Monday and all things marvelous – I’m welcoming you with open arms today.
Thanks to Diva Katie for hosting MIMM, and for reminding us to focus on the marvelous parts of life. Just what I need today after my weekend. This past weekend I went out both nights, which I hardly ever do. It was marvelous in the sense that I visited with many of my friends, some of whom I haven’t seen in a very long time. There were numerous adult beverages consumed (and good friends to do the driving – safety first!), but alcohol definitely takes a toll on me, both my mind and body. I was tired, cranky, irritable, and just in a bad mood – a rarity for me.
I never sleep as well after a night out, so some drinks and less than par sleep left me feeling not so hot on Saturday and Sunday. I got a couple mini sweat sessions in to try to help, and I’m sure they did, but I was still in a funk. Both days I consumed a REBOOTizer that I received from the Summit.
REBOOTizer claims to boost your body’s fight against free radicals at peak times such as after food or drink indulgences. I was definitely in need both mornings. The packet is neat in that all you do is squeeze the water up to break the seal, shake it until the powder dissolves, and tear it open to consume.
I was dragging all day on Saturday and not in the best of moods, but Jonny and I went out to dinner at a local cafe with tasty salad and pizza.
Even though I still wasn’t feeling up to par, after dinner I met a friend out since we had made plans and I didn’t want to bail. It was good to visit, and I was thoroughly exhausted by the time I got home. My mood was still a bit blue on Sunday, but we were going over to my grandparents’ for a family gathering. I made an appetizer to share which ended up being a major hit: Pepperoni Pizza Puffs by The Lean Green Bean.
Made with turkey pepperoni, whole wheat flour, egg, milk, and mozzarella, these were super easy to make. I actually had to borrow a mini-muffin tray from a friend and it had just 12 cups. The recipe made 24 puffs, but I doubled it. The first two batches that went in the oven I used the mini-muffin tray. I got impatient at the end, and just plopped the batter down on a cookie sheet, so I could bake the last batch together. They didn’t make the cute little puffs; instead, they made pizza cookies which still got eaten.
When I was with my family, my mood instantly began to lift. Itz hard not to since almost all the great-grandchildren were present: 8 boys and 1 girl (missing 1 boy). Trying to get a picture of everyone was a chore, but a comical one yet with all the adults hooping, hollering, singing, and dancing trying to get the babies to look, laugh, and smile for the million cameras.
So fun! And the evening would not be complete if I didn’t make someone try to capture some jumping/handstand/cartwheeling pictures of me.
The iPhone doesn’t take great action photos, but my seester was patient as she snapped away when I tried “just one more time.” By the end of the evening, I was in a far better mood. I’ve been chugging water to help flush the toxins from my body, I went to bed super early (before 9 pm), and I woke up ready to have a marvelous Monday.
Do you feel the effects of adult beverages? How do you snap out of a bad mood?
I’m the exact same way when it comes to drinking! yes, it’s fun once in a while, but just a few drinks makes me feel sluggish and sleepy the next day. I don’t know how I used to do it all the time just a year or so ago!
still saving my rebootizers for after my next big night out too
Yeah I used to do it a lot more often, too. I guess we’re getting old??
Your rebootizer will come in handy!
I don’t drink actually because it messes me up cpmpletely… physically as well as emotionally,I’m a wreck afterwards. Gladly,I know how to have fun without alcohol as well,hehe
I hear ya, girl!
Yay for cartwheels! That family photo is too sweet! I definitely feel the effects of all beverages..red bull is the worst lol
Hehe. Ooooh I can’t even drink redbull anymore – too many bad experiences!
I love all of your action photos — that looks like fun
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We always know how to goof around! Especially when there is a camera involved!
UGH, I am so with you.. I can NEVER sleep after a night of drinking. Most frustrating thing ever. Sounds like your Sunday ended up being a good one regardless! For me, snapping out of a bad mood is just pushing myself to stay active and productive throughout the day, and reminding myself how much more accomplished I will feel once I get everything done come Monday!
