Pinch Me
I can’t believe this is my life!!! Pinch me, please! 
I started my day with an EASY commute to work via automobile. No more stupid MBTA for me! I definitely won’t miss the bus!
My speedy commute left me with a good 25 minutes to kill before work, so I popped into Dunkin’ Donuts for a little treat: regular coffee with milk and sugar. My fav! 
After a quick drive down the road, it was time to start my new job!!!
My first day at NuVal was GREAT! I spent the morning getting myself set up and organized (desk, email, etc.), meeting my fellow colleagues, and learning about my responsibilities and role at the company.
I really love that social media is my JOB! Get this, my first task at NuVal: taking over their Facebook and Twitter accounts!!! So cool! Feel free to follow me there, too! You’ll get the latest updates about NuVal and hear about what I am doing in the office! 
For lunch, I ate at my desk. I had a pineapple Chobani with Kashi Go Lean Crunch and an apple.
A simple, yet delicious and satisfying lunch!
I drank lots of water this afternoon too. I’ve let my water consumption go by the wayside lately, so I’m trying to drink more of it now-a-days. Just a little reminder!
I left NuVal around 2:00 PM, so I had the rest of the afternoon to myself! IT WAS AWESOME!
Once I got home, I finished my Health post and then took Murphy for a 45 minute walk around the neighborhood– the weather in Boston was gorgeous today! And, then I ran a whole slew of errands– well, actually, I walked them! I love living in Southie!
On my walk, I visited the bank, post office (yay, GloBars!), dry cleaners, grocery store, dollar store, and stopped by the farmer’s market. I was a very busy lady this afternoon, but it felt GREAT to cross so many tasks off my list.
Strolling around the farmer’s market was absolutely amazing. I didn’t feel rushed and took my time perusing the selection of wonderful produce instead of just grabbing what I needed and leaving. I even chatted with one of the vendors for about 10 minutes– it turned out that she was from the same hometown as Mal and me! I would have never taken the time to chat like that during the work week. Oh, how things have changed!
After my errands, I made myself an afternoon snack: Uncle Sam’s cereal + MixMyGranola Trail Mix + pomegranates arils + soy milk. FANTASTIC snack!
I’m already hungry for dinner. Off to make something! I might even have time to do some baking tonight! Yay!
Someone pinch me!!!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is — October 26, 2009 @ 5:37 pm
Sounds like such a wonderful first day! SO glad you love your job now.
Chloe (Naturally Frugal) — October 26, 2009 @ 5:37 pm
Woo-hoo for the new job! Sounds like you’re getting nice & settled in, plus it’s great that you got off at 2 and could get some errands done. I forget – are you working full time there?
Yummy looking granola mix, I need to bring that back into my life!
Diana — October 26, 2009 @ 5:39 pm
That farmers’ market looks awesome
I’m glad you had a great first day at your new job!
Food Makes Fun Fuel — October 26, 2009 @ 5:40 pm
What a great first day! I’ll definitely follow NuVal on fb. I wanted to get to the farmers market today for squash but it’s a mile walk and then back and I didn’t have the time
Ashley J — October 26, 2009 @ 5:42 pm
What a fabulous day! I am so jealous!
Congrats!
Leah @ L4L — October 26, 2009 @ 5:44 pm
So jealous of your day!
I think NuVal is a really interesting system and I am curious to see how this goes for you. Would you mind maybe one day listing the values of the foods that you are eating? I think it would be interesting to see.
Help Meghan Run — October 26, 2009 @ 5:45 pm
It’s wonderful to see you so happy!
Take it all in and enjoy!
Meghan
Wendy — October 26, 2009 @ 5:47 pm
I’m thrilled for you that you had a great day!
Estela @ Weekly Bite — October 26, 2009 @ 5:52 pm
Sounds like a great first day!!! Congrats!!
