I mentioned Monday that I’ve been hanging out in a rut as of late, and of course you guys had some great advice!
- Faith said her tattoos are the result of being in a rut. I went with painting my nails.
- Ed suggested a rock-climbing class. I took a bodypump class this morning for a break from my usual routine.
- Alexandra reminded me of my passion and fire. Yes, I most certainly have not lost my passion, rut or no!
- Karina uses ruts as a time to rest/take a break. Nothing wrong with stepping away from the kitchen for the week.
- Khushboo suggested focusing on other hobbies. I haven’t been spending nearly enough time reading, so it’s time to go book shopping.I’ve also come up with lots of ideas for decorating my house.
- Fran talked about the importance of a plan and Alex suggested setting challenges for myself. I challenged myself to put together my own 5-day split workout plan and stick to it. I have no idea what I’m doing. But that’s why it’s fun. See? Fun.
So I have to admit–I’m already swinging out of my rut. I’m excited to get back to the gym and lift, I’m already planning what I want to cook this weekend, I’m excited to make some changes around the house, and I’m excited to get some new books. EXCITEMENT. And since I am not cooking creatively this week, my WIAW is easy-peasy.
Breakfast #1: PB&Jeggs&Oats
(Boo fall kitchen lighting.) Laura’s PB&Jeggs combined with my eggs&oats. It’s like a really messy, deconstructed PB&J sandwich. This is a rut I’m okay with.
Breakfast #2: A Shake in Some Shade of Brown
Protein powder, oatmeal or sweet potato, flavor and spices. Blend and drink.
Lunch #1: Spaghetti Squash and Sauce
The last of the tomatoes from my garden sauced up with fresh garden basil and TVP, scooped over spaghetti squash.
Lunch #2: “Chicken” with Pepper Puree
Homemade fake “chicken” with lots of Mrs. Dash Fiesta Lime (newest obsession–and I thought the regular Mrs. Dash was amazing) and a cumin-flavored cauliflower and roasted pepper puree. Tex-mex-ilicious.
Dinner: Yogurt and Stuff from the Fridge
Greek yogurt, whatever veggies are leftover in the fridge and a healthy fat. Covered with sriracha, mustard or salsa. Or a combination of all three
Dessert: Chocolate Amazingness.
Much like breakfast, this is a rut I’m okay with. Chocolate Olympian Pea Protein (one of my faves) whipped up into a dough-like fluff with almond butter and almond milk.
What are your current food ruts? What book should I read next? Any decorating tips? Can I ask more random questions?
ForgottenBeast 
Painting your nails was DEFINITELY the better idea 😉 But Fran hit it on the head too with planning – it can help pull you out of a funk!
I’m stuck in a major chips and queso rut. I have craved it every single day for the last three weeks and have eaten it…um…a lot. I could actually go for some right now…
Umm, I think you’re going to put ME into a chips and queso rut. Now I totally want a giant plate of fake-cheese-smothered nachos. You may have decided at least one of my cheat day meals ;D
Id say Im in a food rut as well. BUT, I just went to the store and loaded up on fall produce, like butternut squash and spaghetti squash, so Im ready to go 🙂
I’m definitely planning a trip to Trader Joe’s this weekend–if that grocery store can’t get me excited about food, I don’t know what can! And mmm, don’t care that I’m having spaghetti squash for lunch every day this week, I want more.
I’ve heard it’s not a rut, it’s a groove 😉 haha
I was in a kale rut for like 2 weeks. It was getting a little ridiculous!
Haha, I like that! Change in name and attitude, oh yeah. I’ve got the groove!
And hey, there are worse (less-healthy) ruts to be in, that’s for sure!
I love that you added eggs to the jeggs! Yum.
And your meal titling is brilliant. My favorite is “Yogurt and Stuff from the Fridge.”
Hey, it’s accurate, if nothing else 🙂
Good luck getting out of that rutt! It isnt easy I tells ya…
I’m glad to hear that you’ve turned your frown upside down! It’s amazing what kind of support you can find on the internetz.
“A People’s History of the United States” has been on my To Read list since, um, forever.
Although, I think you mentioned liking SF, in which case I have to recommend “The Futurological Congress,” which is one of my most favorite SF books ever. Kinda like the Matrix, but druggier and 30 years earlier.
I know, right? The Internet always surprises me. Hmm, a druggy matrix? I like the sound of that. I’ve also been on a nonfiction kick, so throwing in some SF would be a good change!
I am in a major food rut too, like major one. Doesn’t help when I have less than enough money to shop for food. frugal buys never make the most exciting meals
I feel ya on that one as well–It’s so much cheaper to just buy the same absolute basics each week, but it doesn’t leave much room for experimentation!
YAY!!!!!!!! I’m so excited for you with your 5 day plan– how cool is that! I’m sure you’re gonna own it my friend. And umm holy foodgasm this post made me drool! Those eggs with breakfast and your olympian labs pea protein dessert snack look so dang good! 😀
Oh and I can totally relate to snackin on the most random stuff from the fridge– sometimes those random concoctions can turn out to be the most tastiest things eva! haha
Your might be in a rut but seeing your spaghetti squash on instagram made me drool! And all of your food looks tasty 🙂 I’m glad you are getting out of your rut, your weekend plans sound great! Can’t wait to see what you’re going to do in your house – I want photos 🙂
Glad to see your rut is coming to an end!! 🙂 Looks like you got a lot of great of advice that you were able to use! You’re food looks, delicious, as always…since you know I’ve seen the brussels sprouts and spaghetti squash and LOVED those meals on IG!! And that Mrs Dash is MY FAVORITE!! OH MY!! It goes so well on everything….maybe even in a turkey and hemp burger….??? Recipe? 🙂
It automatically makes everything “Mexican,” haha. Mexican burger? Yeah, that could definitely work. Definitely going home to sprinkle some all over an avocado and then CHOW DOWN. That’s my sort of after-work-hunger recipe, haha.
