Happy Thursday blogland 
I can’t believe the week is almost over but at the same time, I can’t believe that this time last week was New Year’s Day… It seems like it was so long ago already…
To switch it up a bit, I decided to have waffles today… I toasted two blueberry Kashi waffles and topped them with maple syrup, crushed almonds, raisins, and cranberries. On the side, I had a sliced banana that I sprinkled with cinnamon.
Mid-morning I snacked on this Kashi Ripe Strawberry cereal bar (that yet again I found in our pantry!)… It expires next month so I needed to consume it soon
Then, it was off to my last lunch with my dad! Since I’m moving to a new location at work, I won’t be able to have our Thursday lunches at least not until the summer when I come back to my original location. We decided to go to a local Italian restaurant that we both love for lunch, instead of our normal Panera or Wegman’s since it was the last lunch for a while!
We started out with some super crusty bread with a drizzle of olive oil & herbs ~ This was one roll that I broke into three pieces, but I only ate about a 1/3 of this…
For my entree, I ordered the caprese panino with mixed greens… The caprese panino was filled with mozzarella, basil, roasted red peppers, and of course thick slices of tomato. I’ve ordered this before and loved it ~ cold mozzarella and tomato is SOOOOOOOOOO my weakness ~ anytime I see it on a menu, I’m ALL over it
Here’s the beauty shots…
Here’s the total view from above… I apologize for the darkness of this photo, but I noticed some coworkers from afar and didn’t want them to see my flash going off!
I could only eat half of my panini during the lunch and couldn’t eat the other half so I waited until later in the afternoon, around 4′ish, to have the other half!
After work, I headed to the gym and did a quick ab workout and then went to 5:30pm spinning for a great sweat-fest
When I got home, my lovely hubby had our leftover rice casserole already popped in the oven heating up so it was ready for us to eat for dinner. I was kind of full from my heavy lunch so I just had a small portion…
Now it’s off to relax and get ready for Friday! Woo hoo
Katy says:
Sigh, just the mention of Wegmans makes me miss living up north … I loved their caesar salad station!
Kelly Olexa says:
Happy Friday!!
That rice casserole looks so tasty! and the panini….I’m hating how ‘carb intolerant’ I’ve become because that looks amazing!! Indeed!! 
KO
runjess says:
I love caprese sandwiches. That makes me hungry. Snack time!
Kristie says:
HOLY CAPRESE, that looks incredible!! I honestly don’t think I’ve ever really had a good true caprese sandwich, salad, or anything of the sort, even though every time I see a picture of it I want nothing more than to eat it. I guess I need to try making my own because I don’t even think I’ve ever seen it on a menu. I’m clearly going to the wrong places!
Andrea (Off Her Cork) says:
Oh that sammy looks so yummy!
ksgoodeats says:
It is crazy that last week was New Years Day!! When I was in Italy all I ate was caprese panini – SO GOOD!
Your leftovers look delish
Happy Friday!!
Helen says:
Hi I just found your blog and love it. I’ve added you to my blog list, hope you don’t mind. I’m also thankful for your page on making oats. I’ve been reading on many blogs about the wonders of oatmeal and have been wanting to know exactly how to make it and what to add. So thank you again.
Amanda says:
oh I have to go look up the rice casserole recipe it looks scrumptions
seeleelive says:
your mindful eating is inspiring. eat, live, and love!
lauren says:
my stomach just growled as I was looking at your AMAZING sandwich. yum.
Marissa says:
I have a mozzarella/tomato weakness too.
Sagan says:
I lived off of mozarella and tomato sandwiches when I was in Italy, lol. So tasty!
Waffles sound great.
Sophia says:
holy YUM! that mozzarella slice is SO thick and delicious looking…delightful food porn! haha! wow it’s great that you got a good lunch with your dad…
Danielle says:
I couldn’t believe that Thursday was a week later then New years and exactly 2 weeks after Christmas either. It feels so long ago now!
That panini looks so good.
VeggieGirl says:
Fabulous breakfast, lunch with Dad, and dinner with the husband!!
Lara says:
Aww- how sweet that you got to go to lunch with your dad! The caprese sandwich looks great. Nothing beats mozzarella!
Lindsey (Mrs. LC) says:
Oh there is NOTHING as wonderful as fresh mozzarella!! Anytime I see fresh mozz. it brings me back to a trip to Salerno, Italy where I tried mozzarella di buffala…SO delicioso!! Yay caprese salads. mm I’m lusting for Italian food now. Happy Friday (in 5 minutes haha).
eatingbender says:
Oh how I LOVE caprese sandwiches! I just had one last night! They are amazing – now I just need to remember that and actually make one for myself
Megan says:
mmm rice casserole… i love a good casserole.
i have never seen that kashi flavor before!! thank heavens for your blog
Melissa S. says:
that looks like a great sandwich! terrific!
Sharon says:
OMG! Everything looks amazing! I want those waffles and sandwiches!!!
carolinebee says:
Yum! Yay for lunch with pops, that is SO nice to be able to do that, and hopefully again soon! Um and your mom’s comment is SO cute
Thanks for that article earlier- I need constant reminders that it is okay to REST and not do sweaty cardio every day! Siigh, it’s so addictive…everything in moderation 
Melissa says:
The rice casserole reminds me of something that my Mom used to make. Looks good!!
And I had to laugh at your breakfast because I was just posting some breakfast ideas in my blog tonight and the #1 thing on the list was waffles very similar to yours!! ; )
cassandra says:
Your Caprese looks sooo scrumptious! I love the roasted red pepper addition!
marafaye says:
I’m with you on loving the tomato mozzerella thing! I LOVE IT!! Have you had the panera panini w/the roasted tomatoes and mozz? MMMM
gina (fitnessista) says:
you’re totally right, new years seems so far away!
dinner looks wonderful!
hope you have a great night <3
Bridget says:
That sandwich looks delicious! Yay- almost Friday
healthy ashley says:
I’m glad you had a nice lunch with your dad! I’m sure you’ll find a new lunch habit to get hooked on!
Meghann says:
OMG that sandwich looks like heaven on earth. Yum!
jenngirl says:
Oh wow, New Year’s Eve DOES seem like so long ago now! I didn’t think about it until you reminded me….
Yummy eats today, I love caprese salads!
And yay for spin class, I can’t wait for mine in the morning
Erica says:
So sweet that the husband had dinner for you- bonus points for him!
Looks like a yummy last lunch with Dad. Stinks that you won’t be able to do more regular lunches until the summer!
I can’t believe this time last week was New Years- it does feel like that happened weeks ago!
Mom says:
Thank God for the lovely husband, he had your dinner all ready for you!
What will your Dad do for lunch now?
He will have to take me out to dinner instead.
Your left over’s look very good!
Becca A says:
Its crazy how New Years does seem so long ago already! Its definitely the weather for casserole….boo winter.