I tried to stay active (productivity was pretty much shot), but it just didn’t work this past weekend!!
Sounds like Sunday was just what you needed
All those little bundles of joy are adorable!!
Haha yes itz hard not to stay smiling around all them!!
Those pizza puffs look good.
I’m a tiny person, so I feel the effect from adult beverages if I drink a kombucha too fast.
Haha that’s funny about the kombucha!
Alcohol totally kills any chance I have at a good night sleep – I usually only sleep about 4-5 hours after a night out, leading to a generally cranky Sam for the next couple of days. The night out is always fun at the time but definitely has some repercussions!
That’s what happened to me! It was fun while I was out!
whoa I want those pizza puffs. man they look good. I am sorry you had a rough weekend but i hope that monday turns into being marvelous.
It sure did
And the pizza puffs were just as good as leftovers tonight!
all those babies are the cutest! What fun! Those pizza puffs look amazing too! Looking up the recipe now!
You totally should make the pizza puffs! I’m already thinking about how I can make different flavors!!
The older I get the more intensely my body reacts to adult beverages. It has gotten to the point that my husband and I have decided not to drink. I chase bad moods away with one of three things: 1) a hard workout, 2) a hot shower, or 3) quiet time (think a nap, yoga, or reading a favorite novel).
Yes, yes, and yes! I really don’t drink often which is probably why it hits me harder!
Your family is so awesome! And I think those pizza puffs sound amazing! I am sorry you didn’t feel up to par, that is no fun, but for reals, family is the best cure!!!
Family always makes everything better!
Mmhmm yep I can never ever sleep after a night of drinking! Well I have the initial crash and then wake up at an ungodly hour and can never get back to sleep.. and usually tolerating a lovely headache
Those pizza puffs sure sound tasty!
Yup – totally happened to me! And the pizza puffs were good; you should make em!
You are so cute! Love the action shots!
Oh I drank a whole bottle of sangria practically to myself Saturday night, but I didn’t have a hangover! Yay! Haha! Must of been the organic superfruit powers in it
Hope your day is better girl! Never forget how amazing you are! Beautiful inside and out Linz! <3
I must say, I’m impressed! I need to try some of that sangria, although it probably won’t be for awhile now! Thanks for the encouragement and support, Katie. You’re the best!
I don’t drink anymore, because the night of and the next day were horrendous, but I do indulge in some good food a little too often which produces similar results
Loving those pizza puffs, they look delicious!
Too much indulgent food can definitely do it too! Oh well, once in awhile and we get over it!
Exactly
Aww..you and the hubby look so adorable! And I LOVE those mini pizza puffs! Def want to make it now that football season is upon us
. I think the boys will appreciate that! And what a HUGE, adorable family you have! I love babies! Family time ALWAYS lifts me up no matter how cranky or depressed I am. Same goes for friends too! There were so many times I just wanted to bail, but once I’m with them, I end up having the greatest time! Can you teach me to do the handstand too? I’m working on it…I need a wall
Ohhh good call for using the pizza puffs as a football party app!! And next time we get together (when will this be??) we can definitely work on the handstands and have a photoshoot… because that’s always fun!
I’m the same way – a night of drinking leaves me feeling absolutely terrible the next day! And by “a night of drinking” I mean one beer. Seriously. I wish I was kidding.
I hate feeling like such crap the next day so I honestly don’t drink that much. I have a feeling I’ll be doing some of it once I get back to school though so it’s a good thing I haven’t used my Rebootizer yet!
I’m glad seeing your family helped to bust you out of your funk. Your family is so cute – I can see why they helped cheer you up!
Usually my night of drinking involves a cocktail or two… not this past weekend though! Woops!
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I completely agree. I almost never drink anymore, it’s just not worth it. It feels so great to wake up on weekends not feeling like total crap.
You make me smile (I just said that on your other post, but it’s SO SO true!)
I love you Linz and if you ever need an extra boost I’m just a text away
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