My gosh has today flown by! 
Seriously, where do the weekends go?!?
Sometimes just one more day would make the weekend feel like a true weekend, right? Sadly, I know this isn’t possible, so I’ve found ways to better deal with the Sunday Blues. Recently, Mal and I have scheduled movie nights for Sunday evenings. Having something like this to look forward to helps us ease back into the work week instead of stressing out about Monday morning. Tonight, we’re watching The Invention of Lying. I hope it’s good!
Workout
Guys, I love running. I really do. I wish I could do more of it. There’s just something about running that is so relaxing. Plus, I always feel like a million bucks when I finish a run.
This afternoon, I ran 3 miles in 25:42 (8:38 pace) and then walked for an additional 1/2 mile to cool down. It was a nice little workout– short, sweet, and without pain. It felt great to get out there and RUN.
Lunch/Snack
After my run, I wasn’t really hungry for lunch. Breakfast did a better job holding me over than expected, so I ended up snacking on a Gala apple.
And then some Coconut Curry crackers (I’m obsessed!) and a few prunes (not pictured).
Before dinner, Mal saw a commercial on TV for a special Dairy Queen promotion: Buy 1, Get One for 25 cents. Today was the last day of the promotion, so, of course, we NEEDED to go. Mal really had to twist my arm to get me to go with him. 
Unfortunately, our local DQ doesn’t participate in promotions. Boo! 
Mal and I were bummed, but we decided to get Blizzards anyway. I mean, we went through ALL of that trouble to drive there and wait in line!
Dinner
I tried a fantastic new recipe for dinner tonight. Mal already declared it a “Go-To” recipe for our house.
The other day, I stumbled upon a delicious-sounding recipe in Runner’s World for Rocco DiSpirito’s Fettuccine Alfredo. I love Fettuccine Alfredo and I love Rocco, so I had a feeling that this recipe would be a winner!
As always, I made a few changes to the recipe: I used rigatoni instead of fettucini and nixed the cornstarch. (We didn’t have either in the house.) Even though I altered the recipe, the meal still turned out really well– pretty much just like the “real deal,” but much healthier for you.
On the side, I had a big salad topped with balsamic vinegar.
For dessert, I’m planning to eat half of my Oreo Blizzard and save the other half for another time. Portion control, baby!
It’s movie time! 
Good night, guys!
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Great job on the portion control – it’s always hard for me to do.
way to not eat the whole thing…i would totally devour that! we are now going to DQ to see if our local one is partcipating
I don’t think I’ve EVER had a Blizzard, which is crazy considering how many McFlurrys I had growing up haha. Enjoy your relaxing night with the hub.
I hate when stores don’t participate in the promotion…it’s so cheap! We have a lot of Subways near us that don’t do promotions, it makes me not want to go back. lol.
Have a fun movie night!
My Husband and I also HAD to go get the 25 Cent blizzard as well… I get Tropical
Pecans, Banana and Coconut….YUMMMY
I can’t believe your DQ doesn’t participate! What a bummer! We totally took advantage of that deal last Monday and I had a blizzard for dinner. Obvi! You just gotta live sometimes!
Haha, that’s brutal! How can they just “not participate” in promotions like that? I’m pretty sure that commercial was a total scam just to get you out there…
You’re killing me! Oreo blizzards are my favorite : )
I also wanted to let you know that I made your Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Cookies today, but substituted coconut for butterscotch chips and walnuts and they were amazing!
Hope you had a great Sunday!
My husband and me did the blizzard deal friday night It was such a good deal that blows that yours doesnt participate I ended up having my oreo mint blizzard for dinner because its so filling, also we loved the movie Invention of Lying such a neat concept hope you like it too
I just watched The Invention of Lying last night! I thought it was very funny. Hope you enjoy it. =)
YUM, what a great way to end a delicious dinner but with a blizzard!
Dinner does look good! I am now craving a reeses pb cup blizzard or Oreo! Ha- even though my fav was by far the thin mint girl scout cookie! Yumm
I really loved The Invention of Lying. It’s so different from a typical romantic comedy, and really funny!
Those coconut curry crackers look so tempting!
So does the blizzard! Wow, I haven’t had one in sooooo long…
Oh my goodness that dinner looks delicious! My husband would LOVE that!
ENJOY!
I wish I had a DQ near my house…a blizzard sounds FANTASTIC right now!
I dunno if I’d be able to only eat half of that blizzard – yum!
I LOVEEE running too. I’m really bummed that my back has been hurting lately while running though. Do you ever have issues with this being top heavy like I am?
That movie looked good! Hope you like it.
I definitely would not be able to save half of my blizzard, lol. Ahh, lack of willpower
I saw that commercial today and actually thought of you, how funny and random.
