Hi, friends! I have a GREAT giveaway for you! But, first, let’s do a little recap of today!
Our morning was pretty typical: Wake up, feed Quinn, feed Murphy, feed ourselves, get ready for the day, except that Quinn has been waking up pretty early this week. He was rocking the 6:00/6:15 AM wake-up for awhile, but, suddenly, he’s waking up about an hour earlier. Gooooooood morning, Quinn! Needless to say, I’m dragging a bit this week.
While I took care of Quinn, Mal made us breakfast, which was bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches and (lots of) iced coffee.
A little while later, I dropped off Quinn at daycare. He’s hit the separation anxiety phase, and it is so heartbreaking. He clings to me like a little monkey when I go to leave, and it’s the worst feeling ever. The women at daycare are amazing and always figure out a way to distract him, but it still doesn’t make it easier for Mom. *sigh* I can’t wait for this phase to be over. Anyway, I grabbed Marylou’s on the ride home and then got right to work.
Mid-morning, I snacked on a banana and some protein soft baked granola bites.
I dominated my to-do list, so I celebrated with a much-needed long run. The past couple of weeks were pretty insane (more on this later), so I haven’t been running very much. Well, I’ve done a few short runs with Quinn in the jogging stroller, but nothing more than 4 miles. Basically, I needed a long run in my life and today’s was awesome.
When I got home from my run, I immediately threw together a protein shake. I drank most of it, hopped in the shower, and then ate leftovers from dinner for lunch.
I did a little more work and then drove to Massage Envy for a 90-minute sports massage. The nice people from Massage Envy invited me for a free massage in exchange for a review on CNC and, of course, I was game. I lovvveee massages, but, honestly, I wasn’t sure how a chain place, like Massage Envy, would compare to my regular massage therapist, but I was pleasantly surprised!
After two tough workouts earlier this week and a 10-mile run today, I was feeling pretty beat up, so I was really looking forward to my massage. Well, within minutes of entering Massage Envy (Braintree location), my relaxation experience began… and, oh my goodness, it was wonderful. One of the staff members put a warm pad on my neck and shoulders. It smelled like lavender. I was in heaven.
After that, I filled out a little paperwork and chatted with one of the staff about my health history and my expectations for my massage.
Then, I was taken into a relaxation room and, just a few minutes later, I was greeted by my massage therapist, Norine.
Norine was amazing. I highly recommend her. She used nice, firm pressure and really worked my tight, sore muscles, but in a relaxing, not-at-all painful way. I even fell asleep for a few minutes. It was glorious.
After my massage, I picked up Quinn from daycare, which was easily the best part of my day. I couldn’t wait to see him and, the closer I got to daycare, the more excited I became. Seeing his little face was THE BEST feeling. I missed him so much today, especially after leaving him, my little monkey, this morning.
Back at home, I found this nice surprise waiting for me in the kitchen:
Aww, Mal is so sweet. He printed and framed one of my favorite photos of him and Quinn. Too cute. It’s on my bedside table now.
Then, we ate some snacks and played.
Saltine cracker box = SO FUN!
Dinner was an edamame + veggie stir fry + rice. Simple, nutritious, and delicious.
The end.
Ok, giveaway time!
Here’s your chance to win a gift card for a 60-minute massage from Massage Envy!
To enter: Click over to the Massage Envy website, check out their various massage types, and leave a comment on this post about which one interests you the most. I’ll randomly pick a winner on Monday.
Good luck!
583 Comments
I would probably just stick with the tried and true Swedish massage.
The deep tissue looks amazing!!
I would love a 90 minute sports massage to work out the kinks from crossfit and running and keep me feeling good!!
deep tissue!
THAT bread looks to die for! Freakin just love Mal. Seriously such a great husband and Dad, and for us single ladies that read your blog, he has seriously set the bar high for standards we should have in a man! As far as a massage, I would totally go with the sports one!
I would love a deep tissue massage!
I’m all over a Sweedish massage…90 minutes would hit the spot!
a sports massage would be an awesome way to reward myself for doing some hard workouts!
deep tissue massage!
I have never had a massage before but I have been considering getting a sports massage. I would be so excited to win this because there is a Massage Envy less than 3o minutes from me.
I would love a deep tissue massage!
Sports massage! (Or deep tissue).
I could use a deep tissue massage!
Definitely Swedish massage. I used to be pretty good about getting massages regularly, but I’ve totally dropped the ball lately. Need to get back into it!
The sports massage sounds perfect for me!!!!!
I always love the swedish massage
I’m about to start marathon training, so a sports massage in a few weeks will be much needed!
A deep tissue massage sounds aaaaamazing! I just started my second trimester and my body could use some lovin!
I’d love a deep tissue massage!
Definitely deep tissue!
Swedish massage followed by a reflexology massage……….heaven!
Swedish Massage š
I’m 36 weeks pregnant so a prenatal massage would be amazing! š
A massage should be high on my to do list, every where aches today!
I would LOVE a sports massage! I’m trying to get back into working out after my little girl’s birth and someone massaging my sore muscles would feel heavenly.
The deep tissue massage sounds great!
I would love a deep tissue massage!
It’s definitely at toss up between the deep tissue and the sports massage!
I would love a sports massage for my tired marathon training muscles!! Or a facial sounds wonderful too!!
I would love a deep tissue massage.
I love deep tissue massages!
Sports massage would be amazing!
Sports massage for me!:)
Swedish
I would loooove a sports massage! š
I’ve always wanted to get a sports massage from there. I’m a runner plus I play ultimate frisbee a few days a week so my muscles are always tight.
Definitely the sports massage! I’m training for a marathon and could definitely use one š
A deep tissue massage sounds absolutely beautiful
The cranial sacral therapy sounds heavenly especially added to a deep tissue massage!
Sports Massage for sure!
After a rough semester, a hot envy massage sounds perfect!
Deep tissue massage please!
I would LOVE a deep tissue massage!!!
I would love the sports massage…I have had one before and they do a lot to help realign hips and stretch out those sore muscles!!
Deep tissue massage would be wonderful!
Swedish massage!
I’m a massage therapist and am a tad picky about my massages lol, but I LOVE a good deep tissue massage!
Deep tissue!!!
Swedish massage!
Deep tissue for sure!