9 Functions Emily Loves Right Now

I echo Jackie Kennedy's sentiment in saying "The only routine with me is no routine at all." These past couple weeks have been blissful in their own quiet, unplanned way. Facing the things I can't fix by myself, not letting my mistakes own my day or life, and using the resources I have has made this week profound in its simplicity. These are some things I discovered along the way, and what they offered to this charmingly colorful week.

1. Panera's Fuji Apple Salad + Jones Soda = The best part of the work day
   
2. "Once" the soundtrack + Pandora = happy ears
   
3. Toaster Strudels + Vitamin Water = Superbreakfast
4. "But I Love Him" by Dr. Jill Murray + Earl Grey tea = Finally dealing with emotional abuse
   
5. Law & Order: SVU + Law & Order: CI = A reason to jog in front of the TV
   
6. Jogging + Pilates = Size 8 shorts this summer
   
7. Impatients + Fishies = A room full of life and happiness
   
8. Cajun Shrimp OPI polish + Smashbox Foundation Primer = Fun mornings
9. David McCullough Books on Tape + A sporty car = Education and Energetic commutes

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Writing the post linked to below was the most emotionally productive thing I did in 2007. I almost decided to delete it instead of posting it that night. I'm really glad I didn't.


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9 Benefits of Getting up Early

1. Watching the light of a new day fill the world.
   
2. Making it to work on time.
3. Getting the first shower (and therefore, the hot water).
4. Enjoying that perfect cup of coffee while it's still dark out.
   
5. Feeding the cows (Don't have any cows? Feed the goldfish.)
   
6. Exercising before you start your day.
   
7. Avoiding the embarrassment of feeling and looking like a lazy bum.
   
8. Listening to the birds.
   
9. Updating your blog with new stuff every morning.