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Full Time Blogger

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17 Nov

I have an announcement to make – I am now I full time blogger! (I am obviously trying to look on the bright side of things.)  I am definitely bummed about my job (or lack thereof), but I am moving forward and not going to dwell on it. In addition to blogging I will be writing for some other sites and doing freelance work. Oh, and looking for another full time job! I already wrote out a schedule for myself so I don’t waste any time being productive.

I really really appreciate all your kind comments. You are helping me stay positive 🙂 Thank you.

When I got home I talked it out with a friend over a walk. Then, I got back home and chewed a pack of gum. I’m currently on my second pack. At least it’s not cigarettes.IMG_2474

My afternoon snack was yogurt, a whole mango, pineapple and cereal. I added a scoop of cottage cheese after the pic. I think I am starting to like cottage cheese more than yogurt. That’s good because I bought another Costco tub of it!IMG_2469

I considered slacking off for dinner and ordering a pizza to drown my sorrows, but I didn’t. I made eggplant and chickpea pasta. I cooked up a whole eggplant with a can of tomato sauce and a can of tomatoes (with the juice) plus garlic and spices. Then, added tempeh and chickpeas – served on top of whole wheat pasta. I love tomato based sauces!IMG_2471

Now I am enjoying a pineapple juice and Malibu Rum adult beverage – I deserve a drink tonight, don’t you think?IMG_2473Thanks again for the support 🙂 Hope you’re having a better day than me!

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  1. Cathy says

    2009-11-17 at 7:25 pm

    You’re awesome and inspiring! I hope you find lots of fun blogging opportunites and don’t have to go back to a boring 9-5. You’re too fun for that! Good luck!

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  2. Rose says

    2009-11-17 at 5:46 pm

    Wait, what happened? Did you quit???

    Want to chat soon?

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  3. Evan Thomas says

    2009-11-17 at 3:09 pm

    Way to look on the bright side! I think if anyone could make a comfortable living by themselves as just a blogger, I’d tie them up, throw them in their closet and resume their life as them

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  4. Stacy (Eating To Live Love Laugh Tri) says

    2009-11-17 at 1:40 pm

    Hang in there!

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  5. Jillian (back to the nest) says

    2009-11-17 at 1:30 pm

    Good luck with everything! your sunny outlook is inspirational, to say the least. And I want that pasta, right now. For breakfast.

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  6. Karyn says

    2009-11-17 at 1:02 pm

    yay for adult beverages 🙂 way to stay positive — sending good vibes your way!

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  7. Emily (The Experimentarian) says

    2009-11-17 at 12:40 pm

    Whoo hoo for cottage cheese over yogurt! Definitely! 🙂 Good luck with the job hunt and way to go staying positive. I hope you find something you love! xoxo

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  8. Jess (Fit Chick in the City) says

    2009-11-17 at 12:05 pm

    Aw, I’m so sorry to hear that you’re without a job. I’m sure that something much better is on the horizon for you.

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  9. Shannon says

    2009-11-17 at 11:43 am

    I missed the big announcement yesterday. I’m sorry. But it sounds as if it may have been necessary to find a new job anyway. That’s awful that you paychecks were so late! Good luck….you’ll be just fine because you have such a great attitude!

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  10. prinny says

    2009-11-17 at 11:29 am

    Yes, you totally deserved that drink. Sorry to hear about your job.
    But, I strongly believe that for every door that closes, a new one will open… so, good luck with the job hunt, I’m sure you’ll rock something very soon!

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  11. Ashley says

    2009-11-17 at 7:57 am

    Sorry about your job, that really sucks, but you have a good outlook. Best of luck on finding a new job!

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  12. Kate G. says

    2009-11-17 at 7:16 am

    You are so positive! It’s really nice to hear 🙂 Best wishes on the job search I am sure with an attitude like that it should be no problem.

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  13. Glenn Jones says

    2009-11-17 at 6:00 am

    I was bummed when I saw your tweet this morning! I am happy to hear that you have a upbeat attitude! Keep your chin up and I’ll keep the photos of your old stomping grounds coming your way!

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  14. Whole Body Love says

    2009-11-17 at 4:47 am

    I’m pretty impressed that you decided against the pizza. Way to show stress-eating who’s boss!!!

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  15. Sammi says

    2009-11-17 at 3:52 am

    Yay for being a full time blogger! Looking on the positive side of things always makes things so much better!
    Yes to deserving a drink! (Drink an extra one for my underage self?) Make sure not to get sick though. That’s never fun 🙁

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  16. katherine says

    2009-11-17 at 3:01 am

    Best wishes in your job search – enjoy the change of pace and soak up every positive thing from this possible!

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  17. Light Delight with TouTou says

    2009-11-17 at 3:00 am

    The pasta looks really great ! very delicious ~

    Good luck with your new life !! it’s right not to dwell on things that you don’t enjoy .

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  18. Britt (Runnerbelle) says

    2009-11-17 at 2:51 am

    Agreed, enjoy that drink! Stay positive!

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  19. katie says

    2009-11-17 at 2:20 am

    that pasta looks delish!!
    dont worry.. i chew gum like most people drink water

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  20. Karla says

    2009-11-17 at 2:15 am

    You definitely deserve a drink!

    Good luck with your new start 🙂

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  21. Amber from Girl with the Red Hair says

    2009-11-17 at 2:10 am

    Sounds like you have a really good outlook on things, who knows where freelancing and full-time blogging will be able to take you!

    Good luck with everything 🙂

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  22. s says

    2009-11-17 at 2:04 am

    best wishes in the job search. actually i think the dc area is one of the better places to be looking for a job right now.

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  23. Elisabeth says

    2009-11-17 at 1:41 am

    What?! Crap. I missed a post!!

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  24. Kate says

    2009-11-17 at 1:34 am

    That pasta looks so yum. Enjoy your drink -very deserving!

    Best of luck with the search, I’m sure you’ll have no trouble 🙂

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  25. Amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) says

    2009-11-17 at 1:32 am

    You totally deserve a drink. (I’m possiblymaybe on twitter by the way, if you are wondering who I am)

    I write a schedule for myself every day now too. it really does help. I’m the kind of person who goes nuts if I’m not constantly busy so I need the schedule!

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  26. Abby (Nibble, Nourish, Run) says

    2009-11-17 at 1:31 am

    Oh you absolutely deserve an adult beverage – maybe even two! Plus your positive attitude is inspiring – so maybe three. Oh and that pasta looks delicious.

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  27. FitMommyNow says

    2009-11-17 at 1:30 am

    Best wishes in your job search!!

    Reply

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