I just heard the DQ promotion on tv, bummer, but they are still pretty cheap and so tasty! Why do Sunday’s fly by? I like to cherish them and before I know it they are gone.
Ooohhh Blizzards…had I known I may be eating one for dessert tonight, too! Instead I modified one of your dessert recipes…just as yummy! It’s amazing how time flies when we’re having fun…enjoy movie night! I’ve heard good things about that flick
I can’t believe you couldn’t get the promotion….what a bummer!
Awww yay for portion control! I remember as a kid, er, teenager, I had no idea I could save half of them blizzards for later. I recall not being a big fan of ‘em ’cause they’d fill me up till I was sick to me tummy
If only I knew!!
Your 5K time is so inspring! I hope to reach a similar pace some day, running is such a delight!
Is that the one on Washington street? It’s “independently owned” so they aren’t a “real” DQ. Next time try the Weymouth one…or better yet, go to Abington and you won’t even have to get out of the car! They have a drive through!
I used to love Blizzards but they hurt my stomach…I need to find a non-dairy version!
I had high hopes for The Invention of Lying but my husband and I thought it was HORRIBLE! Just because people can’t tell lies doesn’t mean they have to say every single thing they are thinking – to the point of being really mean! I’m interested in what your opinion is…
Fabulous looking dinner! I’m trying that one for sure!!! Good job on the portion control….that is Hard!!
Did you enjoy the movie? I watched it already about two weeks ago, and I didn’t really like it… =/ I thought it was a little… awkward at times. It’s funny though… ish. Meh, I just didn’t really think much of it.
That dinner looks deeeeeelicious!
Cheers to a good week ahead! 
Wei-Wei
Nice dinner! It looks delicious. I liked the Invention of Lying. It was a cute movie.
Your dinner looks awesome! Blizzards are the best dessert choice! YUM!
I LOVE fettuccine alfredo, but honestly can’t remember the last time I had it. I will most definitely be making this healthier version. Yum!
Enjoy your movie!!! I want to see it so give us a review tomorrow!!
That is SO dumb that it doesn’t participate in promotions! I know they are all probably owned by different people but c’mon!
Anyway, good idea to have half now and half later
What a lame Dairy Queen! Granted it looks like it’s owned locally, but still
Good choice to keep the blizzard spirit alive 
My boyfriend and I had the same idea Mal and you did today! I opted for Snickers.
I ate half last night, too. The other half I nibbled on throughout the day today. Enjoy your movie!
Personally, I wasn’t overly fond of “Invention”; it was weird how much everyone focused on Ricky G.’s looks.
Also, I’m dying for a Blizzard, now. They’re so tasty, I don’t know where you get the willpower to save it!
Boo on that DQ for not participating in the promotion! Dinner looks yum….it’s been soooo long since I’ve had alfredo. Enjoy your movie night!
-emily
That’s such a bust they don’t do promotions. I wonder if the one near me does or MA ones all cop-out
Oh man! I made that Rocco recipe last week–and tailored it just for one (I was solo that night). It was DELICIOUS! In fact, I actually kept the cornstarch in mine because I accidentally bought Fage 0%, not 5% like the recipe called for.. and it was still creamy and awesome. So… for an even healthier trick use the cornstarch (or sub flour) and use the 0%. Did you see this month’s Asparagus Naan Pizza??? Can’t wait to try that one!
I hope you liked the movie! I watched it on the plane to Australia and loved it – but I’m a huge fan of Jennifer Garner and RIcky Gervais
I haven’t seen the movie, but I’ve loved every other Ricky Gervais movie. I have been wanting to try that fettuccine alfredo recipe for awhile now..might need to try this week. It looks good
Thats lame that they didnt participate! At least you still got your Blizzard fix.
I drove past that Dairy Queen tonight I think (the one on 3A?)- and was wondering why the line was out to the street! Darn, should have stopped
Glad you got a blizzard. Summer is almost here!
A blizzard sounds awesome, and I just finished watching the invention of lying..so cute! Enjoy your evening!
Thanks for sharing this! I saw the recipe in RW and saved the page, but keep shying away thinking it will be a)Difficult and B) Rich. Glad to see it work out well
Mmmmmm that takes restraint! When it comes to blizzards or ice cream in any form, I tend to go NUTS.
The Invention of Lying is pretty good, I love Jennifer Garner! Your dinner looks delish too! Enjoy your night
Tina, I’m so glad you tried that recipe! I saw it, too, and haven’t had a chance to try it yet – I will be soon!
Gosh, I wish we had a DQ near where we live. I love the Blizzards!
We don’t have many DQ’s where I live. How did the blizzard not melt when you guys went from DQ to your house? I don’t know, probably a stupid question.
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