Treat Yourself

Sunday.  It was once known as a day for rest, but nowadays it seems that most of us are using this spare time for other things….things like playing catch up or preparing for the week ahead.  I find myself doing this often.  Tidying up the house, throwing in loads of laundry, making a trip to the grocery store.  Of course, some of these chores you cannot put off.. and when you do, well…it's very obvious.  Last night we avoided going to the grocery store and around 8pm, realized we'd be eating breakfast sandwiches for dinner. Ha!

There are so many things on our plate right now at the Maxwell household.  Our house is an insane mess and there's really not much I can do about it.  Our guest bathroom is completely gutted, we're using the nursery for storage, and what doesn't fit in there is in the garage.  Really though. There's a toilet in our garage.  I've been nesting like crazy and I just want it all to be done!  

But as this weekend comes to a close, I begin to think about self-care and renewal.  As much as we need to tend to everyday, mundane tasks to keep the big picture rolling, how about we take some time for ourselves today?  If it's only for 20-30 minutes, you will feel a sense of renewal.  Even a few deep, cleansing breaths can feel great and that only takes a couple minutes!  Are you taking those big, long breaths now?  As you're doing it, I bet you're thinking, "When was the last time I did that?!".  Do something for YOU!  Maybe some meditation, a walk around the block, read a magazine or book, get a pedicure, call up a friend…anything your heart fancies.  Taking care of yourself not only increases your level of happiness but can prepare you for feeling good the rest of the day. 

Today, I will:  

• do some holiday crafting (yes, people..November is here!)
• go grocery shopping
• take care of some paperwork, bills, etc.

..But I'll also carve out some time for yoga, brownies, and Netflix.  I'll probably snuggle with my husband, too.  I deserve to take care of myself.  I hope you understand and will do the same. <3     

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