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100

 First, I spent some time finishing a few work-related tasks.

First, I spent some time tying up a few loose ends.

100

I had to find some good recipes and remember how to cook.

I had to find some good recipes and dust off my cooking skills.

200

 Then I just had to have some me time.

 Then I just committed some time to myself.

200

I also spent hours cooking.

I also spent a staggering amount of time cooking.

300

 I didn't leave the city and for the most part was at home.

 I didn't get out of town and for the most part was at home.

300

no joke!

literally!

400

 I watched the entire Big Bang Theory show in one sitting.

 I binge-watched the entire Big Bang Theory show.

400

It doesn't matter how hard I tried to be productive.

No matter how hard I tried to be productive.

500

 Plus, I read so many short stories and articles! 

 Plus, I read a ton of short stories and articles! 

500

I still spent lots of time doing nothing.

I still spent lots of time lazing around.