No, I didn't forget about all of you, don't cha worry!
So, for the weekend recap:


Friday: I went to the gym and then took a yoga class, only to be told by the American woman who opened the studio that I had misunderstood my contract-- I believe, "oh, right, you can't read Dutch" were the words she used--when I bought my 26 class yoga package which means that of the 14 classes I have left to use I can technically only use 9 of them at most, thanks to the fine print which reads "3 class maximum per week". Thank you google translator. Of course, not only have I been raving about this Yoga Studio but I have also been raving about all of the instructors, telling everyone who is willing to listen how nice they are and how helpful they are to a newbie like myself, never once bothered by the fact that because of me they have to teach their class in English. Of course, the American woman is the one who ruins the nice streak. And, I wonder why Americans have a bad rep in this part of the world! Ugh! 


Saturday: Sunbathed in the almost-too-hot 84 degree weather outside in my "backyard" with Rachel then grudgingly went into town to pick up my bike that was in the shop. 3 euro and 50 cent later my bike was back and better than ever. The inner tube was replaced for those who were wondering and while I still prefer a car to a bike at least it is a whole lot more pleasant to ride. In fact, I am almost positive my tires were probably somewhat off from the beginning-- thanks a lot Bike King! I then got home and went for a run in the forest, sans iPod in fear of tractors and the Dutch men who ride them, to the tune of sheep and cows. Talk about becoming one with nature. Then I was off to town with one of my friends for a delicious Italian dinner at this adorable place that is always very crowded and rightfully so. It was yum! 


Sunday: Woke up. Ate breakfast. Went back to bed (the usual!). Was (re)woken-up at 12:30 to a call from my friends who were about to ride into the forest for some well-needed pancakes at the pancake house. Well, how could I resist that. It was well worth the wake-up call. In fact, I think I will have to get back there again before I return to the USA. Good excuse right? Post doing my laundry I decided a run wouldn't hurt me, especially after eating the pancakes (see below). Although, this time I ran just a little bit faster than usual when I passed the pancake house that I had eaten at earlier that day. Nothing is a better motivator than the sweet aroma of the high-calorie food you just ate a couple hours earlier. 

Zucchini, Tomato, CHEESE, and some pesto. Oh, on top of a pancake. mmmm healthy! 

And for dessert, slivered almonds, strawberries, powered sugar, and some whip cream on the side. 

YES, I SHARED THESE!!!!!! but still...