Well, hello there last few days of April! Hooray for taxes being done and the end of the school year just around the corner– Here are a few random and fun things I learned this month– ending with a little” what I’m into” list. Thanks for stopping by!
1. I learned several Creative Basics. If you visit me here or on Instagram you may have noticed I have been a little “graphic happy” this month. Well, during the month of April, I took the coolest daily course on building and making social media art! Most of what you saw me posting was my homework– although because we were on vacation in April, I had to play catch up quite a bit. This 30-day challenge with Crystal Stine was totally amazing and 100% helpful. By the way, if you haven’t met Crystal Stine– hop on over here to visit her lovely space. She writes encouragement with sincerity and candor and I always enjoy her words. AND, big news– over here you can order the kindle book, Creative Basics: 30 Days to Awesome Social Media Art
2. I realized I have become Lorelai Gilmore. No, I have not literally become the fast-talking, coffee-consuming mom with fabulous hair. I’ve been re-watching Gilmore Girls (again, for about the 17th time in my life) and I SO enjoy the clever banter in that small fictitious town more than I ever have. Except now, instead of feeling that I identify with Rory, (the daughter, for those of you who have not had the pleasure) all of a sudden, I’m watching the show from Lorelai’s perspective. Now instead of being all excited when Rory finally meets Jess, I’m thinking… “Just you wait, missy… here come’s trouble.” If you have never watched Gilmore Girls and you have any sort of affinity for small towns, witty dialogue or any type of caffeine– you should really check it out. I cannot guarantee that your husband will be on board though. It’s not really a “guy” show. But there is backwards-baseball cap wearing moody-broody Luke– and who doesn’t love him?
3. The Michael Hyatt 20 minute nap. Y’all. I have never been a mid-day napper and if I ever did take a nap, I felt awful for the remainder of the day. Well. As it turns out, I was doing it all wrong. Last month I heard several people mention how they take a 20 minute conscious rest time/ nap every afternoon. Michael Hyatt wrote this article on the how’s and why’s of a proper power nap, and this month I finally tried it for myself following all the protocols set forth in the article. I really did have the most marked burst of energy for the rest of the day/ evening. AND, here’s the kicker– I didn’t even fall asleep completely. (Even if you work in an office, try eating your lunch in half the time and then closing your eyes for the other half.)
4. I learned my personality type. Well, sort of. I finally took the Myers-Briggs type test, and much to my surprise (and I’ll be honest– dismay) I was given the ENFJ type. E. As in “Extrovert.” I used to really believe I was an extrovert but in the last couple of years I feel as though I have swung the other way– as in I NEED quiet, alone time every day to recharge. (see #3) I love people but I also love being alone. My E/I numbers were only 2 points apart so I took another test, and I scored right down the middle in every single category. Basically, I either have a random, multiple personality- personality type, OR I don’t know.
What I’m Reading: Nobody’s Cuter than You
What I’m into: This weather. It’s gorgeous and crisp and sunny and I want to make all the salads in the world and cook everything on the grill from now until September.
What I’m watching: Madame Secretary, Person of Interest, Castle (have you heard of this one? A friend introduced us to it and it’s such a fun show about a crime novel writer (Him) and a Cop (Her) and how they solve crimes together.)
What I’m wearing: Flip Flops, Sandals, white jeans and this shirt from my 2nd StitchFix box which is the perfect light, airy top to welcome Spring. I am so happy I tried Stitchfix again this month, my box was much better AND I had a little referral credit to spend, so fun. If you’re thinking about trying them, let me know what you think!
Linking up with Emily at Chatting at the Sky for Let’s Share What We Learned in April.
So fun! Thanks for sharing – I’ve been curious about Castle. Now I’ll have to check it out.
Hi Emily! I love this linkup so much– it’s not only fun but it helps me pay attention to what I’m actually learning during the month. Hope you like Castle! <3
So fun! Thanks for sharing – I’ve been curious about Castle. Now I’ll have to check it out.