Maria — October 26, 2009 @ 5:53 pm
Glad you love your new job! I am totally jealous:)
Joelle (The Pancake Girl) — October 26, 2009 @ 5:54 pm
Sounds like a marvelous day!! I’m so happy for you! I totally know what you mean, btw, about not being able to take a few minutes to stop and take a breath before today.. it’s suddenly hit me how nonstop i was moving all the time before my recent car accident. Only now that I’m stuck not moving at all do I really how caught up I was, unable to enjoy the simple things!
Lizzy — October 26, 2009 @ 5:57 pm
YAY for the new job! I know you are so happy!
MelissaNibbles — October 26, 2009 @ 6:03 pm
Congratulations Tina! It looks like an amazing day. Murphy must’ve loved his midday walk with his mommy
Ellen — October 26, 2009 @ 6:05 pm
congrats tina! sounds like you’re living the high life
Katie — October 26, 2009 @ 6:06 pm
Sounds amazing. I’m glad you love your job! I’m hoping to eventually find that same happiness. I went to San Fran last weekend and I LOOVED that you could walk everywhere. It is so good for the environment (and the ole waistline!). It is a luxury I wish I had at home.
Marisa (Trim The Fat) — October 26, 2009 @ 6:07 pm
What an awesome first day! Congrats!!!
Victoria — October 26, 2009 @ 6:13 pm
Sounds like a great first day! So glad you’re loving what you’re doing!
Emily Eats and Exercises — October 26, 2009 @ 6:13 pm
Sounds like a great schedule! The MBTA buses are not the best. The T is great, but only if you live on the right lines. The farmer’s market looks like fun. Can’t wait to see what you make with your finds.
Jess — October 26, 2009 @ 6:15 pm
That looks like you had an awesome first day. How cool is it that you get to play on facebook AND twitter for your job?!? Is your schedule normal morning until 2PM or do you get to come in later too?
Erin — October 26, 2009 @ 6:17 pm
Wow, sounds like the dream first day and job! Definitely lucked out there but a lot of hard work went into it as well. Congrats.
Mama Pea — October 26, 2009 @ 6:18 pm
Sounds like you are in the right place! What a blessing!
Whitney @ Lettuce Love — October 26, 2009 @ 6:25 pm
Glad to hear you are liking your new job and life! Congrats
Pam — October 26, 2009 @ 6:26 pm
Congratulations on the new job!!! So glad you had a wonderful first day and your afternoon sounds so awesome, I just love running errands and stopping at the farmers market or natural foods stores are the best
Deva (Voracious Vorilee) — October 26, 2009 @ 6:26 pm
Sounds like an awesome first day! I love the photos of the outdoors
I can’t wait to read more about your new job!
Tina — October 26, 2009 @ 6:27 pm
@Jess: I think I’ll be working 10-3 most days. But, NuVal is really flexible about my schedule.
Kailey (SnackFace) — October 26, 2009 @ 6:27 pm
Aww you sound so happy you could burst! Congratulations, Tina! You so deserve an amazing job that makes you thrilled every day!
Rose — October 26, 2009 @ 6:32 pm
your happiness is just radiating from this post. So happy for you, Tina!
Simone @ P:T — October 26, 2009 @ 6:34 pm
CONGRATS!…I can just feel you beaming on the other side of the computer screen! If anyone deserves this, it’s you.
Lynn (The Actors Diet) — October 26, 2009 @ 6:48 pm
tina, i’m so proud of you and all that you’ve done to come to this moment right now. savor it, sip it, love it!
Kate — October 26, 2009 @ 7:04 pm
Sounds like a fabulous day to me! It seems like an awesome job, i’m excited to read about more of it!
Lee — October 26, 2009 @ 7:06 pm
Sounds like fun. I’ll have to check out NuVal.
Will your hours always be like that? That would be great.
Cristina — October 26, 2009 @ 7:16 pm
Aggh sure beats a day sitting in a cubicle!! congrats
Britt — October 26, 2009 @ 7:16 pm
Now that is my kind of day… out of work by 2pm! It was beautiful out today, unfortunately all I got in was a short walk at lunch time.
