Thankyou all so much for your lovely comments about yesterday’s trail race. I woke up this morning not only with slightly sore legs, but also the realisation that we are now into the second half of the year. Scary huh!
So, in keeping with tradition, a monthly recap is in order.
Did you miss my previous recaps? Check them out below:
This month was another busy one, although I did have a lot of time at home which was nice. Construction on our new house is also progressing rapidly, with the formwork now in place.
Before...
After...
My prediction is that we will be in by the end of October - fingers crossed. I must say that I am particularly missing all my cookbooks, baking gadgets and serving dishes - which are currently hidden in one of the many boxes in the garage. I suspect it might feel like Christmas morning when I finally get to unpack them!
Despite the cold temperatures, there were plenty of things to keep me (and my belly) warm this month!
Starting with a pizza party …
A cupcake evening with the girls ...
A fancy hotel...
Runs in the sun...
A Christmas in July celebration...
Special dinners, Spanish style...
And not forgetting a wonderful trail race!
The Mystery Box is also a little lighter after the following ingredients were chosen this month: beans, asparagus, sesame seeds, artichoke, tomato, saffron, snowpeas, corn and peanuts.
Check out what I cooked with each ingredient by following the links on my Mystery Box page.
I must say that my favourite would have to have been the paella or the satay . I predict that the satay sauce will be making another appearance sometime soon, so stay tuned.
In fitness news, I ran 85 km, biked 68 km and swam 2.1 km during July. I also fit in 8 strength training sessions and 3 yoga classes. I am still loving the inclusion of strength training in my workout schedule, although I think it is time to step it up a notch.
What about you? Did you have a Jubilant July?
Overall, my July was certainly Jubilant, albeit on the chilly side. But hey - only one more month until winter ends and we say hello to Spring. Here's to an Adventurous August!!
Well time to dash to a yoga class then head out to dinner to celebrate my sister in law’s birthday. My muscles are BEGGING for a good stretch and I am hoping the yoga class will be the perfect cure. Hope you are having a fantastic Sunday!
Happy Baking :)
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