Ah, the weekly gratitude list. Let's hop right in, shall we?

☆ This past Monday was my self-care day – and I'm grateful for that in and of itself. But I am especially grateful for the random nap I took that afternoon. I never take naps, but I was snuggled in my cozy bed watching a bit of Netflix and couldn't help myself.

☆ On Tuesday, I successfully baked a batch of pumpkin pecan muffins with a cinnamon pecan crumble. I never bake, so I was pretty proud of this accomplishment.



☆ I had an event that I had planned on attending Tuesday night but, honestly, I just wasn't feeling up to it. In the past I would have gone out of obligation, but I felt in tune with myself enough to know that it just wasn't where I was meant to be that evening... and that was okay. I'm grateful for that realization.

☆ I'm super grateful for DIY hacks that will help me make something I've been wanting for a fraction of the cost. This time I am talking about a wake up light and, if I'm successful, I'll share my DIY on the blog.

And some of the blogs & videos I've been grateful for...

☆ This piece by Todd Brison on not fitting in

☆ This DIY on how to make lotion in your blender (which I hope to try soon)

☆ This video on what to do if your parachute fails (not that I would ever need it)

☆ Demi Lovato's new documentary, where she is very open about her struggles with mental health

☆ Lavendaire's new video with a few easy tips on how to start a zero-waste journey

What have you been grateful for this week?