I've been off the wagon a bit over the past few weeks. It's been difficult to be focused and to figure out what I need to be working toward in the not-to-distant future. It may sound strange but I really look up to people who have their shit together. Luckily, I don't know too many people my age who really have it all figured out but that's what your 20's are for right?! That whole decade (or at least a good chunk) is a time to make mistakes, stay out too late, get day drunk, cry in public washrooms and just figure out where you fit.
Today I met for coffee with a woman who is the epitome of shit-togetherness. A work colleague introduced us to chat about some potential professional development opportunities and I walked away feeling like a new person. She has been in her profession for more years than I but she was so insightful and lovely to hang out with. As cliche as it sounds, she really opened my eyes to the fact that I'm putting myself in a much smaller box than I should be. I've started to believe that what I do now is simply what I should continue doing but that's not at all true.
So what's next? I have no idea. I was too captivated by my coffee date's loveliness and I forgot to beg her to tell me what to do now. I'll start with picking up Life of Pi and see where that takes me.
As I head to the kitchen to make some dinner, I will leave you with this flavour (and protein!) filled Salsa-Stuffed Muffin Meatloaves from CBC's Best Recipes Ever. I love this recipe because you could easily substitute the beef for any other ground meat or meat substitute. Using salsa as a sauce instead of something with a lot of sugar is a great way to make a meal a bit healthier. Pair it with some cooked carrots or green beans and you're set!
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