A special drawer for food and necessities is a part of making yourself at home in your workplace. I didn't really use my locker for food at the mall, but I used my locker for a few things at the bank. Once I hit the office environment (and finally got my own desk), I started to stock the bottom right drawer with a revolving selection of personal items.
Naturally, I have Alleve or Advil there at all times, and I have a growing collection of napkins and wrapped plastic utensils from random takeout places. I bought pretty Post-Its and pens that I hide under plastic bags so no one can snitch them from me. I like to have some food in the office because you never know when you'll get caught up in work or if you just need a mid-afternoon boost. (And yes, I keep it clean and crumb free, I don't want to find new little friends!)
Let's take a look at the current necessities in my drawer! I am not shilling any of these items, just sharing what I enjoy right now.
I have this just in case I'm running late in the morning or can't run out to grab lunch. I used to only eat the Trader Joe's apple cinnamon brand at this office (Quaker at the bank), but I like this one because there's a lot more nutrients.
I've kept this in my desk since the bank days. I like to have it on hand in case I bring french vanilla yogurt to work. I eat yogurt in waves...lately I've found it's just too damn sugary (and I just can't do plain). I'd rather have my fruit in my smoothie.
Yeah, I've obviously eaten a lot of Wendy's chili at this job...it's probably the best thing to get when you don't have time for anything besides the drive through window. Low calorie, protein, fiber, and probably other ingredients I don't want to know about, but it's still the lesser evil. Anyway, they always throw too many cracker packets in the bag, and I save them in case I need a nibble. It was really helpful when I was getting over a stomach bug recently! On that note...
Seriously, you never know when you're going to need these! Zantac is probably more effective, but I like that these have calcium.
I've tried different teas over the years but have a hard time finding ones that I want to keep drinking. K-Cup teas are really strong, and I prefer to dip a teabag (insert childish giggle). Green tea is one of the best beverages in terms of antioxidants, and I started drinking this kind in the new year. It's really good! Very delicate. I try to have it every afternoon.
My trainer is trying to get me to have more balanced snacks, and I enjoy having string cheese and an apple. I get a bag of organic gala apples and Trader Joe's organic lite string cheese to last over a week. My smoothie has peanut butter, and I have to be in the mood to eat nuts. (more childish giggling) My trainer woke me up to the fact that my body responds best to protein based foods and crashes with just carbs. One of my big challenges this year is to find and maintain a balance in meals.
Hey, at least I don't constantly have lowfat potato chips and reduced fat Cheez-Its in my drawer anymore. I like having a little something "bad" in my drawer because then it will prevent me from dipping into any office candy or cookie dishes. I have found that quality dark chocolate is so satisfying, and I love getting unique treats from Trader Joe's. That pretty much ensures no high fructose corn syrup, which is another major plus! These powerberries have been out of stock for awhile at my local Trader Joe's, and I was so excited when I saw them on the shelf today. And yes, I keep a 1/4 measuring cup in my drawer so I can measure the perfect serving. I also eat ice cream at home out of a 1/2 measuring cup.
However, I will have a box of Girl Scout Lemonade cookies in my drawer next week, thanks to my co-worker's daughter. I eat one after lunch in the afternoon. My other co-worker with a sweet tooth can't believe my willpower, and I may have to watch for sticky fingers...
Now that I've managed to ramble about 7 simple items, what keeps you going during the day at work?
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