Fun Day

Today, since I had no plans, lying in bed this morning, I considered my options. At first I considered going to Mankato to go shopping, but I didn't want to drive that far just to go to a few stores. Instead, I decided I would go the Lakes for lunch and then to Spencer for further shopping and then stop in and visit my folks.

For lunch I went to this organic market/coop/restaurant. It's called The Market. There, I had a tuna salad wrap and a bottle of Kambucha (a fermented tea), and I read. It was very pleasant. Although the calories are more than I normally have for lunch, they are so good for me, I feel it was worth it. At the market I found quinoa, swiss chard, and a few other items. I'm not convinced that organic food is superior to other food, but I believe that when you eat organic you are eating healthier food because it's whole food. Not the overly processed foods which is the common fair at a traditional restaurant.

After lunch, I took off for Spencer. I stopped and got some necessities at Walgreens, then I went to Menards and went crazy. I bought a bunch of dog supplies, including some dog toys of which Buddy has already destroyed two. I also got paint and supplies. Later this week I'm going to paint my porch floor. I'm not looking forward to the chore, (I'm a terrible painter) but I'm looking forward to having my porch looking nice.

After Menards, I went to my Mom and Dad's. They are retiring and moving into another apartment soon, so I heard about their plans and saw the apartment again. After Mom and Dad's I went to a more traditional store and got many essentials including a ham for Ken's visit here.

Since I've been home, I was eager to try the Swiss Chard, so I made the pork tenderloin with Swiss chard that I describe on February 9th. It was VERY good, but I think I like the spinach better. The chard had an after taste, or more accurately an after feel. It left this feeling in my mouth that I get when I eat bananas that are too green. That's why I don't eat green bananas. I wonder if it has to do with the potasium? But still it was very good and a colorful and pretty dish.

Tomorrow, I go back to Spencer for an allergy shot, blood draw, and a mammogram. The latter doesn't thrill me at all, but I believe in being responsible for my life and body, and this is how I can be responsible.