Winter Colds and Ugly Sweater Parties

I guess it technically isn't winter yet but it sure feels like it with snow on the ground and a freezing 22 degree drive to work. Yes. It's frigid out here. Along with this frigid weather, my throat is quickly becoming sore and my nose is getting runny. Lovely. I noticed that really early this morning when I should have still been sleeping. I stirred and so did my kitty who quickly snuggled closer to me. I breathed in and not only did I smell last night's chili (sick), but I swallowed and my throat hurt :( So I am drinking a hot cup of coffee this morning and so far it feels good going down.

Boy am I glad it's Friday. We have a busy weekend ahead of us but we can sleep in if we want and we only have fun things planned! Tonight is my husband's work's Christmas party, aka: Ugly Sweater Party. It's going to be at the Grand American in SLC. That is the hotel we stayed our first night as a married couple in and holy cow it's an amazing hotel. We get to see Neon Trees play live and we are going to have some contest and prizes and great food and drinks. I am SO excited. We went ugly sweater hunting last night and found the only thing that worked at Walmart! Mike's could be considered a nice, normal sweater, but for him...it's definitely ugly. Same for me too haha! I will definitely be posting pictures tomorrow.

So I made my tasty vegetarian chili last night and, it was so good! You can see the recipe HERE on my lizzyfitness.com blog. I'm trying to post more recipes and try newer things. My husband loves chili so this is a new favorite of ours. I've also made potato and spinach balls and 2 Romanian dishes that I still need to post about.

My job is really rewarding lately. I am SO blessed to have landed this job. After all, it's where I met my husband! Not only that but I get paid enough to be able to frequently fly home to see my family or friends. That in itself makes this job worth it. I have been able to pay off most of my debt so far and now Mike and I are going to purchase a home. So many great things! Just a quick reflection ;)

Anyway, work calls...as always. I will be posting pics of our fun tomorrow! Happy Friday everyone!!!!

Lizzy <3