Yesterday, I had lofty ideas of what I was going to make for dinner. It involved couscous, spinach, tomatoes, chicken. mmm. It was going to be delicious.
After a day full of PCR, gels, gels and more gels all I could think about was my box of Dierberg's brand Cheerios. One bowl, one spoon, instant gratification. And some whole grains to boot.
No. I would not let myself succumb to the cereal for dinner habit. At least not this early into my adventure. I always reprimand my siblings for having cereal for dinner when "it's not that hard to just making something."
I still stuck to the one-bowl meal - tuna salad. Probably a little bit more satisfying to body and soul than a bowl of plain Cheerios. It was quite delightful, actually. I threw together some good ol' canned tuna, a dollop of greek yogurt, a few sliced grapes, tomatoes, chopped spinach and celery. Add some pepper and spices, grab some pita chips and you're good to go. Nothing too strenuous, but still pleased my tummy far more than a bowl of cereal.
Now- cereal is still one of my favorite things...don't think I'm knocking it. But there was something soothing about preparing and enjoying an actual meal, simple though it was. Good food can always ward of the long day blues.
Heck, it even gave me the desire to go work out...Nothing like a few endorphins to ward off a strenuous day of work.
I beat the 'cereal for dinner' siren song.... this time.
-K
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