I have a problem. It's something that I've been ignoring for a while but I really can't do that anymore. this morning, I opened my fridge and all that was in there was half a gallon of milk, condiments and a bag of salad. I've checked a couple of times since then and it hasn't changed. Now, for a normal person this wouldn't be a big deal. I could hop in the car, run to the grocery store-problem solved. But the thing is, this is exam weekend. I have my Cardio exam this Friday and I'm using this weekend to cram/catch up on everything I've been procrastinating on for the last 3 weeks. My in-laws have even been kind enough to take Ms. K. to the beach for the weekend which means I'm not feeling guilty, they're awesome like that. Have I mentioned how blessed I am?
Back to the situation at hand. Exam weekend means I can't leave the house unless its for very particular reason. This morning I woke up and went to my 8am pole fitness class. That wasn't an issue because 1. It forced me to start my day early. 2. there was a specific time limit. 3. It didn't require much thinking. The reason going to the grocery store is an issue is because I love cooking. I always have, growing up my mom and I kind of had an unspoken deal- I'd cook, she'd clean. I hate cleaning, and my mom was usually pretty beat at the end of the day (she's my inspiration), it was a win-win for everyone. This actually works well for when Y. is around because he hates cooking and doesn't mind cleaning.
So cooking has always been a process, I'd check out websites/magazines read recipe reviews to figure out changes and then generally make a huge mess resulting in a delicious dinner. Being a "creative" cook also means that grocery store trips are never quick. What makes it worse is how easily I get distracted. Grocery shopping is one of my favorite things, I used to go in at midnight because it was empty and I'd just stroll and take my time. I don't think I've ever gone into the grocery store and only gotten what I went in for.
I've tried writing lists but I'll usually forget to write something important down that I have to make a second trip for. So my current general "plan" consists of walking up and down all the aisles. This way I get to see everything and if I see something we needed it kind of triggers my memory. Sometimes, when I'm feeling ambitious, I'll try and think up of meals for the next couple days or week and focus on getting those ingredients. This generally doesn't work out because when its time to cook, I won't be in the mood for the things I'd planned on making or I just don't have the time for it.
Knowing all this about myself, I've been overwhelmed by even contemplating going to the store so I've just ignored the issue for the last couple of days. But I've finally hit the end of the road, all I've had today is coffee, a smoothie and a PB&J made with the very last two crust pieces. This is officially a problem, but I don't know what to do. I'm going to double check the fridge again and the deep freezer. Hopefully something comes up!
What I really need is a personal shopper and a chef who makes tasty but still healthy meals. It wouldn't hurt if they had an accent either, British or Italian preferentially.
S.
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