Things That Made Me Happy in April

The things that made me happy this month are:

• Having an Easter meal on Easter day
• Going to ukulele nights
• Receiving the popsocket I ordered from a favorite YouTuber couple
• Starting the internship for my college certificate
• Going to a volunteer appreciation reception at work
• Getting the painting I ordered from Etsy

April was a busy month (work/internship-wise), so I didn't do a whole lot otherwise, but it was still a good month.

Ways I Cleanse My Life for Spring

I am trying to be more productive in my life (at home, work, etc.), which means getting rid of things that no longer benefit me, and doing things that do benefit me.

• Getting rid of (donating, recycling, etc.) items I don't need anymore
• Washing clothes, other washable items, (and putting them away so I know where they are) so they are fresh and clean for when I need them
• Going for walks
• Open the windows to let fresh air in (if it's warm enough for that)
• Trying to spend less on things that I don't actually need/don't need at the moment/can go without for a while
• Rearranging the furniture in my room

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!

Things That Motivate Me

It's a massive effort on my part to get myself motivated to do things, so there needs to be something really motivational to get me going sometimes.

• My favorite music
• Seeing other people's success (it makes me a little jealous at first, seeing their success, but I get over it quickly, and am able to move on to being inspired and motivated by it)
• Having the time to do the things I want/need to do
• My favorite movies
• Inspirational quotes/sayings/words
• Writing my thoughts down, and then reading them back to myself, so I know what I am able to do/can do/should do

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!

Things That Make My Spirit Feel Free

There are things that I love doing, that lets me be myself, and lets me feel free.

• My alone time
• Being in nature
• Being around animals
• Knitting or crocheting something
• Traveling by myself
• Being able to do things for/by myself
• Learning/doing something new

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!

My Best Qualities

I am a pretty good person in general, and I do have some very good qualities.

• My empathetic side
• My love of children
• My love of animals
• My ability to truly listen (or at least try to) to what people are saying
• My love to bake
• My crafty side (I knit and crochet)
• My introverted nature, and wanting my alone time every day
• My curiosity

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!

My Current Favorites

I haven't done a current favorites in a while, so here is what I am currently loving.

• Marc Anthony Strengthening Grow Long Shampoo
• Marc Anthony Strengthening Grow Long Conditioner
• Marc Anthony Strengthening Grow Long Leave-In Conditioner (yes, this is different from the regular conditioner)
• Utz Ripples Fried Dill Pickle Flavored Potato Chips (these are really, really good!!!)
• The Greatest Showman movie
• The Greatest Showman soundtrack
• Clara Flyaway Ruffle Top from Madison and Mallory
• Side Slit Striped Tank from Madison and Mallory
• Flowy Cold Shoulder Top from Madison and Mallory
• White Embroidered Bell Sleeve Dress from Madison and Mallory

You can find out more about Madison and Mallory, and shop their store, HERE.

My Quirks

This kind of made me think for a bit, because I wasn't too sure what my quirks were. But I was able to think of a few things.

• I have gotten so used to carrying a backpack around for school, that now, it feels weird when I don't have something to carry around. So, I like to have something around my shoulders, whether it's a backpack, drawstring bag, purse, etc.
• Remembering some people's names, even if I only meet them once in my life
• My love of teddy bears
• Wanting to photograph lots of things (sunrises/sunsets, unusual things, etc.) but half the time not being able to because of either work, driving somewhere, or some other instance that won't allow me to take pictures

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!

Things That Made Me Happy in March

The things that made me happy this month are:

• Going to ukulele nights after work
• Getting the St. Patrick's Day t-shirt I ordered from a favorite family YouTube channel
• Getting the March Ipsy bag
• Getting the water bottle and backpack bundle I ordered from another favorite family YouTube channel
• Seeing Black Panther in theaters
• Seeing A Wrinkle in Time in theaters, with co-workers
• Getting the St. Patrick's Day themed mug, and Easter egg from a favorite family YouTube channel
• Getting the clothing I ordered from Madison & Mallory
• Dyeing eggs for Easter

Overall, this was a pretty good month for me.

I am looking forward to seeing what April, and beyond, has in store for me!!

My Spring 2018 Bucket List

I love making lists, and checking things off of them. So, it seemed only fitting for me to make a spring bucket list.

Without further ado, here is what I would like to do this spring:

• Donate any unwanted items (that are in good shape, of course!) to resale shops
• Get bedroom cleaned up
• Go for a 30 minute (minimum) walk 5 days a week
• Go bike riding 3 days a week
• Decorate eggs for Easter
• Learn how to balance a checking account
• Take up photography, and learn how to take better pictures
• Make slime
• Buy new clothes
• Buy new shoes
• Make a flower wreath crown
• Decorate a cake/cupcakes for Easter
• Make and eat s'mores
• Go to Brookfield Zoo
• Go to Lincoln Park Zoo
• Build a fort
• Host a game night
• Get in a loving, caring relationship
• Try jogging
• Start a garden
• Blow bubbles
• Play on a playground
• Read under a tree
• Buy a fun/new umbrella
• Go on a road trip
• Visit a flea market
• Do a paint nite event
• Visit Navy Pier
• Visit Chicago as a tourist
• Be a tourist in my own city/town
• Have a movie marathon
• Paint
• Do an Escape Room challenge
• Learn how to apply my own makeup
• Go on a picnic with friends
• Plan/have a craft day
• Go bowling
• Practice cake decorating skills once a week
• Have a spring photoshoot
• Play mini golf
• Go to a concert
• See a play
• Plant some seeds
• Make a fairy garden

What is on your spring bucket list?

My Greatest Comforts

I am a painfully shy person, so there are things that bring me a lot of comfort, helping to get through each day.

These things help me connect to people, whom I otherwise wouldn't have the courage to talk to.

Or, they just help me relax after dealing with people.

• My favorite book(s)
• A journal and some pens
• My phone (the games, radio, and texting options it has on it)
• Hats that have brims that are wide/long enough to cover my eyes
• Baking
• Card, board, and video games
• My cats
• Walking in a park
• My favorite YouTubers
• Photography
• My favorite movies
• My favorite music
• Hoodies (during cold weather, of course)
• Being in my bedroom

**Thanks to Sarah Jo Burch for the idea for this post!!