Happy #thinkingoutloud Thursday! No idea what I’m going on about? Click here!
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2. This. Very much this 😆 😆
3. I kid, I kid. While I do really enjoy chewing, I’ve also really been enjoying biking. So much so that I’ve actually parked my car for the most part and started taking my bike everywhere instead. I average something like 15-20 km per day, and I’m kind of in love with it.
4. I’m not, however, in love with some of the things associated with riding a bike. First, headwind. Holy gerbils is it ever hard to ride straight into really heavy wind. And the worst part is that it changes directions and I end up having to deal with headwind both there and back. Ridiculous.
Second, bugs — and I’m not talking about the little flies and gnats that “accidentally” find themselves on a direct course with your eyes/nose/mouth — but freaking dragonflies. It must be their breeding season or something, because those suckers are everywhere. In swarms! The other day one hit me smack dab in the middle of my forehead, and I thought I was literally going to kill myself because of how bad I started swerving from the surprise collision. Ridiculous.
5. Speaking of surprises, remember when I mentioned that I saw a lady at Starbucks asking the barista to surprise her with a drink? In the end I decided it was a brilliant idea, so I tried it out myself. This is what I got:
If memory serves, it was an iced cinnamon dolce latte. I guess my baristas know me too well. Next time I think I’ll say: “shock me” instead. I’ll probably end up with some kind of green tea frappuccino.
6. Speaking of shock… Do not ever Google “spider bite” and look at the associated images. Just don’t do it. I made that mistake because we thought a friend might have gotten bitten while we were out and we needed more info. I think I may be scarred for life 😯
7. As for where the aforementioned incident happened… in the bushes:
In addition to biking, I’ve been doing a lot of “hiking” down in the river valley. Looks like that gym membership I was thinking about getting is going to have to wait for colder days — give me all the outdoor exercise!
8. How are we feeling about the new Maroon 5 song?
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It’s catchy — I like it! And I may or may not be listening to it right now… and sit-dancing in my chair. Doop, doop, doop. And auto-correct, if you change doop to door one more time, I.will.cut.you.
9. Apparently I’ve been watching too much Game of Thrones 😯 But I’ve also been reading! I started Ender’s Game, and while I like it well enough so far, I can’t say I’m a huge fan of Card himself… We’ll see where this goes.
10. I feel like there’s something I still need to tell you… give me a sec. OH! I’ll be heading to Vegas next week to celebrate a friend’s “birthday” [that was actually a month ago] 😀 It’s one of my favourite cities to visit and I haven’t been for at least a year, so next Wednesday I’ll be hopping on a plane to spend a few days in Sin City. Can.not.wait.
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Amen to #2. That’s me, everyday.
Ooh, I’ve never had a cinnamon dolce latte! Sounds so good! Have so much in Vegas, I’m jealous!
Hmmm I don’t think I’ve seen a dragonfly in ages!!! Not in the US, at least (so strange). And omgshhh I was going to sayyyy I discovered cinnamon dolce the other day and although I loooove my coffee/iced coffee plain with just soy+milk, I wanted something different. So I got one pump of that stuff and it went a looong way, and the iced coffee tasted so good and unique, but not overwhelming. I don’t know if i have the “courage” to ask a barista to surprise me….because I become quite bossy with my coffee, haha!
Of course I didn’t listen and googled spider bites… poor life choices! Good life choices included my switch to bluehost this weekend though, thanks for the link and the info on the extra good deal 🙂
ahh I am working on biking more, but you are definitely making me realize I can do even better. We only have one car, so I tend to walk a lot but could do more if I would get past my bike fears!
New to this blog and I love it!
I can totally relate to all those biking things. I love riding my bike, but headwind is just awful. It’s really windy where I live so there’s a lot of that and it is just…blah!
I dig this song, listening to it as I comment. I just dig Maroon 5 though, and Adam Levine is on my top list…so bomb. AH I love that you’re biking everywhere, so jealous! I’ve been wanting to buy a bike for way too long and have been wayyy too lazy about it. WHOOO way to be ballsy at Starbucks!
Your spider comment made me think of a few days ago i was googling up this spider that i had seen outside of my job..I have never seen a spider like the one i saw and wanted to know what it was so i looked it up and spider bite pictures came up too..It made my stomach turn and turn–very gross. I never found out what kind of spider it had bee Have a great day!!!!
1. I’m loving that you said ‘holy gerbils’ because it’s still making me giggle.
2. Game of Thrones. Just, yes.
3. My husband loves Ender’s Game and has been reading since he was a kid. I know a little and I think you’ll like Card in the end.
4. ‘Surprise me’ is probably one of my favorite things for anyone to do in any given situation, so I encourage you to try it again!
Funny – I was just telling my cousins about your blog last night and how you mentioned the Starbucks surprise customer. I think everyone should try it at least once!
Soooo jealous you’re going to Vegas. I’ve never been!! You should definitely smuggle some American goodies…I’m thinking Justin’s?? 😉
I’ve been trying to decide about doing self-hosting… So this would probably be a good time to do it! Even though my blog isn’t getting much attention right now, it’s a good idea – right!? Help me make the decision! Hahah.
I think it mostly depends on how serious you want to get about blogging! I’d definitely recommend it for anyone who’s looking to take their blog to the next level, but it has to be something that you’re willing to commit to.
I definitely want to! It is always on my mind, and yes, I haven’t been posting as much as I intended to start doing, but a lot of personal ish was happening and blogging was the last thing on my mind. I think I will make the plunge, and just do it now!
