Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. I’m doing the holiday hustle this busy week at the start of Hanukkah and the holiday season. Here’s a peek into my week.
Doing The Holiday Hustle Weekly Run Down
Sunday-Rest day + core + snow shoveling
We woke up to about 1.5 inches of snow but I still needed to clear the driveway so that was my cardio this morning. 2 core classes finished off my rest day which was not really a “rest day”. My son and his girlfriend came over for the Eagles game and then the first night of Hanukkah. It has been really hard for those of the jewish faith lately.
We made the traditional homemade latkes which are worth the mess! Even though my kids are not kids anymore, it is really important to us to keep up our family traditions with them when we can. We made all of his favorites and played a few games of dreidel.
Monday-Peloton walk + core + full body strength
I have no problem layering up for a cold run but a feels like of 1 degree was a no go! Treadmill walk it was followed by core and full body strength.
DC holiday parties are in full swing this week! This was our first one at the Vice President’s official Hanukkah Party. We were also able to do a tour of part of the residence at the Naval Observatory which was really special.
Tuesday-Tread walk + core x 2 + stretch
I “adopted” a family, through local social services, to provide holiday gifts for. It was fun to buy little kid toys and clothes again and those were all dropped off today too.
The sidewalks were a little icy looking and it was still chilly so tread walk it is. I finished with 2 core classes to keep up with my streak and a nice holiday stretch. Later, we were off to another holiday party at the White House official Hanukkah Party.
Wednesday-core x 2 + full body strength + afternoon power walk + stretch
After so many days of frigid temps, it felt like spring today at 50 degrees this afternoon. I was excited to get out for a nice power walk and completing my strength workouts.
While getting a bikini wax, this guy was looking down on me. Super creative!
Thursday-core x2 + upper body strength + power walk
I took advantage of another sunny 40 degree day for a longer power walk with a friend and finished up with some upper body strength. Later, I went out to visit my parents again before starting to pack.
Friday-core x 2 + foam roll
I’m keeping up my 2 core streaks and added in a foam roll class. I intended to get another strength class in but it just didn’t happen. More packing and organizing for our trip. of course jumped onto the silly AI holiday card trend and made mine Hanukkah. I may need that jumpsuit though! Ha!
Saturday-fly to Aruba
We are back in our happy place and excited to spend time with the family. Happy holidays everyone. Wishing you a year of health, happiness, light and peace.
How fun to go to both the VP’s and the White House Hanukkah parties. I bet they were spectacular. You two look great at both!
Have a fun two weeks in Aruba! Happy Hanukkah, Deborah!
thanks we did have a nice time always fun to get all dressed up!
What a fun, festive week for you! Safe travels and be sure to share lots of warm wether photos with those of us in the frozen tundra!
thanks that’s my plan 🙂
Nice week despite the cold weather, and what a treat with those spring-like temps on the Wednesday. Getting out after a few days of too-cold-or-icy is a great feeling. I hope that will happen for me during Christmas.
Your pink/purple party dress is stunning! And AI did a great job with that holiday card!
thanks Susanne!
look at all those fancy holiday parties! so busy but it looks like a lot of fun. nice job staying active and missed all the craziness. have a great trip! can’t wait to see all the warm weather photos.
Thanks it was a busy week and we look forward to relaxing this week
Um, I am not sure I would like a little elf looking down on me in that position!
The AI holiday cards are fun — you look great as usual!
thanks Coco!
Your AI pic turned out great! The White House parties sounds fun! Total jealousy over here in Iowa 🙂 Best wishes for a grand time in Aruba (I may be a bit jealous if that as well, LOL).
Thanks Kim! It was a fun and busy week around here
Wow, you attended some fancy parties! And- it’s nice that your son and his gf were there to celebrate Hanukkah with you.
i guess you are in Aruba right now- have an amazing time!!!
We did and yes it was really great to celebrate hanukkah together.And thanks we will!
What a fun week of festivities! How cool you got to attend two White House parties! You both looked great all dressed up.
I’m sure you are enjoying Aruba right now. Have fun and Happy Hanukkah!
thanks so much!
Wow, what a cold and festive week… and now off to Aruba. Not bad, friend, not bad! Have a wonderful time!
no bad at all!
That elf is absolutely hilarious!
I hope you have safe travels and enjoy your time in Aruba!
Happy Hanukkah and Happy New Year!
thanks Jenn! Happy holidays to you as well