This weekend flew faster than you can say “Deeeeetroit Basketballllllll,” because that’s pretty much what consumed it. Our first practice game is coming up next weekend, followed by two weeks of pre-season games, and finally ending October with Opening Night just around the corner.
It’s safe to say Scott and I are soaking in what we have left of our social lives outside of Pistons Entertainment. (Not much!)
Saturday night kicked off our fun-filled weekend with an event at Airtime Trampoline & Game Park. It was the first appearance of this season I was back with so many girls and members of Flight Crew, which always proves to be a good time.
We had a team outing here at the end of last season, and had just as much fun jumping on trampolines and playing dodgeball this time around. Except, the night ended with the girls owing the boys a homemade dinner for losing. Whoops!
Media Day Sunday
Sunday morning started early with a CrossFit inspired workout at home. Later on, I was to be at our arena to continue the second part of our team photoshoot for the season, and part of my photoshoot prep is to get my blood pumpin’ with a run or workout the morning of.
I love breaking that extra sweat before getting ready for the day and will be sure to share the WOD with you tomorrow.
My call time at the arena was 10:30 a.m. and all the girls arrived in different time shifts to get our hair and makeup done. By Noon I was ready to roll!
We each took turns filming a video on a green screen to display during our on-court performances, interviewing on camera (I may or may have not made a fool of myself during some of those answers and cannot wait to see that footage!), and taking a series of costume and casual shots for our website and promotional publications for the year.
I made sure to steal Scott away while he was dressed in uniform to snap a costume photo with him. Can you believe that after an entire season, we still had yet to get an official in-costume shot of the two of us together?
Mission accomplished. 😉
We finished the day at about 7:30 p.m. with rumbling bellies and both agreed that Mexican food was the best fix. After a day of shooting photos, I always reward my hard work with more than a little indulgence!
Miguel’s Cantina
About a month ago, Scott discovered a new restaurant located just a few miles from home. Miguel’s Cantina is a charming little Mexican joint full of culture and smiling staff.
We have only been to one of their locations twice, but have had exceptional service both times around. Two things that stick out to share with you are their made-to-order (at the table) salsas and homemade margaritas!
Scott stuck with water, but I ordered the Pomegranate Margarita and every sip was wonderful.
We were impressed when our server greeted us with a tray of salsa ingredients and asked us how we would like ours. We answered “pretty spicy” and although the flavor was great it didn’t really give the spicy kick we were looking for. Regardless, we both enjoyed seeing it made table side!
To save room for dessert (which we already agreed ahead of time on getting), we ordered the steak fajitas picado style (smothered in warm enchilada salsa and melted cheese) to split.
We each had two hefty fajitas and saved another serving for leftovers.
The reason? This guy.
Scott and I both love tres leches cake, and this was one of the best we have ever had! Not to mention it was the size of my head. I think that is the first time we left more than a bite left, but it wasn’t because we didn’t love it. Everything all around was so good!
We finally arrived home to an anxious and needy dog (Poor Roadie) and both fell asleep soon after showering him with snuggles. All in all, I have to say my weekend was pretty marvelous.
(Thanks for the link up, Katie!)
Hope you’re having a wonderful start to your week!
Question of the Day
What’s your Mexican dessert of choice:
Tres Leches Cake or Fried Ice Cream?
While I don’t condone eating many things fried, I just can’t resist fried ice cream. Especially at Mexican restaurants. (Please tell me you’ve tried it at least once!) Unable to choose between them, we asked our waitress for a suggestion between the two and she talked us into the cake. Clearly, that was a great choice but I want to go back for the ice cream!
Gareth
Wow those steak fajitas are making me really hungry 🙂
Don’t get fried ice cream round here much (I’m in the uk) but did have it once in a little cafe in Thailand, it was great 😀
Heather
I know… me too. (Just had the leftovers!) Sorry. 😉
Jillienne@ChasingRaspberries
The tres leches cake looks incredible! I have always wanted to try a tres leches cake but usually get sidetracked by chocolate options. 🙂
On an unrelated note, I was just thinking you should create a dancing tutorial DVD. I’d buy it!
Heather
Me too. Trust me – it’s worth it! And… haha, really? Just dancing in general? I don’t think I have enough swag for that. 😉
Kimberly
I usually choose a margarita and guacamole over dessert when eating Mexican food but if I HADDDD to choose I’d say fried ice cream.
Heather
MMMM guac!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl
That margarita is SO pink and pretty!!
Heather
I kind of want another one! 😉
Madison
Tres leches makes me so happy! LOVE that cake!
Heather
It’s probably my favorite kind of cake, SO moist!
Heather Murphy
I know I am crazy, but I am not a huge fan of Mexican desserts. :/ The Margarita looks delicious, though! Your hair looks great!
Heather
Thanks Heather!
Christa @ Situps & Sequins
I usually don’t go for Mexican desserts, I don’t have the willpower to resist and usually end up stuffing my face with queso, guac, chips and margaritas. 🙂 If I HAD to choose, I would go with fried ice cream. Sounds like you had the perfect shoot day! You look great!