You better believe Whole Foods is basically on the top of my list of places to hit up when I’m there… and it just so happens to be on the way from the airport to the hotel 😉
I’ve been biking or walking everywhere too! just got back from biking to Whole Paycheck, in fact. And yes to he head winds. Or how about those tiny white gnats? UGH!
Have fun in Vegas! Don’t let anyone cut. You.
Stupidly, I did google spider bite and I’m pretty sure I got the same results as you. YUK!!! I also made the mistake of searching for “Malawian spiders” on Youtube the day before I flew out to Malawi with some students from school. NOT something to calm my nerves before I went!
ah so jelly of LV! I haven’t been since I was legally allowed to gamble…which is probably a good thing because I’d end up gambling away my life savings!
Holy gerbils! Love that and will be stealing it. I’ll send you a monthly check for rights.
Your “surprise” iced cinnamon dulce latte sounds right up my alley! Totally ordering that next time I go to Starbucks. I love their hot cinnamon dulce latte, so I bet their iced one is amazing.
Glad you’re enjoying all the outdoor exercise! I’m just a tad jealous. With this heat, we will be hibernating in doors for another few months. 😉
The bugs while biking are the WORST and some of them are HUGE! Definitely not a good idea to google any sort of bug bite image on Google…It’s kind of like searching WebMD when you are sick. FULL PANIC mode! 😉
Oh I know, right?! No matter what, it always seems to be cancer… 😯
Love, love, love the new Maroon 5 song! I’m so jealous you are going to Vegas. It’s only 4 hours from me and I usually get there a couple times a year, but this year I have not been yet. Get ready for the heat!
Ooooh Vegas! That should be so much fun! I’ve never actually been to Vegas, but it seems like one of those things you have to experience at least once your life 😛 Hopefully someday!
i think you should come ride bikes here. at least it’s warm head wind. LOL! and don’t hate me, but i have to watch or read game of thrones. EEK!
I’m pretty sure I’m the only person on the planet that has never watched Game of Thrones! I know I need to jump on the bandwagon! I’m sure I’m missing out!
Spoons on the lose in Vegas. I love it and I’m excited for you. Did I ever tell you the Hubby has a brother there. Maybe next time, we’ll have to schedule a joint trip. 🙂
You still have 5 days to take leave and book a flight — get on that, stat 😉
You’re braver than I! I could not say surprise me at Sbux… #2 made me laugh out loud at work! I need that napkin in my life soon 🙂 Best exercise I can think of!
The Starbucks barista did good..that drink looks fabulous! Here’s hoping you never get served a green tea frap- they ain’t anything to write home about (to put it lightly). So excited to hear about your trip to Vegas. I’ve only been once but I just found the energy in that place to be so contagious…sending good vibes your way if you decide to hit the tables ;)!
Thank you so much for sharing about the 4th of july sale!! I’ve been considering becoming self hosted and this would be a great opportunity. Also, thanks for the link up 🙂 I love your blog but rarely comment, and I decided it was time to change that finally!! Your surprise me idea is pretty great. I want to try it.
Let me know if you have any questions 😀
I wanna go to Vegas! Haha, seriously though- you’re gonna have a blast!
BTW there isn’t really a way for me to link back to Spoons when I link a YT video (I don’t have a blog). Hope it’s ok to join in anyway!
I’m finally catching up on season 3 of Game of Thrones. Fun times. 🙂
Have fun in Vegas!!
You’ll have to let me know when you’re in Vegas next week! I live here in Vegas and have been a reader for quite some time– it would be wonderful to meet up for a quick coffee or something if you have extra time 🙂 Have fun!
I’m not quite sure what the schedule is going to be like while we’re down there, but it would definitely be neat to grab a coffee! E-mail me and maybe we can work something out 🙂
I’m actually really proud of you for letting a barista surprise you. That’s something I could never do, because I’m a nazi with how I like my coffee drinks. By the way, I’m going to Vegas for work this weekend! It’s honestly my least favorite place to travel to. I wish you could go for me and just start your trip early! Wait, really though. Would you want to? 😉
Really?! Awws! I’d definitely take your place! But I can’t promise that much work would get done 😉
It seems like only a few months ago when you took the solo vacation to Vegas. I cannot believe it’s been more than a year already! Craziness! And I would be so scared to say “Surprise me” in the Starbucks line. I hate really sugary drinks so I’d probably end up with something I definitely would not like. Lol
Yay for biking! At my college EVERYONE bikes to their classes since it’s a pretty spread out campus. I must admit that it gets old after having to do it multiple times a day for years, but I love being outside and getting in some extra exercise on the way to class! And YES to Game of Thrones. Best. Series. EVER.
I love the new maroon 5 song…pretty good! Not my favorite, but good! I’m really liking the “Loving You” song from Michael Jackson’s new album. The tune…i just really enjoy it.
Vegas is one of my favorite cities too!! I haven’t been there in a couple of years and need to head back SOON!
That’s so awesome that you can bike around everywhere! Biking is dangerous around my area, which is a bummer. At least I don’t have to deal with dragonflies though…I did see a MONSTER one outside the other day though. I screamed.
So exciting that you’re heading to Vegas!!
Oh my gosh, that is too funny you mentioned Bluehost! I literally just blogged about how I’m thinking of becoming self-hosted and asked for some expert blogger advice – including opinions about Bluehost! You’re certainly a blogging expert, so seeing that is extremely helpful!!
Also, I love the idea of telling the barista to surprise me! I may have to try that this afternoon 🙂
Thanks for hosting this fabulous link-up!
Let me know if you have any questions 😀
Thanks! I’m actually emailing you now:)