I’m a big fan of decompressing on the weekends. To me, decompressing is a little different than relaxing. It means cleaning up the house some, doing some laundry, getting food for the upcoming week and yes, taking naps. I feel slightly unsettled if I don’t do all of those things. That’s why coming home from a vacation at 10pm on a Monday night and jumping back into the work week was difficult. I know, you’re probably rolling your eyes at that statement. I did get a week off, but I had to go through the remainder of the week without having the chance to decompress. Roll your eyes some more. I would too if I was reading this!
So I was really looking forward to another long weekend. The work week crept by. I feel like I’m becoming a little disenchanted at work and it’s affecting my performance which is something that I really need to work on, especially since I’m almost at my 1-year point at my company. At least I can acknowledge my faults, right? I have the type of job that literally requires me to stare at my computer screen all day and sometimes I just get distracted and have trouble focusing.
Maybe a weekend of house cleaning and laundry will allow me to regain my concentration. Who knows? In any event, it was much anticipated. Jason and I both felt like going on a date, so we looked at Scoutmob for some restaurant ideas and came up with the Bookhouse Pub.
I started out with an Allagash White. I swear it’s not as big as it looks. In fact, it was probably smaller than a pint of beer.
For my entree, I had the veggie burger and a side salad.
We hung out for a while before deciding to head home and watch a movie. But in order to watch a movie, some more drinks were necessary. It’s not what you think.
Kombucha masquerading as beer! A perfect dvd watching drink if you ask me. Buchi is from Asheville, NC and sold at one of the Whole Foods in Atlanta, the one that happens to be next door to the Bookhouse.
This fire flavor has a KICK to it! I’ve had it once before but drank it out of the bottle so when I poured some into a glass, I was sort of surprised at the color. Not sure why, I guess I was expecting it to look like beer since the bottle did.
Now I’ll work on that decompressing thing. I might start backwards and take a nap.
I’ve been meaning to try that brand of kombucha! They sell it at Harry’s Farmers Market near my work. And speaking of work, we are totally in the same boat. I’m just 2 weeks shy of being there for a year, and I’m so over it. With the manual labor + co-worker issues + not liking the industry at all, I cringe every second of the day and my work has suffered. My performance was a lot better this past week, but it took so much effort. Blah!
I completely agree with what you are saying!! Anytime we go away, I need at least two days to get myself back into our “normal” routine. I’m not working at the moment so it’s a bit different, but when I was working, we would always make sure to have two days off before returning to work. You have to unpack, unwind, clean the house, etc. etc. I absolutely HAVE to get myself organized as soon as I get home. I immediately unpack the suitcases and return everything to its original home. I don’t know why – it just makes me feel better
I didn’t roll my eyes once while reading this post! I am exactly the same way, and if I had to jump back into work without a chance to get my home and affair situated, it would drive me nuts all week!
Even though I leave near Asheville I’ve never had Buchi. Must get on that.
I feel the same way about relaxation/decompressing. It’s always tough to get back to work after a vacation! I hope you enjoy your long weekend!
Nope, I am the same way about the weekends! I haven’t tried that brand of kombucha yet.
Hope you’re getting some relaxing in! I know what you mean – I have a hard time not having that day to get my stuff back in order!
I like that place! I’ve only been to book house pub once but I think it’s such a neat spot!
I totally know that feeling! I need regroup time after any trip. Sounds like a nice date night
The veggie burger looks pretty tasty. Enjoy your weekend
Mmmmm veggie burger!!! Were you jetlagged?? Cause that stinks!!!!
No, it’s only 1 hour time difference. Riviera Maya is in central time and I’m in eastern.
How was the burger? Anything special?
That is my all-time fav Kombucha. Have you tried it on tap? You can even buy a growler!
It was decent. Not the best.
I’ve had Buchi on tap in Asheville, not from Whole Foods. That’s pretty cool that they have it in growlers though. How much are they?
Duh – I just remembered you were the one who told me it was on tap.
Not sure about the price…
totally agree!!!
I’m totally with you on the decompressing – I can understand why you felt less than stellar this week. I would have too! I love Allagash White and also love kombucha. I’m going to have to scrounge for some today.
Have a great long weekend!!
I still haven’t tried Buchi! Which flavor do you like the best?
I like the regular flavor.
I’m the same way – I HAVE to decompress on the weekends. I feel like some of my wilder friends think I’m so lame now….