12/19/2012 by sunshine and chaos

Why The Hell Not!

Why The Hell Not! are posts I’m going to do from time to time to remind, not only those of us with chronic illnesses, but for all of us to do something for ourselves. Something you may not have thought of doing or something you have wanted to do for a long time. Nothing is too silly or frivolous. The time to do something for yourself is now because…why the hell not!

TAKE A SHORT BREAK!

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The days leading to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are busy, hectic and stressful. Even if you’re having a quiet Christmas or you don’t celebrate it, many around you are stressed and rushed because of the holiday season. Be kind to yourself and take quick breaks throughout the day. Have some tea or coffee. Listen to a song or two. Do some stretches or massage your neck. Shut your office door. Find a video of your favourite comedian and have a laugh. Put your feet up.

Hide in the bathroom for a few minutes if you must!

But, take that quick break to regroup and recharge. You deserve it.

10/25/2012 by sunshine and chaos

Why The Hell Not!

Make DIY NO SEW Fleece Blankets

The cooler weather is here for many of us. Sometimes all we want to do is curl up on the couch with a blanket and read or watch TV. Show some love to yourself and make your own blanket or make some as gifts this holiday season.

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This video and tutorial for double-sided fleece blankets is from bunnycraft at instructables.com.

01/25/2012 by sunshine and chaos

Why The Hell Not!

FIGHT WINTER BLAHS WITH A CHEAP AND EASY DECORATING PROJECT!

There are only 56 days until spring. But, if the winter blahs has you in its grip, adding some colour to your home could give you a quick mood boost. Here’s some inexpensive ways for the kitchen, living room, bathroom and bedroom. The pictures are from the styleathome.com articles 20 living room accessories under $20 and A cheap and cheery makeover.

12/07/2011 by sunshine and chaos

Why The Hell Not!

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WRITE A LOVE LETTER TO THE ONE YOU LOVE!

If you would like to give a special gift this holiday season, write a love letter. If you’re not sure how to write one or have trouble putting your feelings into words, The Art of Manliness has tips that anyone use. As they explain in their post:

…letters have special properties that no modern form of communication can duplicate. It’s something tangible that we touch and hold and then pass to another to touch and hold. And they are preserved and cherished in a way that text messages or email never will be.

Lovingyou.com not only has guidelines for writing a letter but also has a variety of love letters if you need some inspiration. And, if you are a poet, you could add your own poem as part of the letter or you can choose one from Best Poems Encyclopedia.

Happy writing!

11/23/2011 by sunshine and chaos

NHBPM – Why The Hell Not!

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Use Google Earth to play tourist.

You love your relatives, but sometimes you need to get away from everyone, especially when it’s a holiday. Save some money and your sanity by taking a break, playing tourist and maybe even finding your house.

This post was written as part of NHBPM – 30 health posts in 30 days: http://bit.ly/vU0g9J

11/10/2011 by sunshine and chaos

NHBPM – Why The Hell Not!

Rediscover Your Local Library

Our community libraries are changing and evolving just like the rest of us. They are no longer just books in a building. Today’s libraries offer so much more. Music, e-books, audio books, events, workshops, computers and internet access. If you are disabled or are homebound, libraries will also assist you with books for the visually impaired or have books delivered to you home. My library also lets people borrow passes to the local museums, pedometers so you can see how many steps and how far you walk and meters to measure the electricity output in your home. Our libraries, like our communities, are changing to fit the needs of the people.