What a lovely way to get in some exercise! Lately I have just been in love with walking!! So much more pleasant than sweating on some machine, although at times I love that too.
I forget how close we really are from downtown. 2.1 miles flew by.
We decided to split a french press at the coffeeshop while we worked on plans for the bakery, specifically our training trip to Montana – in JANUARY. ‘S gonna be a cold one!
We downed the two tiny cups SO FAST. The French press was mighty delicious, so was the Costa Rican coffee. I do miss our FP at times, but I’m enjoying our convenient drip so much more.
A while later, we walked back home for a warm lunch.
Leftover turkey + rice soup
And a cheesy roll stuffed with the last of the cranberry sauce! YUM!!!
I will miss them both so much tomorrow.
The final hours for free shipping at OpenSky and the CORE bag are upon us.
What’s the best deal you’ve found online today? I don’t feel that I’ve taken enough advantage of the sales!!
Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin says
I haven’t been doing online shopping because the internet at my office is SO slow because of Cyber Monday! I did however get a 3 quart crockpot for 8.99 on Friday!!! That was quite an exciting find.
The Healthy Apple says
I agree…I’m a true walker…not a gym fan at all! I love walking outside..it’s the perfect exercise and it’s a breathe of fresh air, hehe…
Have a great afternoon, Kath!
Sarah says
I noticed that Lightroom was on sale 50% off on amazon! Not sure if I’m ready to make the leap to full-blown photo editing yet, though …
How have you like elements?
Kath says
I love Elements and it definitely suites all my needs 🙂
Pat Kilmain says
I love elements as well. I worked with the full-blown photoshop for a class, but I find that the features I used the most are all available in elements.
lindsay says
Elements is also 50% off on Adobe’s website!
Stacy @ Every Little Thing says
I am trying to stay away from Ann Taylor Loft’s 40% off everything sale today :/
The coconut butter and Garlic Gold from OpenSky was a great deal, with the free shipping!
I also got two sweaters and a scarf from American Eagle online for $60 with free shipping. That’s not a bad deal for sweaters.
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
Oooh everything looks delicious! I haven’t been online shopping much because I’m being a good girl at work today (hehe!) but haven’t really come across anything I NEED yet.. this could change…. 😉
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I get too nervous shopping online! The soup looks so good! I am planning vegetable soup tonight and am already dreaming about how good it will feel…it is so cold out today!
Amanda (Eating Up) says
That soup looks amazing. I’m sure it tastes better today than before! I bought my Dad a Garmin for $100 on Amazon.com. He will be very excited!
Carolyn @ Lovin' Losing says
I haven’t bought anything. I REALLY don’t need to spend a bunch of money. Trying to keep it under control this year.
Lily's Health Pad says
Ahhh I wish I lived a lifestyle where I could walk 2 miles for coffee in the a.m. without being late for work!!
Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says
Such a cute downtown area!
Michele @ Healthy Cultivations says
Your leftover soup looks really good. I haven’t done any online shopping today. I found the Black Friday deals to be better.
grocery goddess jen says
I really haven’t looked for any deals today! I’m just not that much of a shopper,I guess 🙂
I guess there are plenty of sidewalks on the way from your house to downtown?
Kath says
sidewalks or low traffic roads
Allie says
Mmmm French press coffee is soo good yet so inconvenient sometimes… especially in the morning. I haven’t ordered anything for cyber Monday haha… 🙂
Shannon @ A Better Me says
That’s such a beautiful city! I wish I lived in a more walker/biker/runner friendly city. I pretty much have to stick to greenways or neighborhoods.
Jenna says
I am thinking about buying the CORE bag! Is it so big that it will look ridiculous if I don’t fully pack it? I’m sort of concerned about the size. Sell it to me! Haha.
Kath says
It’s not too big!! There are more photos of it here: https://www.katheats.com/water-in-my-ears/
and here: https://www.katheats.com/swimmer-sandwich/
It’s really a very chic bag (I like the lining the most!) and has lots of pockets.
I think it’s a bit small for weekend travel, but for the gym, it’s perfect.
Jenna says
Ah, great pictures! I was trying to find some better pictures on your site … thanks for the link! I’m going to order it now … early holiday present to me =)
Kath says
Hope you like it!!
Aly Su says
What is the promo code for free shipping? I tried to but the Nuttzo 3 for 2 and it is charging me shipping.
Thanks!
Aly
Kath says
It’s only on orders over $50 – FREESHIP50
Lisa Fine - lisasfoods says
Love that you could get a French press of coffee at your local place. Plus the set up of it looks great.
I also love the idea of cranberry on a cheese sandwich – yum!
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
i haven’t actually found a killer deal just yet…i’m going through the comments to find out what’s out there!
the salty girl says
that turkey soup looks great! love the bowl & placemat design combination.
Dorry says
What a yummy lunch. Billy and I have been biking and walking lately in our new neighborhood and it makes me so happy! The car isn’t getting as much use and I love it.
