Obstacles

So I recently discovered a source for a small amount of motivation and was hoping to turn it into a great rolling boulder of productivity but today I have hit an obstacle. As I was standing up to leave for work I leaned forward and picked up a bag (not a heavy bag). While stepping forward and straightening up something in the very middle of my back popped. Pop! Actually it was kind of between a pop and a ping. So much pain! Luckily Neil was still home. He helped me to the floor, got me some pain killers, gave me the phone so I could call work and eventually helped me to the bed.

Gradually the pain has become manageable. I've discovered if I breathe out when I move then it doesn't hurt as much.

It's so frustrating though, to have hit a obstacle. Why does this happen to a procrastinator? Doesn't the universe know it's hard enough to muster up a smidgen of momentum when productivity is at a low?

I'm still hopeful for tomorrow. If I can move I am going to get the first three things done on my to-do-list for sure. If it's harder to move I'll consider accomplishing one thing a success. Tonight I keep breathing and try to move as little as possible.

For Todd

Peanut butter noodles

This recipe was taught to me by Neil when we were still at university. It was the favorite of me and my roommate, and is the simplest meal I've ever made.

Ingredients:

• noodles (we usually use egg noodles or spaghetti)
• bell peppers/capsicums, sliced
  
• onion (spring onions are best or use slices of red onion or shallot)
• chicken, cubed (optional)
• cashews or other nut, chopped coarsely (optional)
  

for the sauce:

• peanut butter (use cruchy for added texture)
  
• rice or white wine vinegar
• sesame oil
• honey
• soy sauce

Method:
This is the tricky part to describe. Cook the noodles as per the instructions on the packet and stir fry the bell peppers, onions, nuts and chicken as you like. For the peanut sauce mix about a table spoon of peanut butter, honey and vinegar with 1 to 2 teaspoons sesame oil and soy sauce. The sauce is not an exact science and should be tasted to determine if more of any ingredient is needed. Add the sauce, noodles and stir fry together then eat. It's even better cold after a night or day of marinating together. To be fancy save some slices of spring onion for sprinkling on top as a garnish before serving.

Enjoy!