Self Care - 6/26

[cam]

What did you do this past week?

Any plans for this week?

Challenge: Create a space that is relaxing/calm/peaceful/soothing/whatever if you don't already have such a space. It could be as basic as decluttering your bedroom so it has a better vibe, creating a whole new designated relaxation space, or anything in between. As an example, I just want to fix my hammock so I can actually use it in those moments when I happen to have the opportunity to do so.

[mamaturtle]

Last week: I managed to exercise twice on the treadmill.

I did get some time to watch some Netflix. DS watched My Little Pony with me on the weekend. After DS went to bed I got to watch some bollywood, the office (English version) and That 70's Show.

DH surprised me and ordered me a beautiful purse that came in on Friday. The old purse I had was more MIL's style and she gave it to me. I used it even though it was not my taste and I did not have a summer bag.

This week: I plan to exercise at least twice on the treadmill.

I want to buy some sandals but I don't know when I will get around to it.

I did enjoy watching Netflix. I could do that some more.

Challenge: I did the challenge already and didn't know it was a challenge after I finished the task. Our mail holder was full of six months worth of mail, I decided to take it to work and shred it all. DH said why don't you buy a paper shredder and he is right we should get one but not right now since we are planning on moving.

[auntie]

I didn't get a head start on anything.

I did make my 10K steps 3 days this week despite rain. I got my hair done, but the stylist got distracted and mixed my color wrong. Normally he mixes a 6N with a 7W to bring the base to a 6 1/2. He mixed a 5W by accident which makes me a brunette which is way darker than my natural color. Gah. It's only hair, and it will lighten in the sun, but I do need to run out to Ulta for a deeper brow powder. Because my hair got so light between appointments last time, I told him to lay off the highlights so it's deeper than people are used to. Even DS noticed. And my dad confused me with my mother.

I have improved my eating; I was starting to eat less well than I did last year. It's a quiet week with the parental appointments, so I"m taking it easy.

My goal for next week is to continue the excavation of my desk. It's out of control.

For reference-

<--- my mother at 18

[freezorburn]

I failed to get any head start stuff done, but maybe this will be my week!

DS is away with his dad this week, so I'm planning to get some self-care in. I want to clean my house but I'm going to try to do a better job of pacing myself. And maybe I'll soak in the tub one night. Planning to meet friends for dinner and have plans to make plans for later in the month. Basically, get on top of scheduling and budget stuff and gain some peace of mind from being a bit more organized.

I met with a career counselor today and she gave me a bunch of homework. So I'm hoping to dive into that as well.

Gosh, some of that doesn't sound relaxing at all, but I feel like I have to get that stuff all done when DS is away. Because I can't stay on top of it when he is with me.

Challenge: A few weeks ago I had the idea to tidy up the top of my dresser, but never got around to it. There's a bunch of stuff that doesn't belong there, and I feel like getting that under control will help me start my days better, since it's one of the first things I see in the morning. I'd like to clear space to keep some cut flowers or a potted plant, and I don't want the flowers to be competing with everything else there. Maybe I'll post before and after pics.

[zaraceli]

After all the health situation with my kids and everything finally under control with all the apt coming I was able to finally get a big bag the I want it for so long. I was very active last week going for a walk In the morning. This week I'm taking my older kid with me for a walk and it takes me more time to come home. I don't feel like my walking is helping when I'm with him, but is ok I need him to get moving he is getting some wait, hopefully he can go back to his normal activities after everything is done with his arm.

[freezorburn]

zaraceli, glad to hear things are settling down a bit! Congratulations on the new bag!

I finally managed to tidy up my dresser last night. Yay!