While I spend quite a bit of time making posts about things I hope to add to our life, I thought it would be a nice balance to make a list of the things that I’m thoroughly enjoying lately. My husband and I have been taking an instagram break and it’s been really lovely to tune into the reality of every day life together. Comparison seems to always be the thief of joy for me and I’ve been especially grateful for everything we have when I’m not convinced the grass is greener. It might just be the change in blooming buds that’s making me feel hopeful again but honestly, there’s nothing wrong with a little spring catalyst. Here are some good things I’ve been enjoying lately:
Dinner parties
Stripes (see photo for proof)
Self care (dry brushing, extra skincare love, baths…)
Candlelight at dinner
Fresh flowers around the house
Afternoon coffee (decaf for me)
Rearranging furniture
Sparkling water (my dad got us the Aarke for Christmas and I love it but also Polar cans because duh)
Early morning workouts at the gym
Slip on shoes
Hand lotion and cuticle oil
Experimenting with new make up – truly only when we go out for dinner. I’m bare faced 98% of the time.
House hunting – not finding the right one is hard but looking is fun and I like imaging what things could look like everywhere we go.
Onigiri lunches with soft boiled eggs (furikake seasoning and sushi rice go together like PB&J)
My label maker
A delicious glass of white wine
Antique stores (always)
A clean kitchen
Seeing green grass again
Unconditional dog love
Afternoon walks
Adding new books to the collection
Rewatching Friends
Kind strangers
Tidying the house at the end of the night
Living in Maine again ❤
The good news is that the list is endless. I’m taking deeper breaths and remembering that all the things I wish I had won’t bring me any closer to happiness – only gratitude can.
M
Maddie Rae 
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