That sounds awesome….because avocados are THE BEST!! 🙂
And not only are they the best, they were ON SALE at the grocery store this week ;D
That makes them taste even better! 😉
i love your randomness. that’s not a rut, it’s a just a different take on things. Right? Love the pb and jeggs. I need this!
Sometimes food ruts are delicious! The sailor and I are loving eggplant parm right now and also easy pasta dishes with veggies and protein (kale and italian sausage is my fave). I haven’t been commenting much lately, but I have to tell you – I love your new sidebar photo!!
My eggplant plants (that always seems so redundant to say…) are reaching their end, but they were definitely a staple for me! And thanks, haha. I had to take something that just matched me and my blog ;D
Haha painting your nails does seem like a better idea… a bit less permanent 😉 This does not seem like a rut to me, the randomness is great
Nuts and I need to have a BREAK UP! I have been eating WAY too many where I feel it may be a problem so I need to just cut them out like I cut out most fruits. I am trying to show off my abs and the only way for me is cutting out sugars and that means fruits too 😦 I have a loving relationship with Spaghetti Squash right now especially since I am done cleansing and its easy on my body and fun to make 🙂 Have you tried different making egg omelets in muffin tins? I am a huge fan of muffin tins right now. They make the perfect portion size and you can add all kinds of spices and make something tasty and easy to heat up for later. Love and Shine CourtStar
I DID love muffin tins for cooking–but had to throw mine out last weekend after a beyond cleanable disaster, haha. Luckily they were old anyway. Definitely want new ones now–love the idea of cooking eggs in ’em.
Do you like young adult books? I have finished a few recently that I really enjoyed if that’s your style. 🙂
I love young adult! Okay, I love ALL books, but YA is a favorite–and one that I haven’t read in a while, unfortunately.
You can definitely tell that your funk is fading fast. I’ve been craving spaghetti squash lately, and you’ve only just increased it.
Psyched to hear about house stuff!
WOO I’m glad you’re breaking out of the rut (thanks for the shout out)! It’s funny how a much a difference a change in perspective can make! As usual, your meals look delicious…I’m especially loving the look of dinner- so random yet so many yum flavors! I like to think of my current food obsessions as streaks rather than ruts haha-…so lately my food “streaks” consist of scrambled eggs, hummus burgers, feta, & grilled zucchini…and of course yogurt but that seems to be a never-ending streak :D!
So glad you’re enjoying the Fiesta Lime! Your spaghetti squash dish look tasty…I really need to buy one of them sometime and try it!
Your dessert looks scrumptious! I have 2 canisters of protein powder on the way (after going 2-3 months without) and i’m excited to make desserts like this again ❤
What kind/brand of powder did you get? And oh my gosh, it’s the best dessert ever. I don’t even care what I’ve made for dinner, I’ll already be looking forward to dessert 😉
YAY, glad your little rut is finally coming to an end girl!!! 🙂 🙂
Haha, I love the “yogurt and stuff” for dinner…I could accurately describe a lot of my meals lately as “cottage cheese and stuff” since I SOMEHOW managed to run out of Greek yogurt over the last week. Actually…I’m holding out for a Kroger trip this weekend…I’m pretty sure I saw they have Fage on sale 10/$10 and I’ll be honest, Okios is usually the cheapest anywhere I go, but I REALLY miss my 2% yogurt!
And omg, seriously? I could advertise for Mrs. Dash! Have you tried the Southwestern Chipotle? If you like the Fiesta Lime, you will LOVE this one…it’s got a good smokey paprika flavor to it! 😀
Current food ruts: It WAS pumpkin cake, but I ran out of eggs (gah, can you tell I’m overdue for a grocery shopping trip??)…now it’s chickpea tuna melts…or, like I said “cottage cheese and stuff”…totally not complaining!
Books: Sorry, can’t help ya there…I have like 2 1/2 that I’ve started reading over the last 6 months and just can’t seem to get into it (the actual act of reading, not necessarily the plot of the book)…I’m thinking I’ll just stick with blog reading for now! Besides, you and your golden retriever skull is FAR more entertaining than any book I can think of at the moment! 😉
Decorating: I don’t know a thing when it comes to decorating…I’ve lived in my house for a year and a half and I’ve hung 5 things on the wall…none of which are in my living room which has a 12 foot ceiling and LOTS of wall space! But here are some cool pins! 😀
http://familyfun.go.com/teachers-corner/classroom-crafts/in-style-in-boxes-844499/
http://www.modabakeshop.com/2009/04/fabric-frame-tutorial.html
http://www.styrofoamcrafts.com/project.aspx?id=179-11265#.UGaKj45__40
Annnnnnd, while you’re at the DIY stuff, figure out a way to make me this kitchen: http://www.kraftmaid.com/imagine/photo-gallery/photo/62/details.html 😉
What are you reading now? I finished Violets of March really quickly and am finally getting to Life of Pi & Shanghai Girls. All best sellers.
I try to make my own 5 day splits too. It gets crazy.