Family / Santa Barbara / Mexico?

My family is town for Thanksgiving!

I love when they come into town, especially my sister and brother in law because they are the best darn cooks. I can't wait to post our pictures and menu of our Thanksgiving dinner. It is definitely not your normal Thanksgiving meal.

I've done 2 days of 'New Rules of Lifting for Women'. So far so good. I've been eating a lot and feeling the bloat. I guess that's what it takes to gain muscle. It's just a lot! 1900 calories on non workout days and 2200 calories on days I lift.

Today we are starting the day with an oatmeal extravaganza! Almonds, homemade granola, walnuts, raisins, pumpkin, cottage cheese, blueberries, bananas, protein powder, cocoa powder, and brown sugar were among the featured toppings.

We are going to Santa Barbara today for wine and to visit my cousin. I love Santa Barbara! The wine is so good and it's just a beautiful little town. I can't wait to see where my cousin lives.

In other news I'm waiting to hear about a job where I would leave for Mexico next week and work there for 6 months! Crazy. That will definitely be a challenge for my healthy eating. But I am up for it! I feel the need to get away. I've always wanted to work in another country and I would have no expenses, which means my credit card debt could FINALLY be paid off and I can pay cash for my China and Spain trips later next year. I have one more phone interview. Think good thoughts for me!

I hope everyone is having a great Holiday week!