Monday, August 19, 2019

10 Things I Cannot Live Without






 Hello Fam! I hope this post finds you well and in good spirits.😄

This particular blog post will be short and sweet.

I'm coming to you after contemplating what to expose about myself next. I love using my Pinterest account to find gems I don't think are on any other social media platforms.

I use to be a creature of habit. I think in some ways, I still am. I can't eat the way I used to or have the same stamina I once had, but I do try to live my life instead of just existing. I am fundamentally a decent person. I don't set out to intentionally hurt anyone, nor do I seek harm to anyone who has hurt me. I let karma do its job. I will continue to be humble and grateful for each breath I take.

Now that that's out the way, let's get to some fun stuff.

Below are my top ten things I can't live without:

1) Music

Music over the years has been my best friend, my therapist, my confidant, my tear-jerker and my soul healer. I couldn't live on this planet without music. Could not!

2) Positive energy

I don't need daily affirmations to help navigate me through. However, I've had so many negative things happen to me ( and if I'm being honest, I've done negative things) upon much research and daily meditation, I need to have a positive outlook on my life. Wallowing in self-defeat and self-destructive actions will only produce negative outcomes. Yes, I'm a bit of a realist, but I'm a Libra y'all. I'm also a dreamer. I need balance in my life.

3) Good food

I won't say I'm a foodie, but I do enjoy different varieties of food. From a fresh Caprese salad to homemade mac' n cheese, ya girl has been blessed with a "cooking" hand and a lovely palette.

4) Books & Magazines

Uhh, this almost does not need an explanation. As an avid reader and writer, it's essential I read. Even if it's only the daily news online, I have to read every day.

5) My laptop

It's the center of my universe. Simple as that.

6) Notebooks

I think my last count was 10? I need to take a look. I'm working on three projects at the moment and there is a notebook for each one. I try to keep them close to me, along with my laptop.

7) Documentaries and BBC shows

I was losing faith in the quality of shows until the last 5 years. Thank goodness there are stories being made on independent networks! Kudos to Netflix for showcasing shows AND movies I wouldn't normally see here in the United States. My current obsession is Mindhunter and other shows about solving crimes.

8) Water

Not just consuming water, but at the very least, having a body of water to sit by or jump in.

9) Friends-

I have a small group of friends that I can call and count on.


10) Love

Whether it's from my partner, my kids (biological or bonus) or my family, I know I'm loved. I 'm not in shortage of that.


Fall season is around the corner. I love Autumn and all it brings. I may blog about that.
Until then...

Be well,

Darlene




                                               

                                         
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