Hi Emily! I love this linkup so much– it’s not only fun but it helps me pay attention to what I’m actually learning during the month. Hope you like Castle! <3
A light, great, fun post – just what I needed this morning after two, yes two, car repair bills!!!! Thanks for the smiles!
Oh, Susan! I’m so sorry. That is no fun at all. And I certainly agree with what you said on your post about this link up causing you to remember what you learn and pay attention– me too! I love the exercise of taking mental notes of it all. Hope you have no more repair bill surprises next month!
A light, great, fun post – just what I needed this morning after two, yes two, car repair bills!!!! Thanks for the smiles!
Oh, Susan! I’m so sorry. That is no fun at all. And I certainly agree with what you said on your post about this link up causing you to remember what you learn and pay attention– me too! I love the exercise of taking mental notes of it all. Hope you have no more repair bill surprises next month!
I’m here for the link up!
I think it’s funny that you’ve become Lorelai!!!
20 minute naps are MAGIC! My driver’s ed teacher taught me that in high school and I’ve never stopped thanking him! 🙂
I’m also an ENFJ!!!! 🙂 Those tests are pretty right on. It’s amazing what I’ve learned about other people whenever I read their results. It always makes perfect sense!
Hi Victoria! So glad to have “met” you! Ok I did not know that about “Dressage”– I honestly didn’t even realize that was a word– so interesting. Also, I recently (about 6 months ago) starting discovering the same things about essential oils too. I’m still skeptical here and there but we have enjoyed seeing some really neat results when using them. Especially one for immunity/ germ killing, that’s a lifesaver with little ones. I’m glad I’m not the only one who took a while to hop on that wagon though. Thanks for stopping by!
I’m here for the link up!
I think it’s funny that you’ve become Lorelai!!!
20 minute naps are MAGIC! My driver’s ed teacher taught me that in high school and I’ve never stopped thanking him! 🙂
I’m also an ENFJ!!!! 🙂 Those tests are pretty right on. It’s amazing what I’ve learned about other people whenever I read their results. It always makes perfect sense!
Hi Victoria! So glad to have “met” you! Ok I did not know that about “Dressage”– I honestly didn’t even realize that was a word– so interesting. Also, I recently (about 6 months ago) starting discovering the same things about essential oils too. I’m still skeptical here and there but we have enjoyed seeing some really neat results when using them. Especially one for immunity/ germ killing, that’s a lifesaver with little ones. I’m glad I’m not the only one who took a while to hop on that wagon though. Thanks for stopping by!
I’m watching through Gilmore Girls right now and LOVING IT! Although, for me, it is my first time through.
Fun, Ashley! It’s definitely one of those shows that is every bit as enjoyable subsequent times through, but I would love to watch it again “for the first time.” Enjoy and thanks for stopping by today!
I’m watching through Gilmore Girls right now and LOVING IT! Although, for me, it is my first time through.
Fun, Ashley! It’s definitely one of those shows that is every bit as enjoyable subsequent times through, but I would love to watch it again “for the first time.” Enjoy and thanks for stopping by today!
Ah, I just finished Gilmore Girls for the first time. I love, love, loved it! I thought the ending was nearly perfect.
And I’m nearly split down the middle extrovert/introvert too with a few more points in the E side. So I get you. 🙂
Oh, and adding Castle to my watch list.
Ah, I just finished Gilmore Girls for the first time. I love, love, loved it! I thought the ending was nearly perfect.
And I’m nearly split down the middle extrovert/introvert too with a few more points in the E side. So I get you. 🙂
Oh, and adding Castle to my watch list.
I’v e been wanting to read “nobody’s cuter than you” — who wouldn’t want to read a book with a title like that lol–any good so far?
It’s really good. Funny and lighthearted. Check it out! 🙂
I’v e been wanting to read “nobody’s cuter than you” — who wouldn’t want to read a book with a title like that lol–any good so far?
It’s really good. Funny and lighthearted. Check it out! 🙂