Day #299 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful my roses are still blooming. My Mr. Lincoln rose really seems to love the colder months of autumn, and so do a few of my other hybrid tea roses, though that won't last too much longer. While they have a few more buds getting ready to … Continue reading Day #299 in A Year of Thanks

Things to Do on Sundays to Make the Week Ahead Easier Part 3: Wardrobe Prep Quickly check the weather forecast. Rearrange your wardrobe so that seasonal clothes or clothes you're wearing for the week are at the front. Pick out your outfit the night before. Pick out shoes and accessories and set them aside. Pack … Continue reading Day #299 in A Year of Positivity

Day #298 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for a nice day of working in the yard. It was in the high fifties today, and it was cloudy as if it wanted to rain. However, it wasn't windy, and rain wasn't in the forecast. So, Grams and I took advantage of the nice day … Continue reading Day #298 in A Year of Thanks

A Few Beautiful Ways to Live and Love Life to Its Fullest Part 2: As always, take regular breaks from your screens, and take time to appreciate the beauty of nature that surrounds you. Take walks without a destination to think and reflect. If you haven't already, start making some time for hobbies that bring … Continue reading Day #298 in A Year of Positivity

Day #297 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful to be welcoming a brand new weekend. I'm thankful to be welcoming a brand-new weekend, for I have a few things in mind I want to do and can't wait to get to work on them. For the moment, though, I'm about to focus on getting … Continue reading Day #297 in A Year of Thanks

A Few Beautiful Ways to Live and Love Life to Its Fullest Part 1: Say "yes" more often to spontaneous adventures. Reflect on your progress and goals regularly. Be the person who suggests making plans with friends and family. Surround yourself with, and look at, art that moves you. Never stop exploring, whether it's new … Continue reading Day #297 in A Year of Positivity

Day #296 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful to be over my awful sinus migraine. Today has been one of those days when I wanted to lie in bed, keep my hearing aids off, and shut out all light. That's how bad my sinus migraine was. I tried medication, humidifiers, peppermint oil, and chocolate-covered … Continue reading Day #296 in A Year of Thanks

"Placing your hand on your heart while taking 5 deep breaths activates your parasympathetic nervous system and releases oxytocin. The gentle self-touch tells your brain that you are safe and loved."—Unknown When I read this quote, I was reminded of times past when an attack of anxiety was triggered by something or someone that reminded … Continue reading Day #296 in A Year of Positivity

Day #295 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for good home-cooked meals with my Grams. It was yet another busy, productive day today, but my favorite part of today? A good home-cooked meal with my Grams. We try our best to have them 3-5 times a week, if we can, though sometimes our moods … Continue reading Day #295 in A Year of Thanks

“Healing isn't always loud. Sometimes it's in the quiet decisions you make every day.”—Alisha Patel  I came across another beautiful quote by Alisha Patel and knew it was the perfect time to share it below: Healing isn't always loud. Sometimes it's in the quiet decisions you make every day. Like choosing not to text back. … Continue reading Day #295 in A Year of Positivity