Happy Thanksgiving week! I’m super pumped, because my work week only goes to Wednesday, and each word day is an hour shorter for me! The only thing is, I have a deadline at work of Wednesday at 3:00, so I’ll be working as hard as I can to get everything done by then.
Yesterday I woke up with an insane craving to drive to Oakbrook to go to their Lululemon. As I said yesterday, I found out our cruise ship has aerobics classes and a gym, so naturally, I wanted to buy new work out clothes for it 
I finally convinced my mom to ride along with me to keep me company for the 1 hr 45 minute drive 
Woo hoo! (I can’t stand driving, let alone driving by myself, btw – random tidbit.)
I wanted to get in a 5 mile run, so soon after I finished my breakfast, I was out the door for a beautifully quick five miles. I haven’t had a good 5+ mile run in a while – I’ve always come back tired and not feeling great, but I felt like I zipped through this one! Maybe it was the nice weather we were having, or perhaps it was the thoughts of Lululemons dancing in my head…
Anyway, I came home, showered, and got lunch and snacks packed before my mom got to my house.
Two veggie sandwiches – one with pesto, one with hummus:
Bars, V chips, and snack mixes:
We ended up eating everything except the bars!
And we’re off:
Per usual, I found and wanted about everything in the store:
But then finally narrowed it down…
Weellll…kind of narrowed it down 
And then since I found out there was a Trader Joes about four miles down the road and on our way home, of course I had to stop:
TJ goodies!!! Plus some meatless balls, European yogurt, and a TJ insulated bag.
We got home at a decent hour, which was good, because I had a birthday dinner to attend to! My friend’s birthday was this weekend, and we celebrated by going to Flat Top. Speaking of which, I haven’t been to Flat Top in for-ev-er, but I kinda am obsessed with it after last night!! Hellloo options for vegetarians!! Anyway, it ended up being a double celebration, because said-friend’s boyfriend proposed to her Saturday night!!! She was so cute and giddy, haha.
Well now it’s off to make that dough for a while! Have a great start to your Thanksgiving week!
When you go on vacation, do you feel compelled to buy new clothes for it?? It’s horrible, but I always do!! haha
I temper my desire to buy clothes before trips to my sister’s in Sarasota. However, I always plan one super big shopping day to the Sarasota mall and another to the outlet mall ! They have the best stores at that one.
I was amazed how great a veggie sandwhich tasted. Good job!
I want a LuLu by me so badly!!! I always feel the need to buy new clothes for vacas.
I could not imagine living farther than 10 minutes from Oakbrook mall. i go to school in Chicago and I always look forward to going home so I can go to Oakbrook. I know pretty much every store in Oakbrook is somewhere in Chicago but something about cheaper sales tax and the mall itself is just so appealing!
Oh my gosh- what a great day. Love that you packed up such a healthy and yummy lunchy for you and the mama. Plus you got to go to lulu and TJs? I=super jealous. I think vacation is a PERFECT excuse to get some new clothes
Hope you have an absolute blast. What group fitness classes are you going to take on the boat??
I couldn’t find which Fitness classes they offer online for the cruise. So I guess that will be a surprise!
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I love buying new outfits for trips and occasions. Looks like you found some great stuff!!
Oh my goodness yes! I always want new clothes for a vacation…even if it’s a vacation to a city where I’m going to buy more new clothes…need to look good while doing it haha!
I’ve never been to Lulu before. There are a few near me, but I always get my workout stuff at Target. I should go see what the hype is all about.
Happy Monday!
Great finds.. I would die if there was a LuLu near me!! I always shop for vaca. Is it necessary (NO) but its so fun!!
So jealous! Lululemon AND TJs! Worth the drive for sure
I never feel bad about spending money at Lululemon though because their pieces are durable and comfy – worth every penny 
Exactly! I keep trying to tell my husband this
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I loveee lululemon! They just opened up an outlet store where I work but I haven’t decided to splurge just yet, especially since I work out at home and no one sees my clothes
I definitely buy all new clothes before vacay too. That’s part of the fun!
Lulu outlet?! I DIE!!! Haha
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Everytime I go on vacation, I buy new clothes to wear and then buy mor clothes depending on where we are, it’s fun to do.
Awe…I would give anything for a Trader Joes or a Lulu near by……Sounds like a perfect day! Aloha!
Yess. My roommates and I are already planning on buying clothes for a vegas trip next year!
I can’t wait to hit up TJ’s this weekend when I’m in Chicago!!!
I always love to go shopping before trips. Since I”m usually going somewhere warm, I’m a sucker for a new sundress!!
I have yet to go to a Lululemon, but my inner (and outer?) yogi is itching to try some of their duds on. Gaahhh.
As for buying clothes before vacation, guilty as charged. I always feel like I need something “new” to wear and show off.
So jealous of your shopping. I don’t have access to either of those stores. All your finds sound great
Congrats to your friend on her birthday and recent engagement! What fun
I most certainly do shop for new stuff for vacation! Somehow it just enhances the adventure
Would you believe I’ve only been to Lulu twice? I loved it the second time and want to try on EVERYTHING IN THE STORE! I’m definitely going back soon!
Danielle
yeah, i do always wanna buy new clothes before traveling. but usually i end up packing “tried and true” pieces.
Yes, I’m the girl who feels compelled to buy new clothes when I’m going away. It’s terrible!
oh you are too cute girl! i love all your loot and WOOWOO for short weeks!
hooray for cute workout gear!! that is fun. and YES i always buy clothes for trips! haha. bad idea since i want to buy more while there. whatevs. YAY TJS!! and i hope you get all your work done! xoxo
Ummm, HI, in love with those BOOTS!!!! Details?!
Thanks! They’re the black crocheted Uggs. So comfy.
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OMG I always get shopping mania before a vacation haha. No matter where we’re going, I always get the urge to buy at least one cute new outfit…such trouble!!