Tuesday, July 2, 2024
This is not rocket science, but I thought it was post-worthy. I had to take my car in to get an oil change and a tire rotation and I decided to make it something enjoyable, too.
I could have asked someone to meet me, but I also relish some outings on my own, so I kept it just me.
Lucky for me that the car place is in an area that is walkable to a few places.
I dropped off my car:
I had a 9:00 a.m. appointment so I walked to Biscuit Belly. It was going to be a hot one, but it still felt pretty good outside so I opted to sit on their patio.
I brought my planner, a notebook, and my book. I love drinking out of a real mug!
I rarely go out for breakfast so it was a treat. I didn’t love what I ordered, but oh well.
I worked on my 40 bags list, my schedule for the week, sent a few texts, and then I just read.
I sat there for about an hour and then the stores surrounding opened at 10:00 and I did some shopping.
I went in Lotsa Pasta which is a gourmet market:
I went in a little boutique, too.
My car was ready around 10:30 and I was headed back home.
I felt like I had a fun little adventure and it was good to get out that morning!
Do you turn errands into outings? Could you? So much of life is about perspective, right?
Amy
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That does sound like a fun little outing!
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It was a nice treat! It turned something boring into a fun morning.
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This is a great reminder to create joy even in the most mundane situations. Glad you shared this!
xo,
Kellyann
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Thank you – I had a bit of an epiphany but I’m sure it’s pretty obvious!
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Cute name for a breakfast place! Good for you for making the most of an errand. The last time I had my tires rotated, I walked across the street to my favorite yogurt place. The street I had to cross though is one of the busiest streets…it is 6 lanes. It’s funny what would be completely normal in a big, walkable city, like NYC, seemed odd here. I felt like all eyes were on me since I was the only pedestrian crossing the road!
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It’s a small chain! Oh gosh – yes that would be scary for me and people would look at me strangely! I wish we were more walkable here, but we do have our pockets where there are tons of people out and about.
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So fun- love the way you find joy in the ordinary days!
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Thank you! I had a nice morning!
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Good Job Girly! I always do that!
Have a great 4th!
Missy
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That’s great! I need to remember to do it more!
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I definitely turn errands into outings! Even if I am just running errands, I see it as an opportunity to listen to an audio book or pick up a to-go diet coke. Great post!
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I guess it had been awhile for me! Yes! I have just started to keep my airpods in sometimes while in the stores.
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I love that you did this.
Hadley had lots of volleyball tournaments in Lexington this year with some downtime in between. A few times, instead of running errands, I sat at a nearby restaurant, enjoyed a meal, read my book, etc rather than running around. It was nice to use my time that way.
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Good for you, too! It just feels better to sit and read instead of driving all over creation, right?
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Definitely
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What a great outing! I love the photos of the gourmet market and the boutique.
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It was really a fun little morning and I was proud of myself for choosing to make it fun!
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Errands into outings? Hmmm…I think I’m more an outings into errands kinda person. But, I love how you found joy in doing this. Those biscuits just need some blueberry compote!
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Ha – that can be true and if you enjoy all the better! The jam was the best part of that mediocre plate. I think it was homemade!
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I love this idea!! I think we should always make the best of our errands it makes them a little more interesting.
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I agree! I try to batch errands but maybe adding joy into them is a good practice, too!
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