I could continue to check in on him/listen for him, and about 45 minutes later, I decided that I absolutely still got my workout in for the day. Whew!
The child ended up waking up about 15 minutes after I got back in – perfect timing! I got things squared away on my laptop for work and worked through some emails while Lucas ate his lunch and I cooked mine – a 2 egg omelet with a slice of havarti dill cheese and topped with all sorts of salsa.
FYI: I’m not documenting all of my eats in this post, so don’t think a 2 egg omelet was enough to fuel me through lunch after that shoveling workout.
My lunch date was in a much better mood after waking up, which I was forever thankful for, too.
After lunch, it was back to more work…
And at least I had the snow to keep my partner in crime somewhat occupied during the day.
We had tea and water with some bunny grahams for an afternoon snack once I was signed off from work for the day.
We played this game of running around for a good 15-20 minutes (another workout? you betcha!)…
Poor guy with his runny nose and coughing…
And by the end of the afternoon, the house had been defeated by the tornado that is Lucas Robert.
I’ll tell ya…I really wish I had had my Fitbit on yesterday. I swear I would have had like, 30,000 steps.
Okay, maybe not. But close.
Little man was so tuckered out that he actually took an afternoon nap for me…which is the reason I actually have the time to type this post out right now! I’m going to cut things short though, my friends, although I’m sure the rest of this evening will consist of food, couch time, and The Bachelor.
Okay, who am I kidding…there’s no way I’m staying up late enough to watch The Bachelor live.
Brynn says
We had 15 inches of snow fall in 12 hours Sunday night. It was a disaster here in Michigan. Nothing like an adult snow day! I am taking Mitchell to the doctor today for his check up and he is also battling a cold. Poor kiddos, it’s certainly going around! Stay warm!!
Sarah @ Sarah Sincerely says
The snow is gorgeous, but I can only imagine what a nightmare it is to deal with. Down here in Alabama we don’t have that luxury. Oh my, Lucas certainly seems as if he was in full on toddler mode. Good thing he’s cute! ;-) Hopefully today is a bit less crazy!
Danielle says
I’m with you and so over this snow and super cold weather! I just want to get outside! Hope Lucas is feeling better soon!
Tiff @ Love, Sweat, & Beers says
I hope I see snow this year. The good thing about the South is that even if it snows, it’s 100% gone in a couple days. You never really get tired of it.
I tried to work from home with Ethan home with me on Friday. That *@&$& is hard! haha I can’t complain because at least he took an almost 3-hr nap that day. It was amazing.
Courtney says
That’s my kinda snow!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
lol funny post – i wish we would have gotten some snow so we could have a snow day, but then i’m thankful we didn’t :) it is cold here though. regardless, i’m ready for spring (and summer!) too!
Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says
6 more weeks till spring! I am counting down the days :)
Andrea @ Pencils and Pancakes says
I can’t believe you shoveled that entire driveway! Oof!
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
LOL to that video of Lucas. Emerson is currently sitting on my lap saying “more” because she wants to watch it again.
Courtney says
Awww, haha, that is adorable
Annie says
haha I was just wondering where the rest of your lunch was until I read your comment ;)
Ash Diamond says
That snow is lovely! Dang you’re a good wife for shoveling and YES you definitely got in a workout!
Taca @ A Side Of Dessert says
We had a snow day too but you definitely accomplished way more than me! I stayed put inside my house except for some shovelling. I also hate when I forget to put my fitbit on days I think I did amazing. Have a great day!
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Wake me up when it is spring, for real. We were doing so well until this weekend! And now we have a lovely 20 in to deal with. That’ll be fun when it melts!
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
I am definitely over the snow too. I don’t hate it because I’m used to it but it just makes winter seem a lot longer. It’s nice you got to work from home! My work is extremely stingy about closing and almost didn’t close for the storm last week!
Marielle says
Oh man, so much snow! I will not complain about the Texas weather….but I’m with you and am so ready for spring! I keep seeing bathing suits and sandals in Target and I feel like they are taunting me, ha!
Courtney says
Hahaha YES! Target is killing me!
Stacey M. says
Ahh, another New York snow day. I actually worked from home yesterday as well due to the snow. My commute is ~30 minutes one way, and there was no way I was going to chance it with that much snow coming down.
I too counted snow shoveling as (part of) my workout yesterday, LOL. I took care of our deck, porch and the area in front of our garage doors. I figured I spent about an hour shoveling – and I was working hard because it was so cold out there and I just wanted to get back inside.
P.S. Lucas is just too cute :)
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
Oh my the snow looks so beautiful, but you look so cold at the same time! Lucas is SO cute. Glad you had a good snow day!
