Took a Break Last Night to Meet with Beautiful English Colleagues at the Whiskey Barrel and Was Thrilled by the Maple-Glazed Salmon, Spinach, & Cranberry Quinoa

I have been very deliberate about what food I consume because of my stomach issues, but took a chance last night with spinach, quinoa, and maple-glazed salmon. It was remarkable. Top Notch. Superb. And at the Whiskey Barrel in Stratford - I will be recommending the meal to everyone I know (and trying to replicate in my own home).

Yes, I had a migraine yesterday and I was out of commission for the first half of my day, so much so that I went back to my bedroom from 11 until 2:30 to meditate the headache away. I did manage to put my laundry away, but the pain between my eyes was paralyzing and my bed seemed too inviting. I closed the curtains and did my best to rest the agony away. It worked.

I then worked on syllabi for next week and made additional progress on larger projects. I also mowed the lawn and looked at the weather to see a gorgeous, ready for the beach weekend, which I hope to hit tomorrow. Can't fight with almost 90 degrees and the invitation to kayak/paddleboard. 

Sometimes there's nothing better than a flavorful, well-prepared meal, though. It put me in a good mood and I needed that.  Food can disappoint, but when it's on and perfect, it's exactly what the doctor ordered. I needed a hefty, well balanced meal and I got one. 

For tha I am thankful, and now I want to share it with the universe, but this post will do. 

Happy Saturday. In CT, the skies are blue and the air is warm, but crisp. Perfect. Time to get this body outside.