Kathy W. says
also not getting a free shipping offer when I try to order–is there a code?
Kathy W. says
oops, didn’t realize you had to spend $50.
Kath says
Yes, sorry 🙁
Jill says
I splurged on a Garmin. Having a blast with it so far. 🙂
jen says
I’m staying away from shopping sites today, I spent enough on Black Friday!
Jen
Felicity says
Hooray for walking! I love it too, I love the fresh air and exploring places I haven’t seen. I plan to keep it up during the Winter.
Cathy B. @ Bright Bakes says
lately the walking bug has bit me, too! Maybe it’s that “nip” to the air…or just getting some fresh air in the lungs on a winter day…dunno, but it works good and feels great!
love,
cathy b. @ brightbakes
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
The cheesy rolls sound so delish that I would miss it too!
Christin@purplebirdblog says
I am unable to take advantage of the sales as I am an extremely broke college student! My gift receivers this holiday are receiving baked goods and homemade gifts! 😀
Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says
I love, love, love a good walk as well! Sometimes it just feels so therapeutic. 😀
Camille says
Walking is the best! It is such amazing “doesn’t feel like exercise” exercise 🙂
Kaye says
Don’t know if anyone uses Bliss skincare, but their stuff is awesome! They are giving away a free full sized daily moisturizer (it has SPF!), with any purchase. No $ limit, no code needed. If you buy 2 full sized items worth over $35, you can get 30% off. That code is GIFTS30. It’s the only black friday/cyber monday deal I’ve utilized. 😀
Jil @ Big City, Lil' Kitchen says
Love it! That roll/cranberry combo looks amazing.
Kate says
Too broke to do any serious shopping 🙂
Julie @ Honey B. Nutrition says
Hmm.. just got an Email from La Perla telling me about their upcoming sale. So expensive but soooooo pretty, I love their stuff. My husband shouldn’t mind me spending money on that, right?! Plus it’s motivation to keep the bod in shape! What could be better!? (Cheaper lingerie, it could be argued.)
Food & Other Things says
I totally agree about walking…it is one of my favorite types of excercise. That’s so cool you live so close to a downtown area!
stacey-healthylife says
I really need to start looking and see if I find any deals.
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
oooh I am in love with those green placemats!
Shannon says
Montana in January–oh my! I can’t wait to read those posts. We made Nutty Soba Noodles last night and had them again for lunch today. They were fantastic. I tried Garlic Gold for the first time as well. It’s so rich and wonderful.
Kath says
Glad you liked ’em!!
Kristen @ Kristen, Sweetly says
Ohhhh, I love walking. It’s so fun to just head out with a friend; I always get so caught up in conversation, I forget that we’re hauling it. And a-thank you for that delightful cranberry sandwich idea. Any way I can get it, I’m all about.
Simply Life says
No black friday or online shopping here 🙂
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
It’s true, walking is AWESOME exercise!! My dad trained for his Kilimanjaro climb solely by walking around our neighborhood!
Didn’t do any online shopping today. Proud of myself for being responsible 🙂
Katie says
Walking is the BEST exercise! I miss long walks so much. I always love to see it appreciated. 🙂
Cara Craves... says
What a lovely way to spend the day.
I hope your bakery plans are coming along nicely…
how exciting that must be for the both of you!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I love walking too, but I don’t really take walks anymore, since I spend a lot of my day walking around campus! It’s such a sneaky way to get great exercise!
Alaina says
Oh, I love the individual french press and cups! I love those cozy, quaint towns. Charlottesville looks adorable!
Hope you have a great time in Montana! My husband really wants us to move there, but I’m not convinced yet. 😉
Yah, I haven’t taken advantage of any deals really. We’ve just been shopping on Amazon.com.
Balanced Healthy Life says
The only deal I used today was from Crate and Barrel (15%off and free shipping)! I am addicted to that store!
Errign says
I will be in Big Sky, Montana from January 24-31st! Chilly, but perfect for snowin’, which is why I’m going – ski vacation time!
Kath says
We should be there the 24th-30th, but will be busy during the day. Where will you be?
Errign says
My brother lives in Big Sky, about 45 minutes from Bozeman & is sort of in-between Bozeman & Yellowstone. 🙂
Hannah says
You make me envious with this talk of sales! Once you add in international shipping, these sales stop being good value 🙁
At least I can make your soup, though!
Melissa @ I Never Imagined says
This is one interesting play on the old fruit and cheese combo!!
Mads says
I feel so naive for never having tried french press coffee…I gotta get on that!
Brittney says
Oooh Montana? Cool! So glad to hear things are coming together for the bakery! Excited for you Kath!!
Bridget says
Hello! I’m new to your blog and want you to know that the soup looks amazing!!! Did you post the recipe??!?! I would love to make it for my husband tonight… 🙂
Kath says
Welcome! It’s a simple leftovers soup posted here: https://www.katheats.com/on-my-plate/