Beks says
It started snowing in Iowa on Saturday afternoon, and didn’t stop until Monday morning. Church was even cancelled! We tried to shovel ourselves out (Which, given the chance, I probably would’ve been able to do it myself, but I got lazy), but it kept snowing on us, and it almost wasn’t worth the effort. Yesterday, my dad called a friend of mine from church, who owns a lawn mowing and snow removal service, and he dug us out for the low cost of donating the funds to the church Youth Group. My dad and sister opted to embrace their freedom in a visit to Best Buy, while I went to the gym. I had WAY too much pent up energy from two days binge watching “Agents of SHIELD.”
Jill @ Champagne for Everyday says
Wow, I can’t believe that snow!! It really blows my mind how it can differ from one side of the continent to the other. It sounds like you made the best of it though – I think I am busy now, without any little ones! You go girl.
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Monica says
Boy, sounds like it is the week for crabby toddlers! Harlow had a rough day yesterday, and this morning, too! Must be the snow. I blame everything on winter.
Courtney says
LOL you and me both, Monica. I’m so ready for it to be OVER.
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
That video is so cute…how he’s holding your hand – I love it!
I swear we are doomed every time we go to the doctor. Hunter instantly knows where we’re going, and the minute we step in the office he starts crying bloody murder (at least he’s done this both for his 15 month & 18 month check ups). I have a feisty little man on my hands too. Good thing he’s cute. ;)
Hope Lucas feels better soon! We’ve been battling with the sniffles and coughs the last couple weeks too. I’m so over it!
Courtney says
Someone once told me that the “feistier” or tougher they are when they’re younger, the easier they are when they’re older. We’ll see about that! ;)
Dena says
I hate my stupid fitbit! Even after power walking at lunch around Target for 25 minutes, then 40 minutes on the treadmill when I got home (mind you, I was only walking at 3mph because I was simultaneously watching “Parenthood”), I STILL did not reach 10,000 steps for the day! What’s a girl gotta DO???? That’s the down side of having a 9-5 desk job :( Maybe I need my 3 teenagers to be toddlers again, and that would help :)
Courtney says
I hear you! It’s definitely not easy hitting 10K a day having a desk job…especially during the winter up here!
Liv @ Healthy Liv says
I’d decided not to watch the Bachelor this season, but somehow got pulled back into it. I have to say, I’m not really liking Chris as the Bachelor and some of the girls are driving me crazy (like the Kim Kardashian lookalike). I haven’t watched last night’s episode yet, either, though. Thoughts?!
Courtney says
Ahhh, I can’t decide on Chris! I thought I’d love him, and I don’t dislike him…but I guess I’m not craaaazy about him? And, OMG yes, Ashley right?! She’s nutzoooo
Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says
Look at all of that snow! Wow! I’ve never been in weather like that. Glad you got some stuff done, and you’re definitely a good wife for shoveling!
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Albeit it looks like a mighty fine perfectly cooked omelet! :) SO MUCH SNOW!!!
Kay Bueno says
Yikes. Serious snow out there.
I’m reluctantly admitting to watching the bachelor, but sadly never live. I am just bad at having a TV routine (which might be a good thing.) So I always catch it Thursday night or so.
Christen says
For me, snow days are crazy, but fun. The house rarely gets cleaned, but the kids have fun and we usually make something sweet and delicious!
Cassie says
I’m with you on the weather! This snow has been insane. All I want to do is hibernate!
Katie @ Live Half Full says
We got 18 inches of snow here in Chicago on Sunday-Monday, so I worked from home Monday as well! I really enjoyed being able to make meals at home and got a ton done!
Courtney says
It’s great to have that flexibility, isn’t it?
Heather @ Housewife Glamour says
Girl… I’m totally with you! Snow is gorgeous but I’m about done with it this year. We had a huge blizzard this week too! Love the mean muggin’ face in the snow… I’m pretty sure I make that same one every morning on my walk with Roadie! ;)
Britt@MyOwnBalance says
Ahhh! You have so much snow! What a good wife shoveling the driveway.
My son started out in the 70th percentile for weight and dropped to the 25th! He is a little runt (but he’s my runt!).
Courtney says
Oh my gosh, really?!? How old was he (or how long did it take) for that to change so much?!
Jessica @ kiwiyogirunner says
Lucas is adorable!!! Sounds like a big day though, phew! Shovelling is absolutely a workout! And “coffee, duh”- you are speaking my language :)
Jessica @ kiwiyogirunner says
Lucas is adorable! Sounds like a big today though, phew! Shovelling is absolutely a workout! And “coffee, duh”- you are speaking my language :)
Jessica @ kiwiyogirunner says
No idea how I posted that twice haha sorry