Mother's Day Trip to Arnold's Way

Sunday, 16 May 2010

The past three weeks have escaped me. Since my last entry in April, on our relaxing Anniversary day, it seems like I've been on a family life marathon, just finishing one event, and gearing up for the next. But, that is the nature of life in the suburbs with three kids, a house and a dog. So, I continue to train for such marathons. The program is rigid, involving introspection and self-analysis, team building and relationship coaching, nutritional education, sleep studies, stress management, scheduling challenges, instructional videos and much more!

Nonetheless, I did get a day off from this intense training on Mother's Day. I had the best day, underscored by great weather, minimal traffic and fairly cooperative kids! We took a daytrip up near Philadelphia, stopping first at Valley Forge National Park, where we spent the late hours of the morning walking around, and then on to the town of Lansdale to have lunch at a vegetarian/raw food cafe, called Arnold's Way. I had stumbled upon his store on YouTube, and then at a recent potluck, a friend who had been there a couple times said that even though it's a small place, it's definitely worth a visit. So, I knew that's where I wanted to go for Mother's Day; to let someone else prepare the food for the day!

We really enjoyed our visit, and sampled a good portion of their menu, including raw veggie burgers, raw pizza and raw spaghetti, as well as, their yummy banana whips for dessert. Our favorite flavor was carrot cake. The store has a great energy, and we'll definitely be returning sooner than later! I wish there was something like Arnold's Way here in Hagerstown. Hmm... Tara's Way? No way! Who has time for entrepreneurial ventures while homeschooling three kids and trying to squeeze in a few hours sleep each night! I'm happy to make the three hour drive back up to Lansdale again, and next time we go, we'll do a little more sightseeing in Philadelphia, too!

Another busy week ahead, so focusing on planning ahead and getting good sleep to help manage the usual stresses. I just finished Geneen Roth's book, Women, Food and God, tonight. It's one of those books I know I should re-read again when I'm feeling disconnected and uninspired, so I'll keep it handy. My night stand is overflowing with other potential reads... think I'll go pick one (or two) and read myself to sleep... It won't be hard... it's been a long day and sleep is welcome!