Monday, Monday

I wish I had something profound and lovely to write. I wish I had something profound and intelligent to say. 

I have nothing. 

I'm sitting here late at work listening to a group of people do some kind of ritual screaming and stomping in the lobby of the building. It startles me every few minutes when it gets rather loud. I have no idea what is going on and I'm just a bit too scared to go out there and figure it out.  I feel like I'm on a horror flick set. Maybe I should go home. Getting startled really isn't my thing. 

Or maybe I should go join them. They at least sound like they are having fun. 

So, since I'm not feeling inspired, here are a few things that have seemed inspired me recently. 

"Eating Food That's Better for You, Organic or Not" by Mark Bittman

"How Do You Fight Cravings" from DietGirl

Turkey Bean Chili by Elana

The chili was one that I made a couple of weeks ago. When the n&ns came over on our usual Sunday play date, I had forgotten to stock up on popcorn and apples, so I broke out this chili. Two of them turned up their noses at first, but once they took a bite, the soup was an instant hit. Within minutes my entire pot of soup was residing in their tummies. I got a thumbs up on the menu that day. I love finding food that I like that is kid friendly too. 

The cravings article is just one other great entry by DietGirl. I really enjoy what she has to say about weight loss and body image. She is sensible and funny without being a perfectionist. I concur rather often with what she has to say. 

So happy reading. And happy Monday to you all. I think I'm going home now. The stomping is really starting to spook me.