Recently, I’ve been trying to find little pockets of happiness in each day. Something small and inexpensive that can bring big joy. I’ve tried to be really intentional lately about doing this because I think it can help bring some balance and harmony back to your life when things are tough.
I want to thank you all for the kind comments you left on my last post. I love for things to be positive and upbeat here, but sometimes life throws big curveballs, and writing down my thoughts and getting things out is a big way I cope. I’m always so thankful for my sweet blog friends who show up and offer words of encouragement. It means so much to me.
Y’all know I love, love, love candles! I light this Espresso Martini each morning while checking email and attending to “house business.” It smells like coffee brewing, and that helps me get to work.
I’m also in DEEP love with Honeycrisp Hayride by Bath & Body Works. Hands down, it is my very favorite fall scent that I have purchased. I hope this one makes a comeback next fall, because it’s just that good!
I also bought myself a cute fall mug during my last visit to TJ MAXX. It’s a Rae Dunn, and it’s awfully cute, but awfully heavy to hold. However, I just couldn’t pass it up because it was on sale and super adorable.
I also decided a cute cup of coffee deserves cute beverage napkins each morning. I have a habit of folding a paper towel into a square each morning and placing my coffee cup on it while I pour the coffee, then putting my spoon on it when I’m finished adding Splenda. These cute beverage napkins caught my eye (also available at TJ Maxx), and I thought I’d use them instead of the boring paper towels.
I think this might be a new obsession! Haha! They make the cutest little napkins for every season. These are the ones I’ve purchased for September and October. I’ll probably even have some left over for next year!
And, of course, a little fall Snoopy music video each day from YouTube. I put one of these videos on in the morning, and it plays for hours lightly in the background. I usually stick to the Mellow Vibes channel for this, but I also enjoy a few others, like Snoopy Chill Beats.
So these are just a few ways I’m trying to lift my spirits around here. I’d love to hear the little things that help you out as well!
I’m glad you’ve found ways to bring in a little happiness each day. Very cute fall touches to brighten up your days. 🙂
Hello, my friend. I am right there with you with Snoopy! I have him in the background all the time. And I adore your new mug!! I agree that we must find happiness everywhere we can! Oh….I love the napkin idea~!!! I do the same thing with a paper towel, and now, I am going to look for some of those napkins. Thank you!
Love this Mandy! And that you fill your life with these sweet moments to bring joy. I loved them all -but that mug!! Be still my heart 🙂 I’m similar to you -light candles or a warmer, have a youtube ambiance going on in the background. I also love to go hike in the woods – especially when it gets colorful. And I have made Autumn playlists for my Alexa and on my phone music and love playing them on a loop.
Blessings xo🍁🧡💛
I love TJ Maxx for candles and for holiday touches, like soaps and dish towels. Hope the week is going better for you!
Those certainly are little bits of happiness!
My kitties make me smile and I love my little walks and looking at nature.
There are so many moments in a day – just stay aware.
Little things do make a difference and I like your plan to be intentional about it!
Little things really can make a difference, so I’m glad you’ve found some that you enjoy.
They have a Snoopy music channel?? Oh now I need to go check that out. I also need to go read your last post. I must’ve missed that one, but I’m so happy you’ve found a few ways to bring happiness into your day. Sending hugs!