Jenna — October 26, 2009 @ 7:29 pm
i am so glad to hear you love your job tina
sounds so perfect for you!!
jenna
Kati — October 26, 2009 @ 7:30 pm
What a great 1st day! I’m so envious :> I wish I could find that pineapple Chobani around here…
Sarah @ The Foodie Diaries — October 26, 2009 @ 7:39 pm
So thrilled for you! The new job sounds so exciting and perfect; and your productivity is making me feel SO unproductive!! Haha
brandi — October 26, 2009 @ 7:56 pm
Congrats again!!! so glad your first day went well
Jenna — October 26, 2009 @ 8:02 pm
I couldn’t stop smiling when i was reading this!!! You’re so lucky Tina! I hope everything works out well for you! It sounds like you had an awesome first day.
Kristen @ frostingandfroth.com — October 26, 2009 @ 8:06 pm
Hoorah for a great first day at your new job! Very happy for you, Tina.
Can’t wait to read more about it.
K — October 26, 2009 @ 8:10 pm
I’m so happy for you! I’m delighted to hear that your first day went so well!! I noticed NuVal scores posted at the grocery store the other day and it made me think of you.
Rebecca — October 26, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
Glad you had a great day! I love how Dunkin Donuts’ colors fit right in with fall.
Now I want coffee.
Adrienne — October 26, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
So funny- I was driving in Southie today as I needed to go to my friend’s running store on Broadway. I saw a girl with dark hair and a pug and thought of you. Now reading your post, I think it must have been you!
allijag — October 26, 2009 @ 8:18 pm
Awww Tina! I am so happy for you! Glad to hear you are so happy! Sounds like you have a pretty sweet new set up (and you definitely deserve it!)
Looking forward to meeting you in SF!
ellen eats beets — October 26, 2009 @ 8:19 pm
OMG that is a BOSS bowl of trailmix goodness! southie really is the greatest little neighborhood. Once I’m done with school and can move further from campus, its probably were I’ll go. Too many fun things to do!
Cari — October 26, 2009 @ 8:27 pm
Looks like a great first day! It was beautiful here in New England today. I will check out the company twitter page as well.
Mellissa — October 26, 2009 @ 8:30 pm
This post made me smile
So happy for you!
Tina — October 26, 2009 @ 8:41 pm
@Adrienne: I bet it was me and Murphy. I live RIGHT near that running store!
Julie — October 26, 2009 @ 8:56 pm
Sounds like an awesome first day!!
Caroline — October 26, 2009 @ 9:41 pm
I am so happy for you! It seems that your quality of life is going to sky rocket with your new job and all that comes with it. The last picture of your cereal mix is gorgeous, I love that bowl.
Carrie — October 26, 2009 @ 10:41 pm
Congrats on the new job! Sounds like you made a great move, especially if you had such a great first day.
Lu — October 26, 2009 @ 10:47 pm
Sounds like you had a great day! That’s awesome.
Janet — October 26, 2009 @ 11:24 pm
So jealous! You’re livin the life – good for you!
Leah — October 27, 2009 @ 7:52 am
Your afternoon snack is so full of color – I fully support cereal as an awesome snack! Looks like life is good Tina
. I think you made a good move!
Nicole (dishin') — October 27, 2009 @ 8:55 am
Wow! Sounds like a great day!
Sarah — October 27, 2009 @ 9:15 am
I am so happy for you and so glad your first day went well! It’s nice not being rushed and getting to take the time to do what you enjoy
Carolyn — October 27, 2009 @ 9:29 am
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Melissa — October 27, 2009 @ 9:59 am
Tina, I’ve been following your blog for a few months now and you are such an inspiration to take a risk and follow your dream like this. Congratulations and thanks for showing me there is a farmer’s market in southie, I live there and never knew that existed!
Chrysta — October 27, 2009 @ 12:41 pm
Sounds amazing!! Its so fantastic to hear about a great job and being excited for the day. Congrats!!
Elina — October 29, 2009 @ 2:05 pm
Congrats again! Looks like a wonderful day. It’s true – you’re living the dream!!!